X xr600r Member Apr 15, 2001 117 0 Jul 8, 2001 #1 is it normal for an xr600 timing chain to make a slapping noise at low revs? it doesnt do it all the time, the dealer says this is normal. does the auto. chain adjuster need to be replaced?
is it normal for an xr600 timing chain to make a slapping noise at low revs? it doesnt do it all the time, the dealer says this is normal. does the auto. chain adjuster need to be replaced?
B BigBore Member Jun 16, 1999 686 0 Jul 8, 2001 #2 You should not hear "slap" at any time coming from the cam chain. A slight whine, yes, but definately no slapping.
You should not hear "slap" at any time coming from the cam chain. A slight whine, yes, but definately no slapping.
Shaw520 Damn Yankees LIFETIME SPONSOR May 14, 2000 1,082 6 Jul 8, 2001 #3 Recently, one of my riding partners chain got so lose it jumped tooth and toasted the top end. ( XR280). Reccomend you replace asap.
Recently, one of my riding partners chain got so lose it jumped tooth and toasted the top end. ( XR280). Reccomend you replace asap.
X xr600r Member Apr 15, 2001 117 0 Jul 9, 2001 Thread starter #4 so what is likely wore out ,? the timing chain, the tensioner, or both ?:(
Shaw520 Damn Yankees LIFETIME SPONSOR May 14, 2000 1,082 6 Jul 9, 2001 #6 Originally posted by tavdog replace both Click to expand... :) :) If the tensioner is no longer taking up the slack, the chain is stretched beond its limits, replacement of the chain is overdue. Last edited: Jul 9, 2001
Originally posted by tavdog replace both Click to expand... :) :) If the tensioner is no longer taking up the slack, the chain is stretched beond its limits, replacement of the chain is overdue.
B BigBore Member Jun 16, 1999 686 0 Jul 9, 2001 #7 It has been my experience that when it comes time for a new cam chain, the tensioner is usually pretty grooved and needs to be replaced as well.
It has been my experience that when it comes time for a new cam chain, the tensioner is usually pretty grooved and needs to be replaced as well.