GS1200SS Rear maintenance, Ohlins OH, Rear caliper aluminum piston conversion

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If you notice oil leaking from around the sprocket cover, suspect the shift oil seal. (It happens pretty often.)

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It’s a common symptom, or rather, since it’s an oil seal, it’s not something that lasts forever. Seals wear out with use, and leaking is inevitable.

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With the right tools, it comes off in a snap.

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Insert the oil seal parallel to avoid damaging the lip. Since it’s a rubber-to-metal press fit, it will go in by hand, so take it slow and gentle.

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The throttle has some oil content but runs a bit thick. Engine oil should do the job fine. There are some good spots for lubricating the cable too, but I’ll keep it simple here.

 

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Both the brake and clutch lock nuts have come loose. I’ve installed new lock nuts, but it’s definitely risky, so please be careful.

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