My new to me 1981 XS650H. I got the choke detent balls fixed using a Zerk fitting ball and spring (thanks to the forum and Gary for the steer). Took it out for a short ride yesterday and noticed a clatter in the engine. The valves are right on spec and the cam chain tensioner is adjusted correctly, but there is a pretty noisy clatter in the engine. It's not present at all in my '78. I took a short video that has the sound. It's at
I have my own idea of what's clattering, but don't want to be prejudicial.
The PO said that the engine has 6k miles (it's not the original engine). Since I haven't been inside the engine, I have no idea if that's accurate.
I had hoped to be able to flip the bike without getting inside of the engine, but that might not be an option. Luckily I only paid $800 for it and only have about $250 more in it thus far.
The best laid plans of mice and men....
I have my own idea of what's clattering, but don't want to be prejudicial.
The PO said that the engine has 6k miles (it's not the original engine). Since I haven't been inside the engine, I have no idea if that's accurate.
I had hoped to be able to flip the bike without getting inside of the engine, but that might not be an option. Luckily I only paid $800 for it and only have about $250 more in it thus far.
The best laid plans of mice and men....