Cam Chain Tensioner/guides

[MacMcMacmac]

Well, my bike seems to be extra clattery/buzzy lately. I'm thinking the front guide may be giving up the ghost. I adjusted my tensioner last year by putting the pin flush with the nut head like you do, but I have read that may be too tight, and loosening it a bit might help calm it down. I'd like to avoid pulling the motor if possible, so any other plan of attack would be appreciated.

 

[TwoManyXS1Bs]

Well, my bike seems to be extra clattery/buzzy lately...

Hey Mac! That's the thermometer feature of your bike, standard on Canadian models.
It's telling you that it's getting warm enuff to ride, maybe even shed a layer of parka.

The clattering could be from a variety of reasons. You're best off probing with a mechanic's stethoscope. Search "stethoscope" for some tips...

 

[5twins]

The best and easiest way to adjust/check the cam chain adjustment is with the engine idling, and it should be done quite often too, like every 1000 miles.