[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by jbfla

...If it is the clutch bearings, wouldn't the sound change when the clutch lever is pulled in, or when the clutch is engaged when in gear?

It doesn't change in frequency or pitch when going through the gears....

The sound would not necessarily change that much.

I mentioned the clutch bearings as the potential problem, because others have had this problem, and checking for this problem requires the least amount of work. I doubt you would even need to replace the gasket for the clutch cover. However, you would need a clutch holder and a torque wrench.

Since the local shops won't touch your bike, I think you are also justified to ask CSC to find a 'local' shop which is willing to work on your RX3.

If I were not on the other side of the country, I would certainly come by and help you, JB. I don't know for certain what is causing the noise. However, I'm sure a partial disassembly of the engine will reveal the problem.