(Engine start up) clicking sound normal?

[Zerolife33]

I'm afraid I'm getting the same clicking sound at startup... FML. Just hit 69K miles and it's been clicking for about a week now. Trying to get a video uploaded to see what you all think on here.

I have an after market exhaust so it's a bit harder to hear, but I'm almost positive it's identical to the clicking sound in your video

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[Ducati1098]

I have an after market exhaust so it's a bit harder to hear, but I'm almost positive it's identical to the clicking sound in your video

Nah, that sounds like a big exhaust leak. Not cam phasers

 

[Iceman62]

Easiest way to check for exhaust leaks is (1) bottle of soapy solution, or (2) candle/lighter (flame).

 

[Zerolife33]

Nah, that sounds like a big exhaust leak. Not cam phasers

I've looked up and down the exhaust and there's nothing wrong with it. Plus I meant to say it was a muffler back after market exhaust. The rest is stock/never touched. It's the "clicking" sound that's the newest sound I've been hearing.

 

[Zerolife33]

Easiest way to check for exhaust leaks is (1) bottle of soapy solution, or (2) candle/lighter (flame).

I'll give the soap a try later tonight, but like I said to the other guy.... I haven't seen anything on the exhaust at all. The "clicking" is the newest sound. Also the clicking goes away after a minute or two/warms up. Wouldn't the sound stick around if it was an exhaust leak?

 

[Iceman62]

I'll give the soap a try later tonight, but like I said to the other guy.... I haven't seen anything on the exhaust at all. The "clicking" is the newest sound. Also the clicking goes away after a minute or two/warms up. Wouldn't the sound stick around if it was an exhaust leak?

Yes, but exhaust leaks can disappear too, as they heat-up. I'd rule it out first, then go to dealer & have them assess.

 

[Ducati1098]

I'll give the soap a try later tonight, but like I said to the other guy.... I haven't seen anything on the exhaust at all. The "clicking" is the newest sound. Also the clicking goes away after a minute or two/warms up. Wouldn't the sound stick around if it was an exhaust leak?

Phaser rattle only lasts for 3-5 seconds in 99.9% of cases. So if the sound you're hearing is lasting a few minutes, that would also lead me to believe it's something else.

 

[Zerolife33]

Phaser rattle only lasts for 3-5 seconds in 99.9% of cases. So if the sound you're hearing is lasting a few minutes, that would also lead me to believe it's something else.

Appreciate yours and Icemans input. I'm really hoping it is something else ... Keep your fingers crossed for me. I very much rather it be exhaust related.

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