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Message started by Phaeron on 08/11/10 at 10:45:28

Title: New Owner, quick question
Post by Phaeron on 08/11/10 at 10:45:28

First of all, hello!

I recently bought a 2000 LS650. I love it already, and have been having a blast. A couple of weeks ago I had the rear tire changed. Ever since then, there has been a clicking noise coming from the rear wheel. I didn't notice it at first, what with my helmet and everything, but it has gotten really bad. When I ride around the yard to listen for it, it is really loud and constant. clickclickclickclick

Also, if I get some speed up, there is also an occasional thump... I'm really at a loss as to what this could be caused by. Any suggestions on what to look at?

I did check the drive belt tension to see if that was off, but it seems fine.

Title: Re: New Owner, quick question
Post by bill67 on 08/11/10 at 10:52:51

What size is the tire they put on,If you can get the rear off the ground spin the rear wheel maybe you will know where its coming from.

Title: Re: New Owner, quick question
Post by Phaeron on 08/11/10 at 12:51:58

I cannot remember exactly off the top of my head, but I believe that the rear tire is 15" 140/90-15

I do not have a motorcycle jack/lift and I have not yet found a good way to get the back end off the ground. Any suggestions?

Title: Re: New Owner, quick question
Post by babyhog on 08/11/10 at 12:55:58

Does the clicking noise speed up as you go faster? And how many miles on the odo?

Title: Re: New Owner, quick question
Post by bill67 on 08/11/10 at 13:01:08

Is their any marks on the tire where fender is hitting it theres bolts in the fender where sometimes hit the tire,Did a motorcycle shop change the tire if so take it back there.Do you hear any thing walking the bike around,Some times belt and belt guard can make a noise.

Title: Re: New Owner, quick question
Post by buttgoat1 on 08/11/10 at 15:33:14

check the belt, there may be something wedged in there.

Title: Re: New Owner, quick question
Post by verslagen1 on 08/11/10 at 16:01:20

take off the pulley cover and check in there as well.

Title: Re: New Owner, quick question
Post by Jay on 08/11/10 at 19:12:29

Check the belt tension. If the belt is too loose it flaps up and hits a tiny little protrusion on the frame that belt cover attaches to. It can leave gouge marks on the belt, it's rather a sharp edge.
::) Don't ask me how I know this. :-[