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Cam chain runs down and around the crankshaft, it could be that clattering against its tensioner blade.
Best start at the top and work down if you need to.

Anything going downwards through the chain tunnel would have to have started in the cam covers, so pull them off and have a look.

Sorry to hear about your misfortune mate. Listen to the guys on here and they'll sort you.

Welcome to the forum Darren - commiserations on what sounds like the dreaded CCT initiation, on the bright side it didn't grenade completely, or far from home. This place is a fab resource of info & support - you're in good company

Welcome Darren, Best of luck with the engine fix

Another guy thanking Honda for their "wonderfully designed CCT's"