That's how Honda listed the part on my estimate. Not really a timing
chain. I believe there are 2 chains in the motor. The cam chain, in the
top end, not really a big job, this is what I *thought* was making the
noise. The acg chain, in the bottom end, connects the crankshaft to the
(ac) generator, hence the name...I guess.
Motor has to come off, case split, total teardown. Honda estimated the
parts to be around $900, but I'm going to check everything when it's
apart.
I thought about parting the bike, but it's in really nice shape, hate
to have it become one of those list of parts you see on eb@y ;) ,
they're nice, rare bikes. How much $$$ could I recoup by
parting, ya know? I bought it for $2600, the guy I bought from says he
heard the noise, but didn't think it was bad. It's still fast as hell,
but I won't ride it as I'm afraid the chain will let go, and really
damage the motor, or worse. So I figure if I have to spend $1000
to fix it, maybe I could sell for $2500, netting me $1500. Could I
total $1500 in parts if I just broke it up? Don't know. Plastics
are perfect, tires new.
Ken
1988 Hurricane CBR1000F, Monza Red / Shadow Blue
mint condition, Corbin gunfighter seat, Pathblazer headlight modulator