oil leak...am I hoping for too much

[wyliec]

My spyder was stored for the winter in someone's garage. When I left that garage, there were no oil spots on the floor, nor were there any noticed where I used to park (another garage). I drove for about 30 miles, and then parked it at my new/old garage, which I did not have previously. This morning I noticed to small oil spots within inches of each other. On a quick visual, the drops were coming from the crossmember of my 2008. All I'm wondering is, is it possible that the leaks were from seals which shrunk during the colder months, and with riding, the oil pressure rose and forced some oil out before the seals swelled back to normal? I'll take it out later today, and see what happens when I park it.

 

[Bob Denman]

:shocked: The crossmember isn't leaking: what is? :dontknow:
But I do think that you're right: a bit of a dried-out seal, that just needs a bit of coaxing to get back with the program.
I'd keep an eye on it; but it doesn't seem to be worth fretting over,
Good luck! :thumbup:

 

[wyliec]

:shocked: The crossmember isn't leaking: what is? :dontknow:
But I do think that you're right: a bit of a dried-out seal, that just needs a bit of coaxing to get back with the program.
I'd keep an eye on it; but it doesn't seem to be worth fretting over,
Good luck! :thumbup:

I did not mean the leak was from the crossmember, only that the oil was dripping onto it, and then from it. As far as where it's actually coming from, if it continues to leak, I'll just take it to the dealer; I happen to be one of the lucky ones that actually trusts his dealer. I'm heading out now for a ride. Thanks

 

[Bob Denman]

I know... I was just wondering if you had investigated any of the "bits" that are uphill from that point.
Honestly: I'd ride it around for a bit, before showing up at the dealership. This may just stop on it's own... (HOPEFULLY!!)

 

[oldgoat]

Airbox on front right?