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Posted by chief
 - August 27, 2012, 11:46:16 AM

Wow, I have NEVER heard of such happening. I think you have another problem.

I'd be worried about engine heating, but would likely inspect the exhaust thoroughly looking for exhaust leaks that might be directing hot exhaust gases to the side covers. I'd also check the temps on the cylinders...
Posted by cainsriver
 - August 26, 2012, 23:35:27 PM

Today I noticed the stock exhaust pipe had melted/deformed an area about 3/4" diameter in the right side cover where it is closest to the exhaust pipe.  I removed the heat shield and wrapped the exhaust pipe in that area with a piece of Koolmat 6" long that can stand up to 1000 deg F (held in place with 2 hose clamps.  Anyone else have this issue.  Is there another problem and I am disguising it?  This is on a 2003 Drifter 1500 with 165 miles on it.   

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