SuzukiSavage.com - Oil leak problems

Scooter Ex Member	Oil leak problems 01/21/07 at 16:30:54 I like every thing I have read about the Savage performance but this oil leak problem makes me wonder if I should buy a Savage. I just want to ride, not be bothered by problems. Do the new Savages have oil leak problems?
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sparkett Full Member Offline never ride faster than your guardian angel flys! Posts: 168 central florida Gender:	Re: Oil leak problems Reply #1 - 01/21/07 at 16:47:51 The 87 Savage did till the engine repairs The 98 Vulcan has a small one,and the 04 is a perfect lady so far. they all will sooner or later, to some degree. Age , how you ride , how you care for them....Cars do it too
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steelwolf Serious Thumper Offline "I'm a cowboy, on a steel horse I ride." Posts: 847 Trinity, NC Gender:	Re: Oil leak problems Reply #2 - 01/21/07 at 16:48:09 If memory serves they fixed the plug/cap leak in 02.
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Kropatchek

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Re: Oil leak problems
Reply #3 - 01/22/07 at 05:32:49

steelwolf wrote on 12/31/69 at 16:00:01:

If memory serves they fixed the plug/cap leak in 02.

Suzuki improved the design of the plug, hence the partnumber change.

The procedure to install remained unchanged,

NO SEALING of the plug.

Check the WSM of Suzuki and Clymer, NO sealant.
But you better do seal the plug for extended no leak riding.

Greetz
Kropatchek Grin

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thumperclone Serious Thumper Alliance Member Offline PGR rider riding with respect Posts: 7281 Grand Junction Colorado Gender:	Re: Oil leak problems Reply #4 - 01/22/07 at 07:08:37 6k+ on my 06 no leaks... 8)
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Rogue_Cheddar Serious Thumper Offline Hang up the phone and drive! Posts: 725 Haverhill, Massachusetts Gender:	Re: Oil leak problems Reply #5 - 01/22/07 at 08:51:58 10k on my '95, no leaks.
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riptide_fl Ex Member	Re: Oil leak problems Reply #6 - 01/22/07 at 10:13:24 7K on my 06...no leaks
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justin_o_guy

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Re: Oil leak problems
Reply #7 - 01/22/07 at 12:39:52

almost 14,000 miles. It gets ridden as hard as I am capable of riding it without crashing & it's not leaking. I still think it was a good choice for me as a starter bike. I would recommend a Suzuki 650 to anyone thinking about getting started riding. Even IF I had the problem others have had, all I would have to do is fix that ONE stinkin little problem. This is a low maintenance ride. And, that maintenance can be done at home for little $$$.

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barry68v10 Serious Thumper Offline Posts: 955 Maryland Gender:	Re: Oil leak problems Reply #8 - 01/22/07 at 14:08:26 Quote: I would recommend a Suzuki 650 to anyone thinking about getting started riding. I've been riding motorcycles for 21 years, and I like mine better than any cruiser I've owned.
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justin_o_guy Ex Member	Re: Oil leak problems Reply #9 - 01/22/07 at 15:27:06 Barry, have you ever ridden a Ninja 250? I've been thinkin that might just be a fun "pretend" Ricky Road Racer" bike. I am 5'6" & can flat foot a Ninja 250.Seems the riding position is decent for an older guy. Anyone have an opinion?
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georgekathe

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Reply #10 - 01/22/07 at 21:49:21

from my (admittedly limited) experience of clip ons & rear sets (that's one for you old ones, especially mickthelimey)
I would suggest any crotch racer type stance is OK if you want to just go like a bat out of heck all the time, butt hanging off the seat, but for around town it'd soon bring about a sore back, aching wrists & general discomfort.

like I said, my experience is limited, but that is what I reckon...

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justin_o_guy

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Re: Oil leak problems
Reply #11 - 01/23/07 at 01:25:23

Thats the deal with the 250 ninja, small engine, nothing to make a fellow lay down to reach the grips. Almost an upright position. My wrists & shoulders will have none of the crotch rokkit position. Well, long enough to ride someone elses long enuff to say I rode one, but, not something I could do enough to make it worthwhile to buy one,

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riptide_fl Ex Member	Re: Oil leak problems Reply #12 - 01/23/07 at 04:49:04 I also have a ninja 250...The riding position is very upright and comfortable. I have done several 500 mile + rides on the Ninja with no discomfort whatever. I rarely ride the Savage anymore except for short rides around town.. By the way I'm 62 years old , does that qualify as an older guy ?? lol
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KenGLong

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Re: Oil leak problems
Reply #13 - 01/23/07 at 06:31:18

My '02 started leaking somewhere around 18,000 miles. Luckily, there were detailed messages here on what the problem was and how to fix it. Got it done over a weekend and I have a clean bike again.

Don't kid yourself, all bikes have problems. The advantage to the Savage/S40 is that this bike has been around for many many years with the same basic design. All the common problems have been identified and the fixes are widely known.

Ken in Albuquerque

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slavy Serious Thumper Offline smart cars for stupid people Posts: 710 Phoenix, Arizona Gender:	Re: Oil leak problems Reply #14 - 01/23/07 at 06:49:26 If You don't enjoy working on Your bike and keeping it in shape, the best thing is to stick with the cars or buy a Harley and have it serviced in the dealership. They will detail Your bike after every service. The cost of the maintenance will keep the mileage so low, that You will not see a drop of oil in the floor.
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