Click after rolling off throttle

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  • Nitronate
    • Feb 2026

    #1

    Click after rolling off throttle

    This year I've noticed an audible click that seems to come from the left side of the engine of my 80 GS550L when I roll off the throttle to shift. It's one of those things where I'm not sure if it was there before but I've noticed it this year and now I hear it all the time.

    Doesn't seem to happen at very low engine speeds but I can hear it in just about every gear until the wind is so loud I can't hear the motor anymore.

    Anyone have any ideas of this has all been in my head or what it might be?
  • jbthomp

    #2
    The only thing i can think of is something to do with the chain. Check and see if it is too loose. Also it would not be a bad idea to check the front sprocket nut to make sure it hasn't backed off. When i first got my 550 the front sprocket nut was only finger tight, so they can back off.

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    • Nitronate

      #3
      To put some closure to this thread, jbthomp was spot on. Worn chain and sprockets. Replaced them all as a set and I'm back running like a champ again.

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