Can Anyone Diagnose This Tappety Sound? Or Associated Costs?

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  1. COFFEE & CROISSANTS

    COFFEE & CROISSANTS New Member

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    #1 COFFEE & CROISSANTS, Jun 23, 2023
    Hi all,

    I came back from a (at times spirited) ride on the weekend and noticed when I parked the bike up that the engine had developed almost a metallic/tappety sound eminating from the block.

    Unsure what this is, my guess would be something valve/cam chain related? But I'm completely new to motorcycle mechanics.

    Just wondering if anyone has experience this before and could advise?

    Also, what are the associated costs with things like this? Just to make sure I'm not getting my pants pulled down at the garage when it's in for repair!

    Many thanks in advance,

     
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    #2 COFFEE & CROISSANTS, Jun 24, 2023
    Can a mod approve this please?! I’ve been waiting hours now it’s a joke…
     
  3. timboo

    timboo Senior Member

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    #3 timboo, Jun 26, 2023
    looks like the exact same bike as mine, I’m like you not an expert on this but keen to see what others say on here.
    How many kilometres has it covered?
     
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    Pegscraper Elite Member

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    #4 Pegscraper, Jun 27, 2023
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    It's always hard to tell from a video but I'd say that is tappet noise. It wouldn't bother me personally but if it did, the first thing I'd check/get checked is tappet clearances. I've had some camchain/tensioner noise in the past (900 engine) but it was more pronounced than that. As for the cost of any repair if needed, if it's under warranty, no cost. If out of warranty it will depend on the price on any parts required plus time spent working on it so get 2 or 3 quotes if possible.
     
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  5. Linx

    Linx Well-Known Member

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    #5 Linx, Jul 15, 2023
    Yeah sounds like a tappet to me too.
     
  6. sprintdave

    sprintdave Nurse, think it's time for his medications.

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    #6 sprintdave, Jul 15, 2023
    Don't know about your bike but the tappets get tighter and quieter on the triples I believe.
     
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