Clanking noise when firing up and shutting off??

[2000Warrior]

I just bought a 2000(atleast I think so) Warrior 350 and when I start it up it makes some clanking noises down by the starter or shifter side area. I don't know if it's bad or not but the machine still runs perfect. It starts up right away, no smoke, idles great, and just runs great. And, when I shut it off it makes some noise also. Like a quick, CLANK. Is the motor just kinda backfiring or?? It only makes the noise while shutting if off sometimes, not always. The start up noise is there everytime. And, like i said,the engine doesn't make any ticking noises or anything while its running. I'm hoping it's nothing serious.

 

[elwood]

sounds like the starter clutch, mine has done it for over 5yrs. One day it will go out

 

[Perry3182]

Run your VIN# here http://www.motoverse.com/tools/vin/yamaha.asp. You'll get your year.

 

[Jason350]

My 94 has done that since I got it in Jan. I hope mine last 5yrs. Lol

 

[2000Warrior]

Well so far it sounds like I should be fine until it goes out. I was looking on youtube and even some of the start up vids on there had the same noise I am hearing. Thanks guys! Great forum!

 

[2000Warrior]

Also, that website isn't giving me a year. Here's my Vin code from the frame below the engine on the clutch side. JY43GDW00YA289991

 

[elwood]

Also, that website isn't giving me a year. Here's my Vin code from the frame below the engine on the clutch side. JY43GDW00YA289991

I just put your vin# in and got this

2000 YAMAHA YFM350X

VIN:
JY43GDW00YA289991


World region:
Asia


Manufactured in:
Japan


Year:
2000


Make:
Yamaha


Model:
YFM350X


Body style:
All Terrain


Drive type:
RWD

 

[2000Warrior]

Thanks! When I tried it nothing came up?? Thanks anyways!