Definite Click noise upon acc/decel

[yuwan63755]

Hi:
While I am aware the Vulcan 900 is a noisy beast, I was wondering if someone could tell me the origination of the "click" noise , apparently at front of engine upon acceleration/deceleration of throttle. It sounds like a throttle slide; however, I am not sure if this is normal. It is a single click sound and is readily apparent while standing still.
Just looking to ensure I do not have a bike 2008 900LT with a peculiar noise that I should do something about.
Thanks,
John

[Hartless]

Check the chain Just a thought Gets noisy as hell if it is loose. Not sure if you have a chain though

[yuwan63755]

No chain. 900LT is belt driven and noise is coming from throttle entry into engine.

[sisooktom]

It's a solenoid of some sort. Not sure of the particulars, though the clicking is normal.

[yuwan63755]

I figured it was something that was normal; however, I just wanted to ensure that was the case. Thanks for your information.
John

[kc6wfs]

I think it's for the air pump for smog junk. it clicks when you let off the gas.
Normal...

[Scorpius01]

It is the check valve for the air pump.

[vmuth]

I hear that sound once and awhile also when you punch and let go of the throttle. Must be some seloniod are something with the FI.

[wild_deuce03]

I've been told it's normal but it does get annoying. I hear it all the time. From the time I turn the bike on until I turn it off.

[yuwan63755]

Thanks so much for the specific information. Glad to know the sound is normal, although a bit annoying at times. Again, many thanks.
John

[jac4xt]

I heard from the dealer that it is something in the fuel injection and is completely normal. Mine does it too.

[Kawabichons]

Mine does this as well - Dealer said had to do with Emissions control of the FI - Normal.

[Alf]

Mine does this as well - Dealer said had to do with Emissions control of the FI - Normal.

+1000

[yuwan63755]

Scott:
Thanks for your information. I figured this was normal and probably compounded with CA emissions. Again, thanks.
John

[raiste]

I've had my 900 for about 2 weeks now, and I just noticed this same noise for the first time this morning. So I did a few searches and found this thread. Saved me a trip to the dealer. Thanks guys.



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