KernowNZ

Hi, something that I found on the 2001 V11 I recently purchased was related to the two drain holes under the tank. One was completely blocked and took a while to clear out. The two rubber hoses were very hard, split and one had fallen off. I replaced them with new ones. As fuel could drain out of them, it would go onto the top of the engine which is why I mention it. Cheers Jody

Hi, I have just checked with a magnet as @docc suggested and it is aluminum. Thanks again for all the input. Cheers Jody

Hi everyone, Thanks for the further replies. @Lucky Phil, I just took the inspection cover off and took a couple of photos which should be attached. There is a pen mark visible. It it possible to tell much from the photos? I have messaged cash1000. Cheers Jody

Hi docc and MartyNZ, Thank you both for your replies. That certainly makes me feel better about the clutch noise. I am in Napier. The bike was first registered in Christchurch (2001) and I purchased it mid last year near Nelson. I think it has always been in the South Island. I am the 5th owner. I have done some maintenance and parts replacements, as some original parts were missing like the headlight and indicators. The back tail piece was also damaged from a luggage frame. Gutsibits and ebay have been a good source for most parts. I will see if I can get in touch with cash1000. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge. Cheers Jody

Hi everyone, I have recently purchased the bike with 52,000 kms (New Zealand). I have ridden it a few times and it seems great. It is my first V11. One thing that I am worried about is the noise of the clutch. When the clutch is pulled in there is no noise, but when it is out it sounds like a large metal bar tapping on a metal plate. To me it seems very loud. I have read a variety of forum posts about this single plate clutch in this model and the issues of the flywheel cracking. The previous owner couldn't say much about the history of the bike before him, only what he had done during the 5 years he owned it. A clutch was not part of it. The clutch housing looks like it has been sealed in the past as there is grey sealant smeared around a bit, but I really don't know. As the bike has done 52,000 kms and is 23 years old, what is the likelihood that the clutch has been dealt with in the past? I really don't know. I am gathering from the forum information that this bike would have a single plate clutch due to the sound. Do I understand this correctly? What would you recommend doing if it were your bike? I have uploaded a video of the sound Thanks for your help and input.