09-15-2017, 05:29 AM | #211 |
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Kind of an update of sorts. Currently trying to track down an odd buzzy noise I get from my front end that only shows itself after braking and/or compressing the front end, and only makes the noise when starting to roll, not with engine RPM. It almost sounds like a plastic gear grinding, which is odd.
I am going to investigate this issue while also looking into investigating the mild head shake that I am starting to get past 45mph. It's VERY slight, but I don't like to leave things to chance. Initially I thought it was the front tire, but after changing to the 705's it's still there. I have a feeling the stem nut may have worked its way loose, so I am going to go ahead and take my front end apart just to be safe. I might take the time to go ahead and swap out to the taper bearings.
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09-16-2017, 12:24 PM | #212 |
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Can't recall; do you still have a cable speedometer? If so, I recommend disconnecting the speedometer cable from the wheel to see if the noise stops.
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09-16-2017, 09:42 PM | #213 |
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No, I have had the digital tach cluster since day 1.
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09-16-2017, 11:35 PM | #214 |
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Is it the old Speedo gear in the wheel? I have heard something like you say and think thats it in my case. Have just let it go.
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09-16-2017, 11:52 PM | #215 | |
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I haven't been able to find it, but I have noticed that I can make the sound stop with light brake pressure. I think my next task will be to take the caliper apart and see if maybe one of my pads isn't returning all the way/getting stuck, and vibrating. It's odd to me that it only happens with suspension compression, but I have seen weirder things before... The caliper bolts are all tight, so either I knocked one of the pads out of alignment or possibly damaged one with the rotor when I put the wheel back on.
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09-17-2017, 12:30 AM | #216 |
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One other thought, look for broken weld points since they can develop a buzz sound on and off just like a switch depending on the angle of the bike etc.
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09-17-2017, 12:45 AM | #217 |
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I had actually thought of this and looked at the frame welds, but I saw nothing. Plus it's interesting that the sound literally started after swapping on new tires. There was no gap. Plus, it almost sounds like a plastic rubbing sound. I am sure it's something simple/stupid. I just have to find it.
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09-17-2017, 10:48 AM | #218 |
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I've have that same sound vibration on my 2017 hawk mine only seems to do it when I first start out in the morning when i go down the big hill in my front yard after that it goes away.
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09-17-2017, 11:43 AM | #219 |
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Front fender bolts tight? Something get stuck between fender?
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09-18-2017, 02:22 AM | #220 |
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head light vibrating in the plastic shroud...
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09-18-2017, 10:32 AM | #221 |
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It is definitely in the rotating assembly but i can't pin point what's causing it.
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09-19-2017, 02:04 AM | #222 | |
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do the calipers have anti chatter shims ? ..
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09-19-2017, 03:46 AM | #223 |
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Finally tracked it down. I had to ride around in a parking lot without my helmet on to pinpoint it, and also learn that it was unrelated to suspension compression. My schuberth is so quiet that I simply didn't hear it until it got loud enough.
Anyway, it was one of the brake pads getting partially stuck in place and chattering. I took the caliper apart, cleaned and lubed everything that needed it, and deglazed the pads. Bled the system and went for a ride voila, no more buzz. My front brakes also feel a lot stronger on the initial bite than before, so likely this was a problem slowly in the making. I never bothered with the calipers during assembly...figures lol. I will do the rear this weekend just to be safe.
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09-20-2017, 07:25 PM | #224 |
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having the same problem with loud vibration of front pad rotor. will give this a try.
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09-20-2017, 10:43 PM | #225 | |
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