This is very good advise. I was thinking the exact same thing.

Just like to much grease can be bad as well on bearings or any type of joints.

Just dont use it at all. I only use it in special places. Certain gasket corners. Certain oil pans. Grommets. Using it on an entire sealing surface is just a heinous nightmare for the the next time you're in there.

It didn't work, so I bought that head plug and did it all over again. Still leaks. pouring out at the exhaust. I'm wondering if I have a cracked head? Also considering JB welding that plug from hell. and using grey instead of red sealer.

My recommendation (if you haven’t done this process), would be to thoroughly clean off all the oil on the cooling fins. From there, let your bike idle for a while or maybe take it out for a short ride. It’s considerably easier to see exactly where the oil is coming from when your engine is entirely clean. There is a stud in the cavity below the exhaust header that is also a common leaking point. If you can track your leak to there instead of the top of your head, you may make some progress. Sorry my video wasn’t more suitable to your needs! Keep the rubber side down brother

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driver was clutched soft, appreciate the concern!

Thank you very much for the appreciation!

Thank you! Nothing more frustrating than going to KZfaq for help and finding no results… trying to fill those gaps anytime I can contribute. Safe riding man!

Sounds very likely in my opinion. If you haven’t yet, clean the entire engine and take it out for a ride. If you can see for sure that the oil is coming from the top, I can almost guarantee that’s your issue. In theory, a leak like that would indicate leaking from the valve cover (on my bike there wasn’t even a gasket). I also don’t know the specific name for the cap, but it’s well-documented issue. Maybe look into the threaded conversion. Thanks for watching! Hope this helps.

@@kxnrxd4908 yep, definitely a big help mate! You have the only video about this on KZfaq. Atleast for now I have a direction to follow. I hate taking my bike into the shop unless it's absolutely necessary. Cheers.

I saw a lot coming out of the valve cover gasket area on top

next to the exhaust port.

over and over I hear this oil leak problem. But I don't hear the oi l leak solution.

I’m sorry to hear that Phil. These bikes are notorious for leaks, no doubt. If I ever start leaking from the plug again, I will definitely look at the 3rd party threaded aluminum plugs designed to completely stop this problem. Safe riding!

@@kxnrxd4908 it was $1030 oo repair total. they said they had to remove the engine from the frame. the upside, everything is working perfectly now and no leaks.

@@PhilHewkin keep your receipts haha! hopefully your issue is fixed though in all seriousness!

So after 2 times using permatex red and it leaked after a couple of weeks. Has anyone tried a better gasket maker with success?

@@brucebenioff I have a theory. Check your air filter. If you can not. See sunlight through it, it is plugged up, and needs replacement. I suspect that the engine is pulling oil into the cylinder, and burning it as well as pushing it out the head. I have seen many cars and trucks do the same, owner thinks engine is pooched, changes air filter, engine runs as new, no more oil leak or burn.

23,000+

yeah my oem petcock failed at 10k.

I was able to fit a small 1/4" ratchet with a 10mm socket there and was able to loosen it, and then unscrew it with my fingers

This completely fixed my (very severe) oil leak. I can’t guarantee this is your problem, but it is a very common one.

And again, I’ve only ridden it another three weeks… so I can’t speak for longevity yet. I’m not sure about the cost of those kits, but I would definitely consider one. Mechanic I mentioned in the video had allegedly applied sealant to this plug mid 2020… and when I picked it apart, there wasn’t any

@@kxnrxd4908 I sealed the old plug with red permatex the I used a new plug. Neither worked.

I suggest getting the new replacement plug because it's made of better material that's less prone to warping/shrinking/distorting from heat cycling.

The first time I sealed the old plug with red permitex. Than AS PER Suzuki repair manual I replaced the rubber plug over the head bold closest to the exhaust. The Red was applied as permitex instructions a small spaghetti like bead on one side all along the valve cover. Not on the plug. This seemed to work until today I opened the bike up and hauled ass for about 3 miles. Leaking all over the rt fins down the side cover. s--t

The first time I sealed the old plug with red permitex. Than AS PER Suzuki repair manual I replaced the rubber plug over the head bold closest to the exhaust. The Red was applied as permitex instructions a small spaghetti like bead on one side all along the valve cover. Not on the plug. This seemed to work until today I opened the bike up.leaking