Engine Noise???

[SSearchVT]

Hi everyone,
First post here, and getting back into riding after a long time off. I have a 2002 CBR 600f4i with 7000 miles. When warmed up and under load I hear a rattling noise at about 4500 to 5000 rpm's. My fear is that this is the cam chain tensioner going south (or that I am going insane, and hearing things). Anyone with experience on this please help if you can.

Thanks in advance...

[Degsy]

Cam chain tensioner is going south.

Not a big deal, just replace it or see if Honda will do it on warranty.

derek

[SSearchVT]

Thanks for the response. The parts are on order (cam chain lift and gasket) and should be here in about 1 week. No warrenty, I am the second owner, and it is over a year old. Didn't hurt to ask though. Now the magic question. How concerned should I be about riding the bike making this noise?

Thanks in advance.

[Degsy]

Don't be concerned, it's not a big deal as long as the noise isn't getting crazy loud.

derek

[Nikon]

Scott - click me

[SSearchVT]

Yup, that was it. $60 ish in parts and the noise is gone. I think the whole job would have gone much faster if I hadn't dropped the lower bolt down into the bike. DOHHH!! Oh well, at least I know how to take the fairing off now... Thanks for the help.