04Midnight Posted July 21, 2009 Share #1 Posted July 21, 2009 I usually ride with a 3/4 helmet and usually listening to music. Today I went out with the half helmet and I couldn't believe how noisy that engine is. It's like I can hear all of the mechanical noises that are going on in there. Are they all like that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuddyRich Posted July 21, 2009 Share #2 Posted July 21, 2009 U gots oil in it ? Well, they ain't the quietest thing out there that's for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverdeer0454 Posted July 21, 2009 Share #3 Posted July 21, 2009 I have noticed that too on my 05 RSTD, but I figure it's the sounds of "raw" power! Of course the new Khromewerks mufflers that I installed 2 days ago make it sound pretty good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seaking Posted July 21, 2009 Share #4 Posted July 21, 2009 I usually ride with a 3/4 helmet and usually listening to music. Today I went out with the half helmet and I couldn't believe how noisy that engine is. It's like I can hear all of the mechanical noises that are going on in there. Are they all like that? Are you referring to the loud annoying WHINE noise coming from the engine? I haven't heard it coming off of mine in ages.. I just got so used to it I don't hear it anymore Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilvrT Posted July 21, 2009 Share #5 Posted July 21, 2009 I've owned an '85 and an '87 before this '06. I couldn't believe how noisy the engine on the '06 is compared to the other 2. Essentially, it's the same engine. I compared to to a few other's and most sounded the same except for a couple that were quieter. I also went to the dealer and had the mechanic listen real close ... this guy knows his stuff and he says that's how they sound. It seems like every moving part can be heard. Mine also has a fairly loud ticking sound when I first start it ... lasts for about a minute...maybe 2 at the most. I heard that is associated to the cam chain adjuster which is hydraulic. I figgure, what the heck ... it's got a warranty so if something is wrong, Yamaha can fix it. So, I just drive it and lately, now that I got a few miles on it, I've been crankin it on pretty good sometimes. Hit the rev limiter a couple times yesterday...on purpose, just to see if it would (or wouldn't) blow up! LOL I've also been training myself to run it at higher revvs (stay in a gear longer) to get away from that gawdawful whine ... seems to be working. I've also stopped wearing my half helmet and staying with the 3/4 as that cuts out a lot of the engine noises. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeS Posted July 21, 2009 Share #6 Posted July 21, 2009 I just put in some Mob 1, 20W 50W V-Twin oil. No particular reason, just decided to give it a try, as was going on 4 day trip. Anyway, the engine on the 89 does seem a little quieter with the heavier Oil. ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davecb Posted July 21, 2009 Share #7 Posted July 21, 2009 Just turn up the stereo !!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
footsie Posted July 21, 2009 Share #8 Posted July 21, 2009 My 2000 was the noisiest engine on a venture I have ever heard. My 2004 is one the quietest motorcycle engine I have had. After I changed to the mobil 4t racing 10-40, it super quiet for a venture. Gregg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlh3rd Posted July 21, 2009 Share #9 Posted July 21, 2009 i wondered what that ticking noise on startup was Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverdeer0454 Posted July 21, 2009 Share #10 Posted July 21, 2009 i wondered what that ticking noise on startup was I believe it's the fuel pump(s) that make that clicking noise, especially when turning on the ignition key for the first time for the day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilvrT Posted July 21, 2009 Share #11 Posted July 21, 2009 I believe it's the fuel pump(s) that make that clicking noise, especially when turning on the ignition key for the first time for the day. no, that's not the noise I was referring to ... the ticking happens AFTER the engine has started. Fuel pump has already done it's thing and generally, it only ticks for a couple seconds ... usually around 3-5 ticks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boominup Posted July 21, 2009 Share #12 Posted July 21, 2009 It takes a little while for the oil pressure to snug up the cam chain tensioners and then the noise goes away. All of the oil from the top drains down into the pan overnight and it just takes a little while to get around to the topside. Mine has done that since day it but it always quiets down. I usually leave it at a slow idle till it levels off, then I take off with it. It worried me also when I first got it but now it's second nature. Don't forget, many of these beasts in our forum are in the 6 figures for mileage and the noise is still present without any problems. Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art708 Posted July 21, 2009 Share #13 Posted July 21, 2009 I traded an '07 Stratoliner for my RSTD. This bike is QUIET in comparison. I thought the Strat was gonna bang and knock itself to pieces....noisiest bike I ever owned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilvrT Posted July 21, 2009 Share #14 Posted July 21, 2009 I got the RK's on mine ... they sound good but I'm going to drill them out for a bit more "volume". That, along with the tunes, a 3/4 helmet, and running at higher revvs should all but drown out any bothersome engine noises LOL ... now what to do with that whine commin from the back seat??? (hope she doesn't read this post ... sorry darlin... I'm just joshin) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Bullet Posted July 22, 2009 Share #15 Posted July 22, 2009 I think the ticking noise is the lifters.. It normal from thise mtr. makes you think the mtr. is going to thrash. it won't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boominup Posted July 22, 2009 Share #16 Posted July 22, 2009 I got the RK's on mine ... they sound good but I'm going to drill them out for a bit more "volume". That, along with the tunes, a 3/4 helmet, and running at higher revvs should all but drown out any bothersome engine noises LOL ... now what to do with that whine commin from the back seat??? (hope she doesn't read this post ... sorry darlin... I'm just joshin) On these RSVs, what resides on the back seat is the 2 up "Rev Limiter"!! It usually kicks in at about 4500-5000 RPMs and intensifies with the RPMs. When I ride alone, I can make it kick in at about 7500 RPMs. Only sweet engine noises!! Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilvrT Posted July 22, 2009 Share #17 Posted July 22, 2009 I think the ticking noise is the lifters.. It normal from thise mtr. makes you think the mtr. is going to thrash. it won't. lifters? assuming that were true, then wouldn't one hear more than one thing ticking? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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