Guest Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 I have a 125 and it's making this horrendous sort of scraping noise from the right side when at high RPMsIt was absolutely fine until I did an oil change the other day (not my first one) and this morning was fine and then tonight on way home this sound appeared which I noticed going 60mphThe revs also seem higher than normal like I can get into 4th way too fast but I'm stumped. It's not the clutch slipping I know that but what else could it beThanks for the help guys-it's like a scratching weird noise that I'm finding hard to explain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 Have you checked the oil level?Sounds like something to do with the clutch.......maybe whip the cover off and check it..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 I had a friend ride it and he said the clutch seems absolutely fine. Oil level is spot on by the looks of itWhat else could it be Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimR Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 Whst bike ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 The clutch may feel fine......but if something is working loose on it and rubbing on the casing or somewhere else it's only a matter of time before it goes bang..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 What would I be looking for around the clutch area, although the sound seems to be coming from opposite side to clutchIt's a Chinese 125 (and I know that it's what you get when you buy Chinese) but this has the Suzuki gs engine and I've had it one year and not a single problem until this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 You'd be just looking for anything loose in there, or any bolts that have backed out......or any metal shards floating around. If it's the opposite side to the clutch, could be a number of things......does it make the noise when the bike is stationary. ......or is it only when the bike is moving? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 Only when it's moving. Basically it usually rides really smooth and doesn't rev like crazy but today it seemed to fly through the gears and be revving it's head off doing 40mph but usually I have to be doing at least 60mph for it to be doing thatThe sound is at it's worse when I'm going around 50-60 but it did it when I was slowing too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 What oil did you use? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barker Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 whats the mileage, sounds from your description as if the clutch is slipping Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 Used motul 10W40 the same as I've always usedWhat are the symptoms of slipping clutch and what should I be looking for to fix itThanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 Mileage is around 1900 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 Sorry I got mixed up-the sound is coming from the clutch sideIt's the first time I used a HIFLO oil filter-couldnit he that too much oil went into the clutch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 No, the filter shouldn't affect it.........sounds like something has come loose in the clutch somewhere.......maybe one of the clutch springs or bolts have come loose.......whip the clutch cover off and have a look around in there...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimR Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 When you filled with oil did you fill from the oilcan or from a measuring jug ?Is there any chance you dropped something into the filler ? Missing any sockets .... is it stony in the work area . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimR Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 In the original post you say its not the clutch slipping but then ask about the symptoms of a slipping clutch .Slipping clutch Engine will rev but not transfer that power to the wheels It will become more noticable on hills (going up) or when load is placed on the engine ( acceleration) . It can result in metal on metal contact in the clutch basket . 99% of bikes clutches are designed to be bathed in oil . If its gone after 1900 miles then there is either an adjustment issue or a riding style issue . The oil change may just be the catalyst for highlighti g it with different oils properties .Or do you need to bleed the oil system after an oil and filter change ? Did you rebuild the filter components correctly? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 21, 2017 Share Posted March 21, 2017 No nothing would have dropped in the filter i keep everything really clean and tidyFilled it from oil can but it has measuring lines on the side Really weird because it was fine in the morning ride to work but played up on the ride home 8 hours laterI'm new to motorbikes so I'm learning as I go and after doing some research I realised that maybe my clutch cable needs adjusting as I've only ever adjusted it at the handlebars. Could that be the issue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimR Posted March 21, 2017 Share Posted March 21, 2017 You may have over/incorrectly adjusted it so that its constantly placing pressure on the clutch mechanism this will cause the clutch to slip and will get worse the more you ride . You should have a amount of freeplay at the lever ( depends on different bikes but say 3-5 mm ) this is where you can pull the clutch lever intowards the bar BEFORE it does anything( start pulling on the cable ) If there is too much freeplay you wont get sufficient clutch operation to change gear sufficently/smoothlyIf there is too little/no freeplay its basically making the clutch work when it shouldnt be and will wear components quickly . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 21, 2017 Share Posted March 21, 2017 Yeah at the lever I had it nicely adjusted to around 4mm and it felt nice and smooth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeman Posted March 22, 2017 Share Posted March 22, 2017 Is it downhill ride on the way to work and uphill on the way home by any chance? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 22, 2017 Share Posted March 22, 2017 It's ended up in the garage and the guy said I need whole new clutch assembly and it's going to come to £192 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeman Posted March 22, 2017 Share Posted March 22, 2017 Mileage is around 1900New clutch under warranty then i hope!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 22, 2017 Share Posted March 22, 2017 Well because I've done my own services I don't think I get a warranty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeman Posted March 22, 2017 Share Posted March 22, 2017 Well because I've done my own services I don't think I get a warrantyDont tell them!!Just make a.massivd scene about how a bike clutch should last more than 1900miles. Regardless of who serviced it it should not have failed!If you make a big enough fuss they will back down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 22, 2017 Share Posted March 22, 2017 Really? I'll give it a try tomorrow then and see what they say. Is there anything in particular I should tell them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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