Background info: 05 f4i, just crossed 20k.. 17-18k from the previous owner. No problems/issues with it other than i am finally starting to hear the cct.

For the past 2 days when I ride aggressive (accelerate up to say 10-12k rpm) I just generally hit 3rd gear when i let off the gas and let the revs come down not holding the clutch in. Ive noticed this weird ticking/clicking sound as I am decelerating. Doesn't seem to happen with im cruising and riding conservatively.

Anyway, not sure if its in my head, or something just bouncing around, or if some one has had this problem before.. thought I'd get the forum's opinion.

thanks!

 

bump

 

How's the tension on your chain? (drive chain, not CCT)

 

its definately a little loose.. need to change it. That seems like something it could be! Thanks man, i will check it out

 

bumping, keep us updated!

 

99% sure that its the chain, havent gotten around to tightening it yet but i'll let you guys know if that solves the problem.

 

update: tightened up the chain, problem solved! Also, it might be in my head but the bike feels so much smoother!

next up: cct :/

 

Is there a walk through on the forum for tightening the chain? I have the same issue

 

Simple bud. At the end of your swingarm is to bolts with nuts on them. The bolts are inside the swingarm in fact, by the axle. There are lines on the adjusters. You tighten both sides and that slides your whole wheel back, or forward, tightening or loosening your chain. There is markings on it indicating a good or bad chain. Let me know if you need more info.

 

Make sure you loosen the rear wheel axle before adjusting your chain tensioners.