Noise on Start-Up

[Buttsy]

Have a question for thems in the know! I have a 2011 RT-S SM5 with about 2500 miles on it. Oil level as checked via the manual protocol is bang on, the dealer completed the 600 mile service and of course it is not due yet for any additional service.

When it has sat for 2-3 days and I first start it the motor is noisy. Kinda sounds like is is "dry starting" on the top end with no oil to lubricate. It goes away quickly (3-5 seconds) but if it sits for a couple days that first start it will do it again. If it is started on the same day after it has run, be it hot or cold no noise sounds perfect.

My BRP ATV (2009 Outlander 800 Rotax V-Twin) was similar but not as noisy as the Spyder. Is this typical of a Rotax motor or should I be concerned? Does the Rotax drain oil out of the top end differently then other V Twins leading to this noise or dry start? Do others experience similar motor noise? It has lots of warranty of course so not "really" worried but just like some feedback!

Appreciate the thoughts in Advance:thumbup:

 

[NancysToy]

That is typical for the Spyder. If you think that is bad, you should hear my BMW.

 

[Bob Denman]

:agree: They can sound about like a trayful of dishes getting thrown down the cellar stairs... :shocked:

 

[Buttsy]

:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: thanks gents, thought it was normal just wanted a few extra opinions!

 

[Arr MiHardies]

Really? I don't hear any of this when I start it.

 

[Guzzi]

Really? I don't hear any of this when I start it.

Check the batteries in your hearing aide's! Mine 2012 RT sounds like a thrashing machine, after several years on a Goldwing. But it is what it is! :yikes:

 

[Buttsy]

Check the batteries in your hearing aide's! Mine 2012 RT sounds like a thrashing machine, after several years on a Goldwing. But it is what it is! :yikes:

Compared to a Wing the Spyder will always sound like a thrashing machine.:roflblack: However after the initial noise on start-up I will take the sound of the V-Twin Rotax all day long!:doorag:


Thrashing Machine, brings up memories as a kid watching my Grandfather "bringin in the crops".Thanks for that............

 

[Bob Denman]

Really? I don't hear any of this when I start it.

Arr,
When did you last clean the wax out of your ears?? :shocked: :roflblack: :joke: