[04honda]

I just bought a like new 08 700XX. It has 45mins ride time. The engine seems to be loud and seems like it has a knocking sound while idling. I have a 2008 Honda Rincon that sounds very similar to it and the dealer said it was normal. Do these bikes engine suppose to be noisy? THANKS!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/?cmd...49&item=130629279586&sspagename=STRK:MEWAX:IT

 

[XxX700XxX]

hmm may be the valves? or clutch noise? when u pull the clutch in does it get quieter?

 

[04honda]

When I pull the clutch in the bike does get a little quieter but not the knocking noise!

 

[jfdanie2]

the knocking is pretty normal all of the xx's do it.

 

[04honda]

Ok thats what I wanted to know. When ever I take it to the dealer to have its 1st service I will have them listen to it and see what they say just for the heck of it as it might get quieter after the valves are adjusted. THANKS!

 

[5W0P3]

Nice! I saw that bike for sale.

 

[M_Quick]

Ok thats what I wanted to know. When ever I take it to the dealer to have its 1st service I will have them listen to it and see what they say just for the heck of it as it might get quieter after the valves are adjusted. THANKS!

Do your self a favor and skip the dealer. And are you from Columbus area, where bike was listed?

 

[04honda]

I am in Sandy Hook KY about 3Hrs from columbus OH!

 

[BuckeyeXX]

I am in Sandy Hook KY about 3Hrs from columbus OH!

I have family in south shore ky and used to do alot of riding in that area but haven't in awhile. Where in that area do you ride?

 

[M_Quick]

I am in Sandy Hook KY about 3Hrs from columbus OH!

Theres a few riders here from Ky. check out there riding thread. And some of them cross the river togo to Hanging Rock in Ohio. I've been there once, but rode alone.