Topic: Could this be the cause of the metal in my oil pain?

[arncruz]

I was going through the parts of the engine when I saw this on the cam chain tensioner.  Is this normal wear and tear or is this a sign the cam chain is loose or not properly tensioned and should I get a new one (not cheap BTW!).  I also noticed a lip or ridge on one side of the center gear shift fork.  I included pictures of both. 

[LesterPiglet]

The cam chain should never touch the metal of the tensioner. Either the tensioner was installed wrong or the chain was slack.
It shouldn't need replaced.

[arncruz]

Lester, you think the tensioner should be okay then?  Should I change the Cam chain tensioner blade which is only $40 as oppose to the whole assembly which is over $200. 

[LesterPiglet]

Yes, if the blade is worn replace it. You only need to change the tensioner if it doesn't work anymore.

[ekpent]

Does look like a pretty funky area up at the top of the fork     Lets see what the 550 guys suggest as to the cause.

[dave500]

if the bottom of the tentioner has been miscued and missed its little locating well it will rub on the primary damper/starter clutch housing like this one has been.