G2 Engine Oil Filter

Information relating to the Matchless G2 or AJS Model 14 250cc Lightweight
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David Watson
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G2 Engine Oil Filter

Post by David Watson »

Hi when i opened the oil filter cover the oil that came out looks like it has petrol in it .what cand the fault be and how do i repair it bike starts and runs ok

Thanks David
itma
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G2 Engine Oil Filter

Post by itma »

do you turn the fuel tap off every time you park it up?
are the taps leaking?
David Watson
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G2 Engine Oil Filter

Post by David Watson »

yes one of the taps is leeking not sure how thay come apart yet is that the cause
itma
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G2 Engine Oil Filter

Post by itma »

if you leave the bike with the taps on or badly leaking, esp on the prop stand it will seep into the engine past the piston rings.
It will also do a great job of f*****g up your engine.
fix it asap, search fuel taps you will find endless posts about it.
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