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    Hey guys, I have a 2010 Trike. LOVE it. It has 9000 miles on it. The problem is I have a leak underneath the motor. I checked the oil level and it's fine. I think the leak getting larger. Any thoughts for the experts? Will it be hard to fix?

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    You probably need to spray clean it and find specifically where the leak is coming from. I would start with primary cover. Maybe not as tight as can be. Assuming you are sure it is oil you are seeing drip. There is a gas overflow tube.

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    Is it oil or coolant?

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    You need to clean everything to determine the source. But as was stated, check all bolts but don't over torque the primary. Another idea. Did you put any 100% synthetic oil in it. That can sometimes create leaks when regular oil won't. Just a thought.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Pooch View Post
    Is it oil or coolant?
    It is oil.

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    Don’t know what ya got, HD or ?

    Could be as simple as a drain plug O ring Clean it dry then check it out.
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    Have you changed oil recently?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jack Klarich View Post
    Have you changed oil recently?
    Yes Sir, I changed the oil about 3 months ago. i appericate your thoughts.

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    Have you looked at the oil filter? ran over anything in the road? Do you have a belly pan?

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    Quote Originally Posted by 2010 trike View Post
    Yes Sir, I changed the oil about 3 months ago. i appericate your thoughts.
    Did you put new washer on the drain plug? Best to put new ones on each oil change, for some machines.
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