My 2015 PCX makes a grinding noise at startup then goes away

[TXpcx]

I'm not sure if grinding noise is the right way of putting it. The sound seems to be coming from the rear of the engine/trans and sounds like friction of some sort, the bike is on the center stand when I start it. It goes away after the engine warms up and I drive off. Is this normal? Is it the CVT that makes this noise? My bike is almost out of warranty and has only about 200 miles on it.

[waspmike]

Try putting it on the ground to stop the rear wheel turning and start from cold again. See if the result is the same. Then go for a spirited ride where you start from a stop aggressively and ride fast. Then the next day try again. If it still makes the same noise take it to the dealer.

[iceman]

Some people have noise from start-off to do with the clutch/belt due to glazing or worn bearings, but the engine and drive should be almost purring if idling and not in motion. I would take it to the dealer whilst you still have warranty as that does not sound good.