Oil Leak at Rocker Cover Corners

[787 Mechanic]

I had an annoying small oil leak on my 06 Mastiff around front and rear rocker covers at the corners after each ride. I bought some Ultra Black Gasket Maker, cleaned area with alcohol and used a nitrile glove/finger to smear it into the seams at the corners. Wiped off with a rag and let it cure overnight. I have rode the bike 2 times and the leaks have stopped. Probably a temporary fix but thought maybe someone else might find it useful.

 

[what?]

yes i had the same issue right side closest to the front. its hit or miss. i backed the bolts out a hair and then torqued them down again. it worked for a quite a while but now i can see a few drops here and there.

 

[awg]

That's good to know. Beats tearing down the rocker covers. Also go with the S&S head bolt covers. Much cleaner look. No set screw.

 

[mleach72]

I'm gonna try this. I get a leak. I replace the gaskets. Leak returns in a few years. Really annoying!

 

[PacoPetty]

I have the exact same problem on my 2006 Pitbull.

 

[bdm7250]

I have the exact same problem on my 2006 Pitbull.

Bring a gasket set to Daytona, we'll fix it right.

 

[PacoPetty]

Bring a gasket set to Daytona, we'll fix it right.

Thank you sir!

 

[787 Mechanic]

What weekend in Daytona? I’ll bring gaskets and we’ll have a gasket party! I guess that offer was for all?

 

[mleach72]

View attachment 63005 View attachment 63007 I had an annoying small oil leak on my 06 Mastiff around front and rear rocker covers at the corners after each ride. I bought some Ultra Black Gasket Maker, cleaned area with alcohol and used a nitrile glove/finger to smear it into the seams at the corners. Wiped off with a rag and let it cure overnight. I have rode the bike 2 times and the leaks have stopped. Probably a temporary fix but thought maybe someone else might find it useful.

Wanted to give an update here. I tried this about a week ago. I have only been on a few short rides, but so far leak has stopped! Thanks 787!