From various posts throughout the years it always seems like Honda UK is really shitty compared to Honda USA and, Honda Japan.
Update from OP?
Is the noise there immediately at start up or does it start a few moments after starting?
Thank you for providing factual information.
Your problem is that you are looking for facts. There are none, yet.
Yes, "it has something to do with the well documented weakness of the 2010 engines.". How much more specific do you want?
Because the cause of failure is not known .
Yes, Honda recalled motorcycles with problems. That's not related to the assumptions the OP is making.
So without knowing the facts about what caused the failure and the very real chance the problem is the result of poor servicing you feel it's OK...
I have this installed on my VFR1200 and it works excellent.
Yikes! Missed that.
OP, if you are not, you might consider registering on VFRD. It's a much more active forum for discussion of the 7th gen. Plenty of us showing...
You have a comprehension problem.
No, really, it was a UK only recall. USA motorcycles were not effected.
Because it was UK only issue.
Separate names with a comma.