Barrel gasket leak fix?

[Guest]

As i run down the list of things to rejuvenate i noticed an oil leak from the case/barrel gasket on the front of the left side. Its not too bad but i was wondering if anyone else had seen this and what has been done? I have heard of a product called newseal(?) from some old honda guys....

[Nessism]

Eh, how about replacing the leaking gasket?

[Cdnpt1]

Its not a huge leak, not so bad i am willing to put my limited skills to work pulling the top end off right now, though i know that is coming eventually, was wondering if there is anything to be done in the meantime

[Nessism]

Tie a garbage bag around your pants leg?

[Cdnpt1]

Lmao, its not that bad! If it comes to that i will replace the gasket! Would rather spend on the bike than new clothes.

[cowboyup3371]

Then you need to get the correct maintenance done. Besides, have you done your valve adjustment yet anyway?

[koolaid_kid]

So, here is the answer short and sweet:
The only way to address this issue is to pull the head and cylinder block, replace all the gaskets and o-rings, and reassemble. There is no magic bullet that can cover the issue up for a while.
If it is not so bad that you feel it is required, then you will just have to live with it. Put diapers under it if the leaking in the parking space offends you. I have seen cookie sheets used for this and they were effective.
There are things that should be done while you are doing the work. It will be a top end overhaul, which is not a bad thing on a +25 year old bike.

[Cdnpt1]

Thanks for the advice, I won't be starting it up again until the carb o-rings, synch, valve adjustment etc. are done.