August 13th, 2014, 10:21 AM | #1 |
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Whirring Noise
Not quite sure whether its only my chain or the transmission as well. In 6th gear at lower rpm's, my sex r makes a continuous noise that resembles a supercharger wanted to know if it's normal or if I should be concerned
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August 13th, 2014, 10:37 AM | #2 |
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Transmissions usually have mechanical whirs.
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August 13th, 2014, 10:39 AM | #3 |
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It's just much more readily apparent in 6th gear. I think it's because the rpm's don't get high enough at such a low speed, and the engine noise doesn't cover it up.
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August 13th, 2014, 11:00 AM | #4 |
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First, make sure it is not of the Dervish variety. If it is, open the oil filler cap and look inside for this:
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August 13th, 2014, 09:48 PM | #5 |
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I don't get it lol
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August 13th, 2014, 11:46 PM | #6 |
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August 14th, 2014, 07:30 AM | #7 |
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Ib checked it is not that
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August 14th, 2014, 08:16 AM | #8 |
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Is it something new, or has it always made the noise?
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August 14th, 2014, 08:20 AM | #9 |
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Check your chain tension - it may be too tight. A tight chain can make a similar sound.
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August 14th, 2014, 08:47 AM | #10 |
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August 14th, 2014, 06:11 PM | #12 |
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No idea. I think without the fairings noises are much more apparent. It does it in every gear now that I've been paying attention. The chain can't be too tight, because I adjusted it towards the looser side.
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Aside of that, there are sounds that spell trouble ahead of time, these normally have a distinct pattern and are repeatable under conditions. If you can repeat your sound, you will find your reason. Got a stand? Throw it up and run it. Do you hear it while not in motion? And yes... without fairings, the unique sounds your bike makes will be louder.
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August 15th, 2014, 12:31 AM | #14 |
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I recall a similar supercharger type sound with another zx6r. If I got it on video would that be of any use
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Most bikes have some tranny and clutch whines, you could be hearing it in 6th because you're at lower rpms or just something about that gear.
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August 16th, 2014, 01:21 PM | #16 |
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It happens in every gear. I can hear it much more with ear plugs (drowns out the exhaust).
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