berggren7

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Today I had someone like at my bike regarding the ripping/tearing sound that I had mentioned in a thread a few days ago. Based on his knowledge he was positive that it was my stem valves. He told me that I need my valve stems re-adjusted. Has anyone else had this problem or needed this fixed in the past? What should I expect to have it fixed? I believe that my year warranty is expired so I cant rely on that.

The sound doesnt bother me, altough it gets louder the higher the rpms. i just dont know if It something serious that i should get fixed to avoid engine damage, i had my last oil change probably 300 miles ago, i take great care of it, but i do ride it hard. It only makes the sound past 12000. 12000 doesnt seem too high considering this thing redlines at 16500 and its designed for these speeds. definalty not the chain, it sounds more like its coming from the engine/exhaust. Any ideas of who can I have check this out in the columbus area that wont charge me a wack-ass price? Thanks for the replies

Just created an account, heard ohio riders is a cool group so I figured "why not"? Ive had my zx6 for just over a year, I love it. Im from Columbus. Just like everyone else here I cant wait to ride...stuntin is a habit

I ride a stock 2008 zx6r. I have noticed that my bike makes a ripping/tearing sound when my engine is running at high rpms (12,000+) It doesnt seem to be affecting the performance, it runs fine. I am pretty sure that it wasnt making this sound durring my first 6000 miles or so. Any suggestions on what this could be? I would greatly appreciate any tips