Clutch problem??

[labill]

Sometime back I developed a leak in my handlebar reservoir. I got help from all of you and replaced the seals, spring, etc.

 

My problem now is I still am losing fluid. With the bike seating, not running I have worked the clutch leave and do not see any fluid leaking. It appears to happen when I shift for a while. I took off the side cover and can see the slave but I don't see any fluid leaking. Can not find any wet areas on the clutch line.

 

I have 50000 miles on it, the last 10000 with a sidecar. Could the slave be leaking inside and I can not see it?

 

Thanks again,

labill

[Rafterd]

Yep, that’s the problem. I rebuilt mine about 3years ago cause it would leak the fluid out, but not show up anywhere.

ordered a kit off eBay, bought a small hone at auto zone, just like new when done. Still works correctly today.

[luvmy40]

Indeed, the slave cylinder is leaking. I rebuilt mine, but a new one is under $100.00.

[labill]

That's what I was afraid of.

 

Thanks for sharing your experience.

 

labill

[BratmanXj]

Indeed, the slave cylinder is leaking. I rebuilt mine, but a new one is under $100.00.

 

I want to say it only cost me around $65 with a little bit of internet shopping. I think the rebuild kit and hone would have cost me $45 but I'd still be dependent on my own abilities. $20 was worth the "guarantee" it would be replaced with a good working part. About an hour 1/2 to replace and bleed out, one difficult to access bolt but otherwise straight forward.