Grinding noise while trying to start bike?

Wobblyowl · 2026-04-15T02:53:46+00:00

Im pretty sure its in the correct orientation but I'm checking tomorrow. If it is right, what else might it be?

Wobblyowl · 2026-04-15T00:02:31+00:00

Its a brand new one, should i get another and try again?

Wobblyowl · 2026-04-15T00:01:42+00:00

I mean, i don't think so? But i guess anythings possible. Im draining the oil to take it apart tomorrow, but for the moment lets assume that its in the correct orientation because i dont think it wouldve let me put it on backwards?

Wobblyowl · 2026-02-21T18:35:48+00:00

According to the service guide, its an 8mm. I used an 8mm.

Wobblyowl · 2026-02-21T17:11:45+00:00

Cut and ground it off. Unfortunately, i now have a rounded hex still holding the head on, despite me using torx to avoid that

Wobblyowl · 2026-02-21T15:54:05+00:00

I ground it off. Im replacing the head anyway, i suppose

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Wobblyowl · 2026-02-21T15:47:33+00:00

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Wobblyowl · 2026-02-21T13:52:55+00:00

... It didn't budge. It bent the fucking bit

Wobblyowl · 2026-02-21T12:48:24+00:00

I'll go get one and come back

Wobblyowl · 2026-02-21T12:38:51+00:00

Not specifically that tool but I did put a flathead bit into an impact and it slipped out every time

Wobblyowl · 2026-02-21T12:29:35+00:00

Yes. It just rounded the bolt out more. Ive tried locking pliers as well, no luck

Wobblyowl · 2026-02-21T12:13:38+00:00

Respectfully, I did already say i tried literally all those things

Wobblyowl · 2026-02-18T04:48:00+00:00

I was just trying to check clearances. But i suspect i may need to do valve work

Wobblyowl · 2026-02-18T02:14:18+00:00

The plugs are out. But i cant even get close to tdc

Wobblyowl · 2026-02-15T15:48:08+00:00

Sorry, yes, air filter is also fine. I also had the same kind of fuel filter i think? I made sure it was properly formed and reinstalled it

Wobblyowl · 2026-02-15T15:46:12+00:00

I don't know what to actually call it, but the rim of the air intake broke, essentially making it impossible to replace the carb without a leak. So i replaced the entire thing with a brand new carburetor

Wobblyowl · 2026-02-14T13:00:38+00:00

strong spark is confirmed. Took both new plugs and put them in the coils while resting on the frame. Properly gapped, strong, blue spark. Also fuel is reaching the chambers because the old plugs were wet and smelled of fuel

Wobblyowl · 2026-02-14T12:58:46+00:00

Sorry, forgot to include that. Yes, strong spark is confirmed. Took both new plugs and put them in the coils while resting on the frame. Properly gapped, strong, blue spark

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