Anyone else have to periodically (more often than I'd like to) top off their clutch fluid? I have a 2014 RT and every three or four rides, maybe 800 miles or so I'm adding fluid. I can tell when it needs it because it engages further from the handlebar. I have not been able to find any leaks near the reservoir or the visible clutch fluid lines. Can't figure out where it is going.
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Topping off Clutch Fluid '14 RT
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pauls1150
MOA #24991, south of Los Angeles
Is this an "RT" or "RTW"? 2014 was the "transition" year for these.
RT - Locate the slave cylinder at the bottom end of the line... if that's dry, the fluid may be seeping into the clutch housing.
RTW - Since the engine and trans share the same oil, pop the cap or drain it, and look for discoloration or other signs of contamination (thinning, foaming).
RT - Locate the slave cylinder at the bottom end of the line... if that's dry, the fluid may be seeping into the clutch housing.
RTW - Since the engine and trans share the same oil, pop the cap or drain it, and look for discoloration or other signs of contamination (thinning, foaming).
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Unfortunately yes. My guess is that's where the issue lies.
And it doesn't appear that the slave cylinder itself is serviceable. A new one is $318 from Max BMW. Check all lines and connections for integrity before springing for one.
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I'm using BMW Motorrad Blue V10 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid.
Thanks. It's an RTW, are you saying look for discoloration/foaming in the engine oil? If yes, I have changed it twice since noticing the clutch fluid issue and cannot see anything unusual. I called three oil analysis companies and none said they would be able to test for clutch/hydraulic fluid diluted in the oil. They're very good with testing for metals etc. but not hydraulic fluid.
I've been suspecting a leak somewhere in the slave cylinder or other not easily (or cheaply) accessible location. No leaks anywhere near the clutch control assembly. I also suspect that may be why the previous owner traded it in with 10k and I discovered it when it was almost empty.
If it is the slave cylinder, is that a job on par with a stator replacement? Or is there reasonable access to slave cylinder?
v/r
Fran
Another case when using the, perhaps a little more expensive BMW product, eliminates the possible cause for/of a problem. Correct parts eliminate areas of question.
OM
pauls1150
MOA #24991, south of Los Angeles
Got the VIN? You might find the recall info at https://www.bmw-motorrad.co.za/en/service/recall-lookup.html
Thanks. Just tried it and it says no open recalls or technical enhancements. I'm scheduled to have a dealer check it out in 2 weeks, he ran the VIN when I scheduled the appointment and said there is a software update concerning a warning light that shows up yellow or red and when it should be the other color...
I appreciate the feedback from everyone and was glad to here that work involved isn't it the level of a stator
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