Oil Leek

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    Hi all. My speed triple 2016 with 18k has just developed a sml oil weep from the single bolt on the right hand side below the rocker cover but above the head gasket. Just started after I topped up the oil. Any ideas.
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    I know it sounds obvious but have you tried just nipping the bolt up slightly
     
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    Is that the cam-chain tensioner?
     
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    Cam chain tensioner is below the head gasket.
    Got a pic of the leak.?
     
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    Could be m8
     
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    Single bolt on right

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    The one below the clutch cable? Been known to be loose on another members bike, try nipping it up a bit.
    Are you under warranty? Dealer if you are.
     
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    Sorry m8. The one above
     
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    Its not.
     
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    Meant the large single bolt
    is that not the cam chain tensioner bolt?
     
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    Thanks m8
     
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