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jambo · 03-03-14, 04:24 PM

If the noise is continuous then we're into chain / bearing noise as the suspension will settle out quite fast.

I'd consider taking it back if you just bought it from a dealer unless they declared this and let them have a look.

It's hard to say if the chain would be shot after 18,000. Some make it well past this, some don't. Maintenance (use of a scottoiler or similar) and type of use are big factors. It's possible the chain is either over tight, or has been dry up until recently in which case it may have had it.

Jambo

03-03-14, 04:24 PM	#8
jambo Member Mega Poster Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Croydonia Posts: 5,376	Re: Creaking Noise When Accelerating If the noise is continuous then we're into chain / bearing noise as the suspension will settle out quite fast. I'd consider taking it back if you just bought it from a dealer unless they declared this and let them have a look. It's hard to say if the chain would be shot after 18,000. Some make it well past this, some don't. Maintenance (use of a scottoiler or similar) and type of use are big factors. It's possible the chain is either over tight, or has been dry up until recently in which case it may have had it. Jambo __________________ Modern motorcycles are bloody brilliant, enjoy it while we can