Breita

Hi Fellow Forum Members, yes I’m a Newbie (so be kind… lol).  Within the past 2 years I’ve started riding, acquiring and repairing Honda ATVs.  I’m “self teaching” how to repair them from YouTube.  I currently have 4 (three Foreman = ‘02-‘04 TRX400FW & TRX450FM 4x4 and one ‘98 Recon TRX250 2X4).  My question:  Is it normal for Hondas “to tick”?  All three Foremans have ticking sound… valves have been adjusted (compression improved but ticking persists).  Any suggestions as to other causes or fixes?  Video/audio of ‘04 TRX400FW is attached.  Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated!

Yes, I’m a Newbie to this forum, (so be kind… lol).  I’ve owned my ‘03 250 4x4 for 2 years… had to do a top end rebuild when first acquired.  I’ve also had to adjust the valves twice already and they need adjusting again.  I only ride periodically because the ATV is at a vacation home and not used year round.  My question:  Is it normal to have to adjust the valves every year?  I recently adjusted the valves this past summer and now the compression is 35psi (with no start).  I just started riding off road and am “self teaching” repairs from YouTube.  Any advice is greatly appreciated!