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Old Sep 13, 2009 | 05:49 PM
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i have a 09 fxdc and i was wondering if anyone is having the same problem as i am when i hit a big bump the front forks clank mine do and it dont sound right can anyone help
 
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Old Sep 13, 2009 | 06:08 PM
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i have a 09 fxdc and i was wondering if anyone is having the same problem as i am when i hit a big bump the front forks clank mine do and it dont sound right can anyone help
Your fork stem is probably improperly adjusted and torqued. If still under warranty, the dealer can take care of it very quickly. If out of warranty, look in your manual (or get a manual) and follow the steps for the "fall-away" test and fork stem adjustment.

Feel free to ask for more details if you need them.

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One other frequently cited cause of this is loose tank mount bolts. In my case the rear mount bolt that anchors the tank to the frame was never installed. Put in a bolt, tightened it up and the fork noise was gone.
 
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thanks it is still under warrant i will have them look into it
 
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Or a more simple answer could be, it sounds like the front suspension is bottoming out. My 09 FXDB does it on big bumps.
 
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Old Sep 13, 2009 | 07:28 PM
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mines making a noise also gonna have to get to dealer an get it checked out
 
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