On my california 1100 2001 appears a heavy clinking valve noise in right head, not on left ? i ajusted valve lash to .002 int. .003 ex., noise not changed, rockers & shafts ok is,it possible from the camshaft ? jeancourn[email protected] 450-796-1447 450-796-2449
Motorcycles - Moto Guzzi - California 1100 E.V - 2001 Moto Guzzi California 1100 E.V.
Answers & Comments
Make sure:
*bike and tools are at room temperature when you measure
*bike is at top dead center compression TDCC
*oil pump is still working
*Place a screwdriver or thesiscope up to different parts of the engine and place your ear on the handle to verify the loudest part of the engine noise is the head, it could be chain tensioner issue.
Possibilities:
valve was bent
lack of lubrication
valve guides worn beyond wear (if air filter was removed or not cared for properly it could shorten the life of the valves and/or valve guides)