idle noise

cadjocky

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Apr 4, 2003
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When my 1998 KDX200 idles it makes a lot of mechanical racket. I've been told that it's normal for these motors. Can anybody here confirm that? I was told to use 1000 cc oil vs 700cc to quiet it down.
 

The Axman

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Feb 17, 2002
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Yes, the KDX's make a ton on noise at idle which is "normal". I wouldn't use 1000cc. Just fill your oil to the top of the glass. On my 220 that's about 850 to 900cc. Ax
 

jc

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Sep 22, 2001
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My 96 makes all kind of noise and has since it was new. Changes alittle when I pull in the clutch. My 95 was the same. I have always used a full qt. of oil in my bike w/ only good results.
 

guggie

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Mar 3, 2003
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o yes, it is normal, my 2003 does it, I think they call it like k-tick or k-temp.
 

cadjocky

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Apr 4, 2003
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Okay ... I feel better about the noise ... but ... what is it? I've never had that kind of buzzing before. Does it have to do with the KIPS system?
 
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