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Mudshark

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'03 KX250 clutch noise
« on: November 28, 2006, 01:52:54 PM »
My '03 KX250 clutch makes a bit of a "rumbling" noise when I let the
clutch out in neutral.
I just bought it used and do not know if this is a "normal" sound or not?
Also the clutch drags a bit when the motor is hot (not too badly) but I thought
it might be worth mentioning since it might be related to the noise.
Any input appreciated.
« Last Edit: November 28, 2006, 01:55:31 PM by Mudshark »

Offline MadKaw

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Re: '03 KX250 clutch noise
« Reply #1 on: November 28, 2006, 04:53:10 PM »
dang Sharky..are we ever gonna get to ride these things? :-D
Deviate from the Norm!
Father!...The sleeper has Awaken!!!

2001 Harley Sportster xlh1200
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'75 Suzuki GT550
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'79 Yamaha GT80
'93 KX500*******
'84 Yamaha Riva 180z scooter
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Mudshark

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Re: '03 KX250 clutch noise
« Reply #2 on: November 29, 2006, 05:33:22 AM »
hehe, took it out last night for a good burn.... busted foot and all. I just took is easy
around right hand turns so I didnt have to put the foot out :-D
It rips .... I'm going to put a 14 on the front (sprocket) and see if it's any smoother, it's a
bit abrupt right now (13 / 49)
anyhow after about 20 30 miutes (thats how long it took me to tire out  :-P ) I noticed
the clutch thing.... just got me wondering (read worried)

Offline MadKaw

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Re: '03 KX250 clutch noise
« Reply #3 on: November 29, 2006, 05:37:58 AM »
did ya pull off the cover and check out the discs?
Deviate from the Norm!
Father!...The sleeper has Awaken!!!

2001 Harley Sportster xlh1200
'73 Suzuki GT550
'75 Suzuki GT550
'74 Kawasaki Z1 900
'79 Yamaha GT80
'93 KX500*******
'84 Yamaha Riva 180z scooter
08 Q-link Pegasus scooter first new rid

Mudshark

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Re: '03 KX250 clutch noise
« Reply #4 on: November 29, 2006, 08:52:10 AM »
no not yet....  :oops: I was hoping one of you guys would say "Heck.... no thats totally normal.. don't sweat it"   :-D
I'll pull it this weekend and check it out. I think the clutch plates are fried, lots of black / Sliver
"dust" floating (looked like graphite) in the oil when I changed it.... coulda been the type/brand of
oil. I have no idea what he used..... I'll see if the new oil I put in it comes out clean on Saturday. 
« Last Edit: November 29, 2006, 11:18:18 AM by Mudshark »

Offline MadKaw

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Re: '03 KX250 clutch noise
« Reply #5 on: November 29, 2006, 10:24:09 AM »
MAT THE FORCE BE WITH YOU!!! 8-)
Deviate from the Norm!
Father!...The sleeper has Awaken!!!

2001 Harley Sportster xlh1200
'73 Suzuki GT550
'75 Suzuki GT550
'74 Kawasaki Z1 900
'79 Yamaha GT80
'93 KX500*******
'84 Yamaha Riva 180z scooter
08 Q-link Pegasus scooter first new rid