821 - Noise From Bike...needs New Shock!

Discussion in 'Hypermotard' started by spr0ut, Jun 8, 2015.

  1. Exploratory/warning thread for 821 owners!
    Ever since I bought the bike in 2013, I can remember hearing a strange noise once parked up. I is a short groan sound, very short. Though it was either fuel breather, or shock settling or something. Seemed to be fine to ride, no issues so thought nothing about it.

    Come last week I discover a puddle of shock oil on the bottom of the mount, and all over the wheel. Cleaned it up and over night, same thing. It has completely shit itself. The seal must be VERY busted.
    As still under warranty, it will be getting this either rebuilt/replaced depending on diagnosis.

    Anyone else had a shock die early (9k miles) or has heard this groaning noise? Am thinking the groaning is the air going into the shock but don't know if it is connected for sure. There certainly wasn't the volume of oil anywhere on the front of the bike for as long a period of time as the noise has been going on for.
     
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    #2 Hyperextended, Jun 13, 2015
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  3. My 2014 does the same. I think it has to do with suspension as well as it give a little 'groan' when it comes off its side stand. Will have to keep an eye on the shock
     
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