Automatic Cam Chain Tensioner LEAK.

[jetmechmarty]

I have no recollection of how long ago I did this but probably recorded it here. Several years ago, I replaced my cam chain and installed an auto tensioner. Mine was for a 550 Vision. I think the spring tension is close to that of stock. Anyway, I finally figured out and oil leak situation while replacing the tensioner gasket. The slot that had to be made for the top bolt hole created the leak path. I removed the bolt, filled the slot with RTV and reinstalled. Fingers crossed. File that under Stupid Pet Tricks?

[bikerphil]

Another way of making it fit properly is to drill one or both of the holes 1/32" larger and use a flat washer on the new shorter bolts.

[jetmechmarty]

Another way of making it fit properly is to drill one or both of the holes 1/32" larger and use a flat washer on the new shorter bolts.

My leak is/or was between the tensioner and the jugs. If what I did doesn’t fix it I’ll have to replace the tensioner.

[skids]

Make sure the bolt is not bottoming out.

[DiverRay]

What skids said! The stock bolts on the XS1100 are too long for the newer part. IIRC you need a 6mmX15mm length not 6mmX20mm. Cheap and easy to find at Ace Hardware. If my memory is off a bit, it may be a 6mmX12mm bolt..

[jetmechmarty]

What skids said! The stock bolts on the XS1100 are too long for the newer part. IIRC you need a 6mmX15mm length not 6mmX20mm. Cheap and easy to find at Ace Hardware. If my memory is off a bit, it may be a 6mmX12mm bolt..

Yep! The bolts are correct for the Vision tensioner.