spear the cat

[Mark Olson]

OK , I am thinking chain or wheel bearings . put it on the center stand with trans in neutral and turn the wheel by hand and see if it makes the noise. If no then look at swingarm brgs and shock mounting . If yes , try spraying wd -40 on the chain as you rotate the wheel . If the nose is still there change your wheel bearings . there are 3 for the rear wheel 1 in the cush drive and 2 in the wheel. If noise is gone get a  new chain.

[Hoppity]

Think I might have traced the squeak. When I took the tank off, I noticed that the rubbers on the lugs that locate the tanks had rotated (presumably I was not careful enough when putting the tank on last time) and possibly allowied metal to metal contact. I have a Baglux tank cover which was firmly holding the tank in place, but obviously allowing it to vibrate a bit under motion. I have just been for a ride and the noise seems to have disappeared. Fingers crossed that it stays gone.

Guys, thanks for your help and suggestions. And I now know all about spearing the cat!

[Pat Conlon]

Yep, those rubber tank collars rotate. A couple of dabs of rtv and new zip ties are the ticket.

Good detective work!

Spearing the cat is a sacred rite of passage for FJ owners....welcome to the tribe!

[Mark Olson]

well alright then , tank rubbers were the source... better than the chain or brgs.