Replacing RHS engine cover

[Newtons]

Picked up the new RHS engine cover and gasket today. Planning to change it this weekend when I do an oil change.

Should I use a smear of silastic gasket or just the gasket?

Sorry for the basic question... I don't have a workshop manual yet!

Cheers,

Pete

[Mick_J]

Should be okay with just the gasket but silicon will not hurt, don't forget the washer on the front lower bolt.

[gsxbarmy]

Picked up the new RHS engine cover and gasket today. Planning to change it this weekend when I do an oil change.

Should I use a smear of silastic gasket or just the gasket?

Sorry for the basic question... I don't have a workshop manual yet!

Cheers,

Pete

@Newtons

Full instructions here http://gsx1400owners.org/forum/index.php?topic=149.0

We also have a comprehensive downloads section Pete - download a workshop manual from here Pete http://gsx1400owners.org/forum/index.php?action=downloads;cat=6

[seth]

If it's a new gasket I lightly rub grease into it.(can then be reused if ever needed).
I wouldn't use instant gasket glue on it .
If fitted on the side stand you won't even lose any oil.

[Newtons]

Picked up the new RHS engine cover and gasket today. Planning to change it this weekend when I do an oil change.

Should I use a smear of silastic gasket or just the gasket?

Sorry for the basic question... I don't have a workshop manual yet!

Cheers,

Pete

@Newtons

Full instructions here http://gsx1400owners.org/forum/index.php?topic=149.0

We also have a comprehensive downloads section Pete - download a workshop manual from here Pete http://gsx1400owners.org/forum/index.php?action=downloads;cat=6

Awesome, thanks gsxbarmy.

[Newtons]

If it's a new gasket I lightly rub grease into it.(can then be reused if ever needed).
I wouldn't use instant gasket glue on it .
If fitted on the side stand you won't even lose any oil.

Perfect, thanks. I'll drop the oil and do it before I refill it but sidestand is a good tip thanks.