1981 GS450E ,9000miles on it
My initial thought was loose cam chain so I took the valve head cover off:
- I check valve clearances & re-shimmed now all valve clearances are within spec(.03-.08mm) except for my RIGHT LOBE EX SHIM which is at (.102mm) which is fine .
- i removed the cam chain tensioner & reset the tensioner then reinstalled back onto engine block at TDC. Backed out the stop screw 1/4 turn then locked nut, confirmed tensioner is functional .
- cam chain timing is perfect and there are 18pins between the 3^ and ^2 arrows.
- the cam chain is is good condition not too worn or too much play. The guides are all in good shape
so I am stumped what is this noise and how do I fix it? Thank you. This is the 5th vintage bike I've restored and I'm stumped .
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