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Old 07-29-2012, 12:32 PM
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Default two strange noises comin from bike please help

the first sound is coming from what sounds like the front cylinder head it is like a rattle. it does it while just at idle an while ridin. any idea what these could be?


the second sound is when i shut the bike off, when it is off for about 3 to 5 seconds it will make a burb sound from the "points" cover area. ??????
thanks in advance for any help
 
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Old 07-29-2012, 01:34 PM
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if u have not already i would check my tank mount bolts
 
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Old 07-29-2012, 01:55 PM
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if u have not already i would check my tank mount bolts
Then check your heat shields. And then grab every part you can and see if there is anything loose.
 
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everthing checked nothin loose
 
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Originally Posted by sickboy75
everthing checked nothin loose
Rattling fuel cap! Mine did that. Took me forever to find it. Thought I had an issue in the motor like rocker arms rattling. Next time it makes that noise put your finger on the cap and see if it stops. Had a loose license plate that made a weird vibe and a buddy saw it moving. Also check the shift linkage for a loose joint. Check the rubber bumper for the kick stand too. Good luck. Hope this helps.
 
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Yeah, my fuel cap rattles somethin' fierce...
 
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Yeah, my fuel cap rattles somethin' fierce...
On my second one and it rattles too but now I ignore it.
 
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What octane fuel you using?
 
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premium fuel
 
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Old 07-30-2012, 02:58 PM
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You can fix your fuel caps but flipping it over and using a hammer and flat head screw driver or something similar to crimp the chrome cap in a few areas to put a little pressure on the underlying assembly. I read that on here long ago, tried it, and it worked -- not sure who's idea it was...
 
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