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December 15th, 2012, 02:05 PM
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ninjette.org newbie
Name: senan
Location: ireland
Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): 1995 ninja250 Posts: 5
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sounds clunky starting up?
hi all.im new here and to the ninja.i just got myself a 1995 gpx250 [same as ex] to fix up over the winter.the engine does run but as i say it sounds a bit clunky[like a piston slap]starting up.when it starts it goes away.is that just the way these bikes are?[say yes say yes]
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December 16th, 2012, 07:51 AM
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Daily Ninjette rider
Name: Hernan
Location: Florida
Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot.
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Welcome to the site, Senan !!
Sorry to say not; these bikes are not clunky when cold. Being a 1995, the engine may have some over-specs clearances due to wear. The good news: if the noise goes away as the engine warms up, there is no immediate damage to expect, only some reduced efficiency maybe. Keep a close eye on the oil pressure light, it should be off anytime the engine is working. Best !
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December 16th, 2012, 08:34 AM
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ninjette.org newbie
Name: senan
Location: ireland
Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): 1995 ninja250 Posts: 5
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December 16th, 2012, 10:40 AM
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ninjette.org member
Name: George
Location: Ottawa, Canada
Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): EX250, C10 Concours Posts: 109
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clutch basket noise
There's also a well known rattly noise from the clutch basket, if the rubber damper bits inside have disintegrated. This goes away under load.
It doesn't seem to cause any damage, only irritation. Last futzed with by GeorgeRYoung; December 16th, 2012 at 10:41 AM. Reason: clarify |
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