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Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-15-2022, 03:31 PM
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Posted By swanpuppy
On post 23 I took pictures of the piston and top...

On post 23 I took pictures of the piston and top of valves. I didn't notice anything wrong. What would I look for to inspect the valves further, and how do I inspect the lower cam? Remove the...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-15-2022, 10:09 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,319
Posted By swanpuppy
Update:. I've taken the bike out on some shorter...

Update:. I've taken the bike out on some shorter rides, pushed it etc. Yesterday a new noise was added to the excessive clacking, almost like a wrring of a gear.

I removed the valve cover this...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-08-2022, 03:08 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,319
Posted By swanpuppy
I thought I would give an update to this. After...

I thought I would give an update to this. After taking the engine apart, putting it together, checking valves again, etc. The noise is still there. Its a loud clicking ticking noise that im...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-04-2022, 05:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,319
Posted By swanpuppy
Alright update time. 1. Pulled the...

Alright update time.

1. Pulled the head/valves, nothing looked wrong to my eyes, no dents in the piston etc.
2. checked the oil pump nut as two members have suggested it, its on there solid, no...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-04-2022, 01:26 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,319
Posted By swanpuppy
Here are some pics of the head removed. I dont...

Here are some pics of the head removed. I dont see anything wrong.... unless someone has an idea I think im going to put it all back together, run it, and get a scope to try and listen?
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Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-04-2022, 11:52 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,319
Posted By swanpuppy
I can try to isolate the sound, but right now I...

I can try to isolate the sound, but right now I have the head off, valves off etc. Valves looked fine.. no scratches, dents, wear marks, everything had plenty of oil so its not an oiling issue. All...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-04-2022, 07:21 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,319
Posted By swanpuppy
I let it run last night for a bit to test this...

I let it run last night for a bit to test this theory while I was pressing on different parts of the motor and trying to tighten different bolts. There was no change from 100% cold start until the...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-03-2022, 09:50 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,319
Posted By swanpuppy
Alright update time. The exhaust gasket was...

Alright update time. The exhaust gasket was absolute garbage, so im glad I did replace that. After doing so I rechecked valve lash, .003 intake, .004 exhaust. started it up and the below video was...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-01-2022, 08:32 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,319
Posted By swanpuppy
Just FYI, for the leaking exhaust theory, that...

Just FYI, for the leaking exhaust theory, that second motor does have an aftermarket exhaust on it which gives that lower sound. Im going to swap the gasket regardless this weekend, recheck valves...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-28-2022, 03:58 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,319
Posted By swanpuppy
Great! Ill order one right away and see if it...

Great! Ill order one right away and see if it helps. thanks!
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-28-2022, 03:39 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,319
Posted By swanpuppy
I loosened then fully tightened down the exhaust...

I loosened then fully tightened down the exhaust after checking the valves one more time. currently at .003 intake and .0035 roughly exhaust. Noise is still there, its 'slightly' quieter but it...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-28-2022, 02:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,319
Posted By swanpuppy
thats interesting... this does have an...

thats interesting... this does have an aftermarket exhaust. Ill check that.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-28-2022, 09:44 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,319
Posted By swanpuppy
Am I correct in my procedure for setting the...

Am I correct in my procedure for setting the valves:. 1. pressure out the spark plug hole and/or after the intake valve opens shows compression stroke.
2. line up the "T" line (not the F or double...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-28-2022, 08:57 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,319
Posted By swanpuppy
Engine 1 is completely stock with stock carb and...

Engine 1 is completely stock with stock carb and it was cold. It was struggling to fire up cold. My main concern is the vastly different noise levels. I will check the clutch cover and see if that...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-27-2022, 03:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,319
Posted By swanpuppy
Hawk 250 excessive ticking

Hello All, im a new member here, I currently have 2 hawk250s. The first one I adjusted the valves when I got it (at 300 miles) and it runs quietly, light tapping. I just picked up a second one...
Forum: New Member Introductions 11-05-2021, 08:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 310
Posted By swanpuppy
Wisconsin Hawk250 - Swanpuppy

Hello all. I recently picked up this 2020 hawk250 for a ridiculous price and only 200 miles. My hope was to get it registered as a dual sport so I can use it around town, however Wisconsin DMV is...
Forum: Registration Issues 11-01-2021, 01:02 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 105,667
Posted By swanpuppy
Second confirmation for Wisconsin. RPS hawk is a...

Second confirmation for Wisconsin. RPS hawk is a no go due to fed sticker.
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