This thing is leaking oil everywhere.

faxxxy · 03-20-2009, 10:38 PM

I've put less then 20 miles on my Nomad and its dropping oil all over my garage.

The guy that sold it to me had no oil in his garage (I looked) and it sat for two days after I bought it because I didn't have time to ride it.. It didn't lose a drop of oil during that time.

20 miles and it's leaking like a Harley..

Is this a chronic problem?

kenb · 03-20-2009, 10:48 PM

Recent oil change? (oil filter, drain plug snug)

Any other info on location (besides the garage) where the leak may be from. engine lower, upper, rear end, etc.

Help us help you.

ndbigfish · 03-20-2009, 10:51 PM

Did the oil just get changed? Check the drain plug. The stock plug should have an aluminum gasket on it. Could be loose or missing the gasket. I found this out by the dealership leaving it off and mine leaked oil too. Becareful torquing down the drain plug if it is leaking. Check the owner's manual for the torque spec.; should be around 14.5 ft/lbs or 2.0 kg-m. It is better to change the oil through the oil screen plug. It can be seen behind the kickstand. Repeat after me "Nomads don't have chronic problems".

faxxxy · 03-20-2009, 10:54 PM

Yes, it was just serviced about 50 miles ago.

You're probably right, It's probably a lose plug or filter.
I was so angry when I saw the oil that I wasn't thinking that rationally.

In the morning I will give everything a good snugging up.

Thanks!

faxxxy · 03-20-2009, 11:44 PM

Keeping in mind that I am new to the Nomad, can someone tell me where the filter and oil plugs are so I can check them?

The oil seems to be coming from right behind the kick stand.

lonewolf · 03-21-2009, 07:03 AM

definately check your oil plugs. there is one under the pan and one on the side of the pan by the sidestand. also, not that you are gonna have any problems, but a service manual is money well spent. especially if you are gonna do any maintenance or wrenching yourself

**ringadingh** · 03-21-2009, 07:37 AM

When checking the oil filter, dont use any tools to tighten it on. Just SNUG it up with your hand. If you dont, it will be on so tight by your next oil change that you will spend a long time trying to get it off. When I first got my bike I broke two filter wrenches and had to stab the filter with a screwdriver to get it off. Others have had to cut them off. Now I can usually remove and replace the filter by hand, and never have a leak.

billz410 · 03-21-2009, 07:48 AM

A hearty AMEN to that Ringadingh! I had my bike in for the infamous 600-mile checkup, and while very courteous and friendly and they washed the bike for me, the oil filter was so unmercifully tight it was unbelievable. I understand some folks being nervous about it coming lose, but it doesn't need to be installed with a !$@#^%# air wrench.

:(" title="

" border="0"/>

ells · 03-21-2009, 08:09 AM

Except for the things mentioned, no it is not a common problem. I've never seen a drop of oil from my two Vulcans in 10 years.

cactusjack · 03-21-2009, 08:32 AM

My bike has never leaked a drop of oil in 22,000 miles that I am aware of.

If you do your own work, ie: change your own oil - I will tell you that my dealer replaces the drain plug gasket with every oil change. It is part #92065-097.

blowndodge · 03-21-2009, 09:23 AM

Oil filters should be put on loosely. Using maybe only half your one hand's twisting force. Mine is just tight enough to not leak. It's never leaked yet.

dogdoc · 03-21-2009, 08:00 PM

they could have not put a new crush washer on your drain plug? or stripped your threads on the drain plug like they did my bro's.

ndbigfish · 03-21-2009, 08:28 PM

Hey Faxxxy,
What did you find?

faxxxy · 03-21-2009, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ndbigfish

Hey Faxxxy,
What did you find?

Not much yet...

As best I can see it's dripping from the bottom of the chrome cover on the kickstand side.

I haven't found where the drain plug is.
The filter seems to be snug.

blowndodge · 03-21-2009, 08:38 PM

That might not be engine oil. You might have a leaky clutch pushrod seal. Check the color and smell of that oil and compare it to motoroil. If it (oil) looks a lot different in color and smell then it's hydraulic fluid leaking from this seal. You'll have to pull the chrome cover off to verify which is real easy.

03-20-2009, 10:38 PM	#1
faxxxy Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Bentonville, Home of Wal-Mart Posts: 142	This thing is leaking oil everywhere. I've put less then 20 miles on my Nomad and its dropping oil all over my garage. The guy that sold it to me had no oil in his garage (I looked) and it sat for two days after I bought it because I didn't have time to ride it.. It didn't lose a drop of oil during that time. 20 miles and it's leaking like a Harley.. Is this a chronic problem? Login or Register to Remove Ads
	0

03-20-2009, 10:48 PM	#2
kenb Advanced Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Galt, Ca Posts: 514	This thing is leaking oil everywhere. Recent oil change? (oil filter, drain plug snug) Any other info on location (besides the garage) where the leak may be from. engine lower, upper, rear end, etc. Help us help you. __________________ VBA 00735 VROC 28102 2008 KVN MOB & NS The only hand-held device that should be legal to use while driving is the STEERING WHEEL!
	0

