550 Nighthawk Engine Tick

The original thread is located here.

http://groups.google.ca/group/rec.m...a290d?q=cb550sc&rnum=1&hl=en#f9dc15ca31ea290d

Ok, it's been awhile but I have finally recieved and installed the new
lash adjusters. I bled them according to my shop manual and put
everything back the way it's supposed to be. Wouldn't you know it, the
tick is still there.

I have no idea where to go from here. Is it possible that the valves
are damaged or the clearances are out anyway? I really have no idea
what the sound could be. If anyone has any ideas on what the problem
may be they would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks
Matt

 

The tick is really consistent though, I thought that a cam chain or
chain tensioner problem would be more of a rattle at lower rpms? I
guess its possible.

Would wear on the chain have to be visable or would I have to take it
out to see if its worn and/or damaged?

Also I guess I would have to tear down the engine engine (ie remove the
head) to change the cam chain tensioner. I have seen that bit in the
book but I can't remember right now.

Thanks
Matt