Re: what is my noise?

Posted by mmorri on
URL: http://vintage-and-classic-hondas.81.s1.nabble.com/what-is-my-noise-tp2541021p4053125.html

I've got the same noise on my 81 Custom.
No fairing. It does it in all gears between 5800 RPM and 6400 RPM and then is smooth all the way up to redline.
As it's right at cruising speed for the freeway while in top gear, I ofter just drop it to 4th and stop worrying.
Top end looks good as for tolerances and lash. Chain is adjusted.
It sounds for all the world like a main bearing; But, that wouldn't have such a limited range of presentation.
It'll do it in neutral, also; (But never when I specifically want another person or bike mechanic to listen to it.)
It's been doing it since I got the bike at 20k miles and i have 35k on it, now.
I'm thinking it must be something in the clutch.
Any ideas?