Thought I'd get away with using my original sump gasket.... hence why i'm now looking for a zx12r sump gasket


Can't seem to find anywhere to buy one...... Any ideas?

I've used bike bandit in the states in the past. Cheap (especially considering the exchange rate)....

I just used a very fine smear of sump sealant from halfords, the joy of bike engines is the quality of the castings so only a tiny amount required.

Good price bar the fact post is $50

If using some kind of sealant using it very sparingly as Mark said as excess sealant clogging the oil pickup filter is a common cause of engine failure apparently.

Whats wrong with your local Kawasaki main dealer? I've just bought a clutch cover gasket for my zzr1400 engine, £15.00 and they had it in stock the following day.

As above,local kawasaki dealers can supply required gaskets.

I'll give them a call tomorrow.... if its overly priced i'll use sealant.

Use the correct gasket unless you can afford a new engine. Saving a few pounds in this case is a bad idea.

I've had gasket paper and NBC from these folks to make my own autobox sump gasket and others. If the old one can be used as a pattern it's easy.
John.

You can use Gasket compoind, but make sure you dont put too much on so it squishes out on the inside. Even a little bit can clog up your filters and oilways and its a nighmare to get out.

Personally, id try and find the gasket as you are. Longer waiting time, but you know its done properly.

£13.64 from Kawasaki

i got a busa gasket from main dealers at 12.95 so worth giving them a call

Gasket paper is typically £1.00 per 255x480mm sheet.