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I got a noise that I don't think is good?

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80 GS1000 has developed a "new" noise. Most noticeable at idle or when "lugging".

Nope it's not cam end walk it sounds more "metallic" and I think on #2 cylinder.

I am thinking wrist pin or maybe "piston slap" ?

I have 32K miles on it.

What might the problem be and can I keep riding it and wait for winter to tear down?
 
Noise at idle???
Does the noise go away or change when you pull in the clutch? A clutch rattle is easily fixed, not really a problem anyway..

Also check if the noise changes when you pull one spark plug wire at a time off, this could indicate a bad rod bearing.
Not likely as these bearings last forever.

Are the valves adjusted correctly? A really loose one could sound like that.

Bad cam chain tensioners can make some funny noises.
 
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Could be many things. Check the head first and maybe the starter clutch.
You think you have clearance issues with #2 piston on the valves? If so it will get louder and louder until BOOM!
 
Trying to isolate the "noise"

Trying to isolate the "noise"

Clutch action doesn't seem to make any change in noise.

How can I isolate the cylinder making the noise?

I am thinking that I will inspect valves (clearances) and go from there?
 
Newbee said:
How can I isolate the cylinder making the noise?
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Hi,

As was mentioned, just pull off one spark plug wire at a time. When a cylinder has no detonation there is much less stress on the piston and its associated rod bearing. If the noise goes away then you might suspect a rod bearing on that cylinder.


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff
 
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