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Apr 12, 2009 | 08:12 AM

BLACKFLST

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From: MAINE

Vibration

I just took the first ride of the season. And i have a bad vibration just off idle. Im thinking it might be because it is cold. It was a short ride through town. Maybe when it warms out side it wont be as bad.

Apr 12, 2009 | 08:29 AM

KBFXDLI

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My bike always rides rough until completely warmed up. Ride it 20 minutes minimum and put some fresh fuel in it.

Apr 12, 2009 | 08:46 AM

JohnAE

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How old is the gas and did you put stabilizer in the fuel when you parked it? As mentioned, putting new gas in it will probably solve the problem. My MC always runs bad after sitting for a few months. I also run a little carb. or fuel injector cleaner through every few tankfuls. I can't say I notice any real difference in performance after adding the cleaner with my motorcycles but really do with my cars. I figure it can't hurt.

Apr 12, 2009 | 11:36 AM

the blob

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what brand do you use? i may try that my self as ive never used any.

Apr 12, 2009 | 12:27 PM

KBFXDLI

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Try 2-3 oz of Chevron Techron with a full tank of fuel.

Apr 13, 2009 | 06:43 AM

BLACKFLST

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i took out all the old gas and put new gas in before i started the bike. i think im going to try a spacer on the front motmr mount like i see on other posts.

Apr 13, 2009 | 07:49 AM

drhooligan

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Quote:

Originally Posted by BLACKBXDBI

i took out all the old gas and put new gas in before i started the bike. i think im going to try a spacer on the front motmr mount like i see on other posts.

I put (2) washers which totaled about 3/16" in thickness between the front mtr mount and the frame as described in another thread. Very significant reduction in vibration, nearly none at all when cruising around 3K. Great, simple, modification.