Oil Leak

[breakaway]

Hello,

Just got a RG150, and parked it in the garage overnight, and noticed this in the morning:

http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/5133/l2he2.jpg
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I can't tell where it's coming from. Note that this is my first bike, and I know nothing of the mechanics of a bike. Speak slowly and clearly

Here are some photos - they may help you pros diagnose the issue.

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http://img214.imageshack.us/img214/1017/l4rm5.jpg
http://img214.imageshack.us/img214/3062/l6th0.jpg
http://img263.imageshack.us/img263/2983/freshoilep7.jpg

Is this just a simple overflow, or something more serious?

Any help appreciated.

[caesius]

As long as you're sure it's not radiator fluid...

Is this a two-smoke?

[breakaway]

Thats right, 2 Stroke.

[caesius]

Just looked it up and answered my own question. So I guess you're asking yourself is this engine oil or transmission oil? What color is your engine oil?

[breakaway]

The oil I put in the back is blue, and the stain is green, so I'm guessing its transmission oil?

Or Radiator fluid?

[beyond]

Green fluid is normally radiator fluid, unless the fluid you put in the transmission is green as well.

[breakaway]

So is this serious?

[beyond]

Only if the radiator has a small hole or similar. Then the radiator will need reconditioning.

But, firstly check all coolant connections and hose clips and the radiator cap etc.

Sometimes it's cheaper to let the workshop analyse the problem before you spend untold $$$'s and find you still have a problem.

You would normally know if it's coolant if your bike needs topping up but also if you have an expansion tank, ensure the coolant level is not overfilled past the maximum mark. If so, it could be expansion overflow.

[rudolph]

the green fluid on the floor is fresh 2stroke oil i think, some 2 stroke oil is grean

[beyond]

Yep, two stroke oil can be green too.
Check your reservoir for splits or leaks and any lines to the engine and oil pump.

[breakaway]

^ The oil used is blue in color (I went and spilled some right next to the puddle and it was clearly a different color)

I've just been told by the previous owner that it has been doing this ever since he's owned it.

Apparently, "it's the nature of the 2 stroke and you'll always have a leak somewhere".

[rudolph]

that green 2stroke oil is crap, its for outbord motors

[rudolph]

he is telling lies

[breakaway]

he is telling lies

Care to explain?

[rudolph]

no bike should realy leek oil, apart from brit stuf, 2 strokes will be a bit oily here and there but not leek fresh oil, your bike may be fine, my old BSA pisses oil