Shaft leak

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I noticed an oil leak on my garage floor the morning after a day long ride down the Natchez Trace. The leak was coming from under the seal on the shaft drive where it comes out of the engine. After reading some comments on the forum I dabbed my finger in it and smelled it. It was definitely gear oil. I had no idea how much had leaked out so I took it to the dealer to have the seals replaced. From what I understand the rear seals give out and allow the gear oil to push up the shaft and leak out the top. The fix was two hours labor plus the seals. I went ahead while I was there and had the big 15K service (about $300) plus a new battery (original is about five years old) for about another $100. All said and done I was about $600 poorer for the visit but the bike is running fine.