Oil sight glass?

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MarcE
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Oil sight glass?

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I've a new to me 2011 r1200rt and for the life of me cannot find the oil level sight glass. Looks like it might have a sensor, but no sight glass?
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Re: Oil sight glass?

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It's probably the metal behind the glass peephole that's stained. Mine is terrible. You can replace the glass and seal. It can be a bugger to do.
Trust me I am a retired Doctor and lecturer at Oxford University of Structural and Mechanical/Electrical engineering.
May the shaft be with you
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Re: Oil sight glass?

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Re: Oil sight glass?

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Thanks, found it. I had been told it was on the right side and was looking there.
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