How did the water get into my R80 gearbox oil ?

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Re: How did the water get into my R80 gearbox oil ?

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Thanks Duane , in this case it was rather obvious , the oil was a slight emulsion and a little milky .The drive shaft oil was VERY milky .
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Re: How did the water get into my R80 gearbox oil ?

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I still haven't worked out how the water got into my drive shaft but I've put a temporary tape around the speedo cable boot .It has to be temporary ....it's bright yellow !
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Re: How did the water get into my R80 gearbox oil ?

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I oils add to Duane's advice: after heavy rain or washing the bike, drop the float bowls and empty the water out

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Re: How did the water get into my R80 gearbox oil ?

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I keep the speedo cable boot full of grease to keep water out.
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