Click after rolling off throttle

[Guest]

This year I've noticed an audible click that seems to come from the left side of the engine of my 80 GS550L when I roll off the throttle to shift. It's one of those things where I'm not sure if it was there before but I've noticed it this year and now I hear it all the time.

Doesn't seem to happen at very low engine speeds but I can hear it in just about every gear until the wind is so loud I can't hear the motor anymore.

Anyone have any ideas of this has all been in my head or what it might be?

[jbthomp]

The only thing i can think of is something to do with the chain. Check and see if it is too loose. Also it would not be a bad idea to check the front sprocket nut to make sure it hasn't backed off. When i first got my 550 the front sprocket nut was only finger tight, so they can back off.

[Nitronate]

To put some closure to this thread, jbthomp was spot on. Worn chain and sprockets. Replaced them all as a set and I'm back running like a champ again.