Hi guys, having a couple of issues i cant seem to solve! any advice is appreciated!
1999 FZS600
Not sure if these two problems are related but I managed to find the sprocket problem while investigating the weird noises!Firstly, the past two or three times iv been out, at around 20-30mph (cant tell if this happens at higher speeds because of wind noise) theres a kind of squeaky, ticking noise, it almost sounds like stones are flicking up onto the down pipes but this happens on perfectly smooth roads with no loose gravel, aswell as this iv noticed a sound thats like an intermittent knocking noise coming from somewhere and a squeaky noise as though the tyre is rubbing against the fender, obviously these things arent causing the issue.
All these problems appear to be coming from the front of the bike.
Now, the noises are one thing but as i set off home today i let the clutch out slowly and as it got to bite it felt like something in the engine got jerked, hard to explain exactly but it didnt sound or feel healthy, after that it was fine all the way home but the noises persisted, i figured it might be the clutch cable so when i got home i took of the sprocket cover to see whats going on and found what looks to be quite a serious problem. The washer between the bolt and sprocket is bent and deformed, worrying.
Next, there are nine (i think) holes in the sprocket, some have something in, some dont. In the midst of all the road gunk that was stuck everywhere, i kept finding pieces of plastic that look like theyve sheared off something, i have no idea whats going on or where these parts have come from! Pics attached.
Im basically wanting to know if anyone can give some guidance on what it causing these noises and whether the sprocket situation is critical and contributing to the weird noises. Also the stop switch for the front brake has gone, this probably has no connection but ill mention it anyway haha Iv replaced two of these in about six months now, any ideas on how to keep em alive for a bit longer?
Thanks,
Miles