nc30 engine rattle !!! advice needed

[mirax]

hiya my engine seems to be rattling on my nc30, it seems to be coming from the rear left cylinder, could this be the valve shims? if so what problems could this cause ??

[mr.z]

Could be loads of things, you can use a long screwdriver to have a listen...

Shims or tappets is possible (what was it last done?) if this is the noise then its SERIOUS problems if you ignore it (engine rebuild + lots of money sort of problem)


You could take it to ahonda dealership and ask them what they thing it is, needs checking out really
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[DucatiEVO]

If it's a rebuild that's needed you'll prolly find it cheaper to buy a replacement engine instead. Think a full gasket set alone is around the £200 from Honda.

I ended up replacing my engine as my old one developed a bottom end rattle.
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[Jamie_ducati]

Valves are adjusted on these by means of replacing the shims with different sizes. Hondas rarely need these done in my experience.

If you leave a valve loose, there is a danger it could foul the piston which means game over. Get the engine checked over!
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[mirax]

used the screw driver trick on the cylinders and they seem to be ok but still cant seem to locate the noise heres a vid to see what you guys think sorry about the quality it here done off my phone.


:note you need quick time to play

[mirax]

heres another vid