R3T Tranny/final drive noise?

[MikeM]

Got my bike back today! Talked to the mechanic and it had a broken clutch release shaft? Not sure of the terminology....but I've seen pics of this part on the forum. I've got a new front cover, bearings and shaft. Just in time for snow!!

 

[Sidecar Flip]

Sounds like you got off easy. It's obvious that clutch freeplay is of paramount importance....and I'd hope mine was that simple but I suspect it's not, especially now, with the 'Paint Can Rattle'.

It's difficult not to tear it down myself and have a peek but at this point it's probabl;y better to let a Triumph Techinican have his way with it.

I'm glad it was that easy....for you.

 

[MikeM]

Time will tell I guess..... I think mine is beginning to exhibit the paint can rattle I've read about. We'll see...

 

[Sidecar Flip]

shake rattle and roll

Mine almost sounds like a dry hydraulic lifter on a 350 Chevy.

Interestingly, no matter what brand or model you buy, it seems as though there is always a problem. Even my KLR has problems. It turns into a 2 stroke over 5500 rpm and consumes oil at an alarming rate...Beemers break Paralever castings and Goldwings break frame members...and Harley's just break.

Back in the 'good old days' I don't remember so many problems with my bikes, but then, just getting them started and down the road was iffy.