Toutsuite Posted October 9, 2011 Share Posted October 9, 2011 Hi folks, as above, lately I've noticed my engine makes a ticking sound that gets louder when I've ridden a few miles. I know V-twins are noisy motors, but the ticking does get louder the warmer the engine is. Doesn't seem to be affecting performance at the mo. Is it just the valves opening and closing or could I be looking at something more serious? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ttaskmaster Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 If it's just a regular ticking that speeds up when you rev, then it's your tappets working. If it sounds like a sewing machine on speed, then you may want to check their adjustment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLYIN BRIAN Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Check your valve clearances. Ticking is normal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toutsuite Posted October 10, 2011 Author Share Posted October 10, 2011 Ok cheers guys, that's put my mind at ease! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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