Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Mon Jun 13, 2022 5:37 pm
I checked out mg cycles and it turns out, I already had an account on there. I ordered a clutch cable for the V7i used to have. Anyway, I signed up to get notified whenever they have the actual part I need back in stock.
Pete Roper GRiSO Capo
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Tue Jun 14, 2022 4:10 am
Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Tue Jun 14, 2022 4:10 am
Whoops! Think this is the wrong thread sorry.
TonyL2027 Grignapoco
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Tue Jun 14, 2022 3:18 pm
Hi, thanks for the tip. I was able to get the dB Killer on back order from MG Cycles.
TonyL2027 Grignapoco
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Thu Jun 16, 2022 4:18 pm
Off topic but I wanted to ask here. If I need to get this roller cam kit, I take it it's the type a that I want for my bike?
Pete Roper GRiSO Capo
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Thu Jun 16, 2022 5:09 pm
It's a 2012 isn't it? In that case it will be an 'A' kit bike. The way to be certain is to remove the rocker cover and see if it has the circular gasket around the plug tube between the rocker cover and top of the cambox.
If it is still a flat tappet engine I cannot impress strongly enough how important it is to get it rollerised ASAP.
TonyL2027 Grignapoco
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Thu Jun 16, 2022 5:15 pm
I'm going to take a cover off this weekend and share it with you all.
TonyL2027 Grignapoco
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Thu Jun 16, 2022 5:18 pm
If I remove the cover, do I need to replace the gasket??
Pete Roper GRiSO Capo
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Thu Jun 16, 2022 6:24 pm
No, it's unlikely you will have to. Needless to say if you don't have a spare on hand it is more likely to leak afterwards! But no, it should be fine. As I sad though, DO NOT pull the plug caps off from above until they have been levered off the plug from below with a screwdriver through the cooling tunnel in the head. Grabbing, tugging and twisting them will almost certainly damage them and although easily and cheaply replaced with NGK alternatives the originals are fine if they aren't abused.
TonyL2027 Grignapoco
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Fri Jun 17, 2022 1:36 am
Thanks Peter! I watched your video last night and it helped me be a bit more confident in getting the cover off.
BowraBoy GRiSO Capo
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Fri Jun 17, 2022 2:40 pm
I had to have mine TIG welded and it did the trick. But please do yourself a favour and ensure that you check whether your bike has been rollerised and in the meanwhile ride it as little as possible. If it has not beern rollerised, get it done ASAP.
TonyL2027 Grignapoco
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Fri Jun 17, 2022 3:56 pm
I just pulled the right side cover off. I'll post pics in a few. Got no idea what I'm looking at!
lcjohnny GRiSO Capo
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Fri Jun 17, 2022 4:11 pm
TonyL2027 wrote:
I just pulled the right side cover off. I'll post pics in a few. Got no idea what I'm looking at!
see the pix on the thread i linked  GRiSO Ghetto thread "How to tell if your GRiSO has roller tappets [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.]
TonyL2027 Grignapoco
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Fri Jun 17, 2022 4:28 pm
It doesn't look like I have the roller cams based on your pictures.
Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Fri Jun 17, 2022 4:40 pm
Its not the cams but the cam-followers that run on them and push the rockers like very short push rods. Your first picture is the only one that shows these and it looks like they are 'flatties' . Â My commiserations
Look at the pictures on the string i linked again and photograph up close to the tank just to be sure. Then take a breath and follow @Pete Roper's guidance - it will need an 'A' kit to fix it.
DO NOT RIDE IT UNTIL THIS IS DONE. the fine metal particles coming off the followers are grinding paste for all the bits that run forever in a Guzzi
TonyL2027 Grignapoco
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Fri Jun 17, 2022 4:44 pm
UGH! Thanks man... getting the kit is one thing, I'm going to have to find someone able to do the work.
Pete Roper GRiSO Capo
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Fri Jun 17, 2022 4:48 pm
Yep. It's a flattie. As John says the only pic that allows you to see it is the first one.
Check out the pics in the thread he linked and you can clearly see difference in the two tappet types. And yes, it's an 'A' kit engine.
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Fri Jun 17, 2022 4:50 pm
TonyL2027 wrote:
UGH! Thanks man... getting the kit is one thing, I'm going to have to find someone able to do the work.
Bill will know who is competent in VA. I think Lannis recommended Winchester Motorsports as they did his Stelvio.
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TonyL2027 Grignapoco
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Fri Jun 17, 2022 5:05 pm
Winchester is not far from here, I could probably just trailer it there. I'll see if I can get a hold of him.
Thanks for everyones help. I'll get this done ASAP.
lcjohnny GRiSO Capo
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Fri Jun 17, 2022 5:10 pm
And Tony it is a very pretty GRiSO It will pay back
TonyL2027 Grignapoco
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Fri Jun 17, 2022 5:12 pm
Thanks Jon! I'll get it taken care of!
b3177h Grignapoco
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Sat Jun 18, 2022 4:44 am
Glad you took my advice on Reddit and posted here
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TonyL2027 Grignapoco
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Sat Jun 18, 2022 5:06 am
Yes! Thank you for the tip!
Bill Hagan GRiSO Capo
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Sat Jun 18, 2022 5:28 am
I think Lannis had it done at Moto Richmond [https://www.motorichmond.com], not WMS. Be that as it may, the latter is mammaries up and, sadly, long gone.
I, too, have had only positive -- albeit limited -- service experiences at MR.
I cannot speak personally about anything good, bad, or indifferent about the Arlington dealer -- which is close to Tony, but I have yet to hear a positive comment from the several folks who have. In fairness, most of those were on the sales side of the house.
Tony and I are going to chat on the phone at noon.
Bill
Pete Roper GRiSO Capo
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Subject: Re: 2012 GRiSO Engine Noise - Anyone know what this is? Sat Jun 18, 2022 5:43 am
Thanks Bill. He is a newbie who needs sage advice and a steady guiding hand.
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