Knocking in the motor.

wolfrider · 06-17-2009, 07:07 AM

I have a 2006 1600 Nomad that has about 9,000 mi. on it. I have now noticed a low knocking noise coming from the engine. Service says it sounds like it might be a rod or rod bearings. Has anyone had this problem on their bike? ???

**ringadingh** · 06-17-2009, 07:46 AM

Thats quite unusual, are you sure its not just one of the normal noises that these engines make? Id get a second opinion, especially if you don't have warranty on the bike. The dampeners cause a knock when they are worn, but at 9,000 miles nothing should be yet.

dogdoc · 06-17-2009, 08:18 AM

I agree should not be a bad engine unless something really rare is going on.

dabull · 06-17-2009, 05:24 PM

i got a knock too...still self diagnosing...

**billmac** · 06-17-2009, 07:15 PM

If the dealer says it is rod bearings then I would let him fix it, if it is covered under warranty. If not covered, I would change oil, spark plugs, and ride it till it was easier to diagnose.

My 2007 knocks, rattles, ect. I thought all v twins did. My warranty runs out in 2013.

Good luck, I hope it is an easy fix.

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ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	Knocking in the motor. Thats quite unusual, are you sure its not just one of the normal noises that these engines make? Id get a second opinion, especially if you don't have warranty on the bike. The dampeners cause a knock when they are worn, but at 9,000 miles nothing should be yet. __________________ 2002 Nomad aka Bountyhunter VBA #27 VROC #18951
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dogdoc Top Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,263	Knocking in the motor. I agree should not be a bad engine unless something really rare is going on.
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billmac Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 1,472	Knocking in the motor. If the dealer says it is rod bearings then I would let him fix it, if it is covered under warranty. If not covered, I would change oil, spark plugs, and ride it till it was easier to diagnose. My 2007 knocks, rattles, ect. I thought all v twins did. My warranty runs out in 2013. Good luck, I hope it is an easy fix. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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