| Diagram | OIL TANK |
| Subsystem | engine bottom |
| Listed in parts books | Not catalogued by year yet |
Vent pipe
An oil tank vent pipe, part number 71579, appearing once in the 1968 catalog under the OIL TANK figure.
This is a vent pipe for the oil tank, part number 71579. It shows up once in the catalog under the OIL TANK figure, which places it right at the tank rather than out in the engine or gearbox area.
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A vent pipe like this lets the oil tank breathe as oil level and air pressure change while the bike runs, keeping the tank from building up pressure or drawing a vacuum. Beyond that, our record on this one is brief.
We don't have model or year specifics tied to this part beyond the single 1968 catalog appearance, so give us a call and we'll confirm fitment before you order.
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