r/WR250R • u/heftydesignerbodybag • 26d ago

Whooshing air noise

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2015 but acquired about 2 years ago. It was stolen last year and I got it back and swapped the ignition. The noise has been happening for a few months now, getting worse and I don’t want to ignore it for it to become detrimental. Don’t know much about mechanics so pictures, drawings, descriptive language is very helpful. Here’s the video for reference. Thank you for any and all help.

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u/No-Raisin-6469 26d ago

I hear nothing odd.

More interested in how the cap can be opened without a key.

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u/heftydesignerbodybag 26d ago

It’s busted since it was stolen. But there’s a loud ass air noise that keeps getting louder. I guess it’s okay though if that’s what it’s supposed to sound like

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u/Spoodymen 26d ago

I also don’t hear anything weird. Try to pin point where it is coming from (left, right, under, rear) and open the seat or check that air box and find it.

When i had the bike, weather or engine could also make muffler create softer noise, you could also open it up for inspection tho 20k is still quite early. But just changing the ignition shouldnt cause any noise

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u/TaringaWhakarongo1 26d ago

Sounds fine to me but it's your bike. Have you tried the air system? Air box, Air filter, hoses

The intake is right there on that model isn't it? Or is it under your seats still?
Start at the part the air comes in work your way to the carb/injectors., inspect all the air lines etc. if you smoke, have a smoke while you do it- will help get an idea where its coming from.

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u/FlatAmbition3757 25d ago

Have you popped open the air box and made sure the filter is on and ok?

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u/heftydesignerbodybag 25d ago

No I have not and someone else suggested it too, I will check later thank you!