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The oil analysis looks great, considering what that motor has been through. That's pretty amazing that you can run an RX3 virtually out of oil....and it still runs.
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My noise is not tappy valves. At 12,000+ miles, I know what the normal valve sound/noise is. Here's the sound file of the first time it happened: http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e3...pszldnffs4.mp4 The new tapping noise is slightly different...haven't yet recorded it. I suppose the only way to know for sure is to open up the engine. Something I'm not inclined to do. Quote:
I have my reservations about the engine, also. However, there are thousands of these engines worldwide. I would think if this is a common occurrence, we would hear more reports of the same. Hopefully, my engine problems are an isolated case, which is a shame,... .... since I have only good things to say about riding the RX3. My new Triumph sits next to my Zong, and 3 times out of 4, I will ride the RX3...on any ride less than 200 miles. Personally, I think the problem is due to poor or sub-standard metallurgy. Of the more than 25+ different bikes that I have had, this is the only one that has caused me such grief. I'm trying to follow that "permatravel" philosophy.....going with the flow.:) I am going to ride the RX3 until it stops. However, I am leaving for North Carolina this week to sell my DR 650 to an eager friend......I'm having second thoughts about selling it....:hmm: jb |
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