Hey everyone! I'm happy to be a new owner of a 2004 FJR ABS. I bought it from a guy who owned it it's whole life and supplied every bit of paperwork from every service it's whole life. The bike is in perfect condition but has developed an odd sound recently and I'm not sure what it could be. At first I was thinking exhaust leak, but it seems to be intermittent and at times it changes and sounds a little different or louder. It definitely seems most noticeable at idle and somewhat goes away above 2-3k rpm. When I downshift however, if rev matched, it sounds almost like it's sparking. I captured both sounds in the video attached. The sparking sound is much worse when out riding and downshifting. I'd like to figure it out on my own if possible, but am willing and ready to take it in if need be. The bike also has a hard time starting randomly. I'll get on the bike, go to start it and it turns over but doesn't start. It'll take maybe 3 tries and then starts. Sometimes it kicks right over and starts perfectly. Not sure what these could be, but any help is appreciated. Can't wait for big adventures on this bike in the future. Ride safe!
