GT185 - Can't figure out hole on motor casing

zdh

Hi all,

I purchased a 1975 GT185 yesterday to learn how ride a motorcycle on, and while cleaning it up today I discovered a drilled hole that looks like it should have something in it. Neither my dad or I could figure it out and I'm hoping someone could identify what it is from the pictures below (click to view a full-screen image.)

Thanks

650hardtail · Posted: Mon Jun 06, 2011 2:22 pm Post subject:

looks like a drain hole-so if carbs overflow it doesnt pool up in the case cavity...and will drain thru case

haasdaddy · Posted: Mon Jun 06, 2011 3:10 pm Post subject:

I have the same bike with nothing filling the hole I would say the drain for the carbs is prolly right.

zdh · Posted: Mon Jun 06, 2011 3:32 pm Post subject:

Sorry for my ignorance but does this mean it empties out onto the ground? I'm sure some water must have gone in there while I was cleaning it up before I noticed and thought I hope that hole isn't supposed to be capped.

Thanks again

rdaystrom · Posted: Mon Jun 06, 2011 9:31 pm Post subject:

It drains through to the ground. It is for exactly what has already been said....washing, and/or gas from the carbs.