03-20-2009, 10:51 PM	#3
ndbigfish Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New Braunfels, Texas Posts: 1,162	This thing is leaking oil everywhere. Did the oil just get changed? Check the drain plug. The stock plug should have an aluminum gasket on it. Could be loose or missing the gasket. I found this out by the dealership leaving it off and mine leaked oil too. Becareful torquing down the drain plug if it is leaking. Check the owner's manual for the torque spec.; should be around 14.5 ft/lbs or 2.0 kg-m. It is better to change the oil through the oil screen plug. It can be seen behind the kickstand. Repeat after me "Nomads don't have chronic problems". __________________ Brik VBA #1047 07 Electra Glide Ultra (43,300 & counting) 03 Nomad - 37,972 (traded 5/6/13) 99 Nomad - Only a memory since 4/27/13
	0

03-20-2009, 10:54 PM	#4
faxxxy Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Bentonville, Home of Wal-Mart Posts: 142	This thing is leaking oil everywhere. Yes, it was just serviced about 50 miles ago. You're probably right, It's probably a lose plug or filter. I was so angry when I saw the oil that I wasn't thinking that rationally. In the morning I will give everything a good snugging up. Thanks!
	0

03-20-2009, 11:44 PM	#5
faxxxy Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Bentonville, Home of Wal-Mart Posts: 142	This thing is leaking oil everywhere. Keeping in mind that I am new to the Nomad, can someone tell me where the filter and oil plugs are so I can check them? The oil seems to be coming from right behind the kick stand. Login or Register to Remove Ads
	0

03-21-2009, 07:03 AM	#6
lonewolf Advanced Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: central mn. Posts: 545	This thing is leaking oil everywhere. definately check your oil plugs. there is one under the pan and one on the side of the pan by the sidestand. also, not that you are gonna have any problems, but a service manual is money well spent. especially if you are gonna do any maintenance or wrenching yourself __________________ Kawanow # 370 2007 red and titanium nomad Darksider
	0

03-21-2009, 07:37 AM	#7
ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	This thing is leaking oil everywhere. When checking the oil filter, dont use any tools to tighten it on. Just SNUG it up with your hand. If you dont, it will be on so tight by your next oil change that you will spend a long time trying to get it off. When I first got my bike I broke two filter wrenches and had to stab the filter with a screwdriver to get it off. Others have had to cut them off. Now I can usually remove and replace the filter by hand, and never have a leak. __________________ 2002 Nomad aka Bountyhunter VBA #27 VROC #18951
	0

03-21-2009, 07:48 AM	#8
billz410 Advanced Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Dodgeville, WI COLD!!! Posts: 550	This thing is leaking oil everywhere. A hearty AMEN to that Ringadingh! I had my bike in for the infamous 600-mile checkup, and while very courteous and friendly and they washed the bike for me, the oil filter was so unmercifully tight it was unbelievable. I understand some folks being nervous about it coming lose, but it doesn't need to be installed with a !$@#^%# air wrench. :(" title="" border="0"/>
	0

03-21-2009, 08:09 AM	#9
ells Sr. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Boulder County, Colorado Posts: 2,014	This thing is leaking oil everywhere. Except for the things mentioned, no it is not a common problem. I've never seen a drop of oil from my two Vulcans in 10 years.
	0

03-21-2009, 08:32 AM	#10
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	This thing is leaking oil everywhere. My bike has never leaked a drop of oil in 22,000 miles that I am aware of. If you do your own work, ie: change your own oil - I will tell you that my dealer replaces the drain plug gasket with every oil change. It is part #92065-097. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
	0

03-21-2009, 09:23 AM	#11
blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	This thing is leaking oil everywhere. Oil filters should be put on loosely. Using maybe only half your one hand's twisting force. Mine is just tight enough to not leak. It's never leaked yet. __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
	0

03-21-2009, 08:00 PM	#12
dogdoc Top Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,263	This thing is leaking oil everywhere. they could have not put a new crush washer on your drain plug? or stripped your threads on the drain plug like they did my bro's.
	0

03-21-2009, 08:28 PM	#13
ndbigfish Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New Braunfels, Texas Posts: 1,162	This thing is leaking oil everywhere. Hey Faxxxy, What did you find? __________________ Brik VBA #1047 07 Electra Glide Ultra (43,300 & counting) 03 Nomad - 37,972 (traded 5/6/13) 99 Nomad - Only a memory since 4/27/13
	0

03-21-2009, 08:38 PM	#15
blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	This thing is leaking oil everywhere. That might not be engine oil. You might have a leaky clutch pushrod seal. Check the color and smell of that oil and compare it to motoroil. If it (oil) looks a lot different in color and smell then it's hydraulic fluid leaking from this seal. You'll have to pull the chrome cover off to verify which is real easy. __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
	0

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
HELP Im leaking again	clayton	1500 & 1600 Nomad	13	09-06-2011 10:45 PM
cam chain tensioner leaking oil	sarc	1500 & 1600 Nomad	7	01-16-2011 08:58 PM
Leaking Oil Drain Plug	vf24renegade	1500 & 1600 Nomad	9	07-30-2010 09:53 AM
Leaking again	coacha	1500 & 1600 Nomad	10	08-18-2009 01:30 PM
Final Drive Was Leaking Gear Oil	ringadingh	1500 & 1600 Nomad	32	08-16-2009 08:37 PM