Whirring Noise

nickjpass · August 13th, 2014, 10:21 AM

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

BlownWideOpen · August 13th, 2014, 10:37 AM

Transmissions usually have mechanical whirs.

nickjpass · August 13th, 2014, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by BlownWideOpen

Transmissions usually have mechanical whirs.

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.

250rr · August 13th, 2014, 11:00 AM

First, make sure it is not of the Dervish variety. If it is, open the oil filler cap and look inside for this:

nickjpass · August 13th, 2014, 09:48 PM

I don't get it lol

Klondike1020 · August 13th, 2014, 11:46 PM

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whirling_dervishes

nickjpass · August 14th, 2014, 07:30 AM

Ib checked it is not that

dcj13 · August 14th, 2014, 08:16 AM

Is it something new, or has it always made the noise?

jkv45 · August 14th, 2014, 08:20 AM

Check your chain tension - it may be too tight. A tight chain can make a similar sound.

Chain adjustment video - http://canyonchasers.net/video/chain.php

250rr · August 14th, 2014, 08:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nickjpass

Ib checked it is not that

Good work.

adouglas · August 14th, 2014, 09:52 AM

If it's like mine, it's caused by the worms in your brain.

nickjpass · August 14th, 2014, 06:11 PM

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.

csmith12 · August 14th, 2014, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by nickjpass

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.

I am going to look on the positive side of things here. It sounds like you're getting in touch with your bike a lil more. I went through this same thing with my r6, stressing over every little sound until I vetted everything out. When everything is right, your bike is finely tuned instrument, and like most... they will have a sound representative of such precision.

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.

nickjpass · August 15th, 2014, 12:31 AM

I recall a similar supercharger type sound with another zx6r. If I got it on video would that be of any use

KawiKid860 · August 16th, 2014, 01:03 PM

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.

nickjpass · August 16th, 2014, 01:21 PM

It happens in every gear. I can hear it much more with ear plugs (drowns out the exhaust).

August 13th, 2014, 10:21 AM	#1
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	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 __________________________________________________

August 13th, 2014, 10:37 AM	#2
BlownWideOpen ninjette.org guru Name: Artie Location: Canada Join Date: Mar 2013 Motorcycle(s): Stuff Posts: 284	Transmissions usually have mechanical whirs. __________________________________________________ Paint side up, rubber side down!

August 13th, 2014, 09:48 PM	#5
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	I don't get it lol __________________________________________________

August 13th, 2014, 11:46 PM	#6
Klondike1020 Intrepid Adventurer Name: Josh Location: Rochester/Buffalo NY Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2004 GSXR 750 , 71 cb350streettracker, 07 Polaris Predator 500 Posts: A lot.	http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whirling_dervishes __________________________________________________ LIFE IS NOT FOR REGRETS OR EXCUSES. Breath deep, seek peace. Embrace the Madness. Life is good, let it be

August 14th, 2014, 07:30 AM	#7
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	Ib checked it is not that __________________________________________________

August 14th, 2014, 08:16 AM	#8
dcj13 Participant Name: Dave Location: South of Seattle Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): '94 K75 std Posts: Too much. MOTM - Aug '15	Is it something new, or has it always made the noise?

August 14th, 2014, 08:20 AM	#9
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August 14th, 2014, 09:52 AM	#11
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August 14th, 2014, 06:11 PM	#12
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	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. __________________________________________________

August 15th, 2014, 12:31 AM	#14
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	I recall a similar supercharger type sound with another zx6r. If I got it on video would that be of any use __________________________________________________

August 16th, 2014, 01:03 PM	#15
KawiKid860 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Murphey Location: Eastern Washington Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2002 Honda 919, 2004 Ninja 500R NAKED Posts: A lot.	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.

August 16th, 2014, 01:21 PM	#16
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	It happens in every gear. I can hear it much more with ear plugs (drowns out the exhaust). __________________________________________________

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