G gseils New Member Jun 27, 2009 #1 When I was riding my sportster, I started hearing a ticking noise like the engine was not getting enough oil. When I checked the oil, the level was OK but I smelled gas on the rag. How did this happen, and did I trash my bike?
When I was riding my sportster, I started hearing a ticking noise like the engine was not getting enough oil. When I checked the oil, the level was OK but I smelled gas on the rag. How did this happen, and did I trash my bike?
G glider Veteran Member Jun 27, 2009 #2 Oil dilution can happen when a fuel shut off is left open and the bike is parked or an overly rich mixture.
Oil dilution can happen when a fuel shut off is left open and the bike is parked or an overly rich mixture.
O Old legend Member Jun 30, 2009 #3 The best bet would be to change the oil and filter, then ride it and check it out.