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  1. R

    about the screws oil ..

    about husaberg fe 390 . For an oil change have to open the two screws? Are the two screws underneath to prevent oil are separate or that the oil tank? thank you ;)
  2. aerotech11

    2004 FE450 oil leaking at case halves

    So I found my oil leak. Appears to be coming from the lower forward area of the case right at the seam. I looked around here but only found the same issue with a 650. Would this be the same as my 450? I also found my engine breather hose has a split in it and lots of oil up in the hose between...
  3. R

    Shell Rimula X Oil - Is it good?

    Hey Crew, I know oil questions are everywhere on the inter-webs, but this a specific one ;) For my FS 570 I'm thinking to use Shell Rimula X Engine Oil 15W-40 next oil change, (later today) I've never used any Diesel oil before in my bike, (I always do like the book says) but from...
  4. E

    2002 Husaberg FE650E oil filter

    I just purchased a used Husaberg - 2002 FE650E. I would like to change the oil/filter, but the motorcycle shops in my area are lacking strong knowledge of Husaberg bikes. Can somebody help me out with a part number for this oil filter, or a part number for a K&N or other filter that will work...
  5. G

    Rubber particles in oil

    I have a '06 FS650, and on the last oilchange there was alot of soft rubber particles in the oil. The particles are black and the biggest 2x3 millimeters and aprox 1 mm thick. My first taught was that it was from the seal on a bearing..but there is not any sealed bearing as far as I can see...
  6. T

    FE 570 Oil Reservoir options

    I'm about to pick up a 570 and wanted to expand the oil capacity as referenced in this post: So You Want a Lightweight Adventure Travel Bike?. | Expedition Portal does anyone other than the author have experience with this OR has anyone come up with other options or improvements on the...
  7. OldMan

    Oil leak from the left side cover (2007 FS550e)

    Hi guys! I went to my garage to test a few graphics I'm doing for my Berg and as soon as I got there, I immediately changed plans. This is what I saw: Tried to follow it's path in reverse so I could find out where it came from and got more droplets of oil allover: On the frame...
  8. Z

    resuable oil filter - any experience?

    Do anyone has some experience with reusable oil filter? It seems a good solution for long them. Husaberg 1995 2012 KTM See Models Below Stainless Steel Oil Filter Reusable | eBay
  9. B

    External oil cooler

    Just after a bit of info. I have an 08 650 in a mx sidecar running an external oil cooler. I was told I need an extra litre of oil on top of the 800 in the engine. The trouble im having is popping waterpump seals. I let it idle on start up for a few minutes to allow cooler to fill but to no...
  10. S

    Oil Sight Glass - Does this look right?

    Okay, did Orangeberg, replaced water passage O ring, replaced water pump shaft O ring and seal. After cool down the bike's oil and coolant levels seem to return to normal, but I've only run it for 10 mins or so. New to this bike and Husaberg, in general; but, have never looked at a sight...
  11. bushmechanic

    Oil pump upgrade 15mm wide

    im fitting the KTM ATV 15mm wide oil pump, stock is 10mm wide parts are in greek style tub providing inspiration for extra lube :D apologies for the crappy phone pics :o bored out the oem oil pump cavity 2mm deeper and recut the oil passages under the rotors. will put up a cad drawing of...
  12. S

    05 fe 650 oil sight glass leaking?

    [/URL][/IMG] The sight glass on my 05 fe 650 is leaking badly; but, I can see no way to remove it intact. I fear damaging the split ring groove if I try any further to remove it; and I have tried everything I can think of to pop it out. You can see the two exposed ends in the lower left...
  13. S

    Water mixing with oil - Help!

    Hey guys, well I'm kinda new to bikes after wrenching on cars for years; and, just completed the Orangeberg fix, only to find water getting into the crankcase. The fix seemed without incident - new seal and bearing went in easily enough, replaced the water pump O ring, used the shrink tube...
  14. G

    recommended engine oil for 2000my Fe400e

    Hi All, I'm guessing that the answer to my question will be based on personal opinions, but what is the best engine oil for a 2000 - 01my FE400E ...? Does it need to be fully synthetic when your changing it so often ...? Regards Gaz :hathat30:
  15. W

    Radiator oil

    Hi guy! Anyone have used the Twin-Air oil cooling radiator? It is OK to fit it on the 450FE 2009 Zab? Doesnt look to have a lot of room forb that due the shape of the tank at left side???
  16. canolman

    Oil capacity after rebuild?

    What would be the correct amount of oil and sight glass level after a nut and bolt rebuild on a 2004 650? Many thanks
  17. N

    Changing oil on fe650e 2001

    How many hours between oil change on the engine and the gear box? Should I use mineral or synthetic oil? Ketil :)
  18. T

    Oil change stress

    I love this bike to bits, but theres a particular bit which always fills me with dread - oil change time!! :eek: Theres always spiky metallic bits on the mag plug, which do worry me a bit but i know these are normal. Today though, when i inspected the plug - there was a piece of metal...
  19. A

    PLZ HELP!! FS570 Stuck oil screen plug

    Hi guys, Just trying to do an oil change on my Fs570 and the oil screen plug bolt is stuck..is this a reverse thread or something? it shouldnt be this hard to remove..ive been trying to turn it anti-clockwise to remove it. HELP PLZ!! :o
  20. K

    Oil running down fuel line 2011 FS570

    2011 FS 570, 700 miles. My bike has leaked a small amount of oil since New. It's bothersome in that it runs down the fuel line above the engine, down the side of the frame and onto the countershaft sprocket. It is perplexing that it is coming from above the motor. My dealer thought it was...