Weeping Base Gasket

Got questions? We got answers....
Post Reply
ico135
Member
Posts: 34
Joined: 09:22 am Mar 13 2017
Country: United States

Weeping Base Gasket

Post by ico135 »

Just finished installing top end on 04 KDX 200 and have a small amount of coolant weepeing/leaking at one of the nuts at base gasket. I have already ordered a new gasket set but would like to ride the bike for a bit before tearing back into it so soon. My question is will this cause any immediate dangers to ride on as it is and also could i expect this to create any performance issues.
Thanks Everyone, just joined the KDX community and the forum and have been really impressed with everyone's willingness to help.
John_S
Gold Member
Gold Member
Posts: 875
Joined: 06:59 am Jan 27 2017
Country: US
Location: Florida

Re: Weeping Base Gasket

Post by John_S »

I might be in the minority here but if its just weeping (barely) I would do a little riding (like 20 minutes, but keep your eye on the leak). If breaking it in means riding it like you stole it then I wouldn't ride it yet. You have an air leak so will be running leaner than normal.
User avatar
KDXGarage
KDXRider.net
KDXRider.net
Posts: 14047
Joined: 06:45 am Nov 01 2004
Country: United States of America
Location: AL, USA
Contact:

Re: Weeping Base Gasket

Post by KDXGarage »

Welcome to the forums.

Did you use a torque wrench?
Thank you for participating on kdxrider.net. :bravo:
To post pictures from a device: viewtopic.php?f=88&t=24128
Post Reply