2022 CB500X – Metallic Ticking Noise Only When Engine Is Hot
Hi everyone. I have a 2022 Honda CB500X with around 49,000 km.
When the engine is cold, it starts and sounds normal. After riding for about 10–15 minutes and reaching operating temperature, a metallic ticking noise starts to appear, especially at idle and low RPM.
So far, my mechanic has:
- Checked and adjusted the valve clearances.
- Replaced the cam chain.
- Replaced the automatic cam chain tensioner.
- Rechecked the valve clearances after the repair and replaced one shim.
The cam chain and tensioner were replaced only about 500 km ago, but the noise is still present and lately seems more noticeable.
The noise does not change when I pull the clutch lever.
Has anyone experienced this same hot-engine ticking on a CB500X? If so, did you find the cause?
I’ve uploaded several videos showing the noise here: