Drive Shaft Leak in Hot weather

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Drive Shaft Leak in Hot weather

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Went on a very hot ride around the Trough of Bowland in Lancashire yesterday and noticed that there was some black stuff slowly dribbling from the drive shaft rubber. (Sorry to be so un-technical).

Is this due to the exceptionally hot weather (it was nearly 30dg) or might I have a problem?

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Post by adamski49 »

Pauline

Sounds like the pinion oil seal, about £5 in parts and £120 in labour :shock: Mine went at 18k and was replaced again (FOC this time) at 26k ish along with the paralever bearings.

The heat probably helped the small amount of oil flow that bit further. No immedaite panic but it will get gradually worse.

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Thanks Adam. My bike is still under warranty so my only immediate panic is to get it seen to whilst it will still be FOC!

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Post by RiceBurner »

Could be either the pinion seal or the gearbox seal - I've had both go on the Rockster at different times - if you're within warranty then BMW don't quibble on the replacement costs. :)
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Post by boxerpan »

Had mine replaced FOC outside of warranty (5 months) so it shouldn't be an issue. The BMW scrutineer at Oulton Park noticed it before we were let out for a couple of laps before the Boxer Cup race in 2003.
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Post by Boxerlass »

Phoned Williams BMW Manchester today and as you have all said - no quibble at all. We bought the bike in October 2004 so it is still covered by 12 months unlimited warranty. They did indicate that it would be done FOC in any case because of the age (early 2004) and mileage (7000mls) of the bike.
They also told me that there was no panic with the problem and that I would be OK using it for a bit. However I intend to get it booked in soon after I return from my hols.

Thanks for the replies.

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