Need some guidance before Dealer appt:
Cruiser
Joined: Apr 2012
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From: Beaumont
I've been seeing a lot of threads about vibration issues, this isn't going to help your problem but I thought I'd ask... What year range did this become a problem? I just bought a '98 wide and I have no vibration at all ( knock on wood ) my mirrors are steady and clear at all rpm's, but I also have a 5 speed tranny.
Stellar HDF Member
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From: Northwest Louisiana
I've had a 06 and now a 2010 Dyna, and of course they shake at idle (normal), but should smooth out once you get rolling. I've never noticed any unnecessary vibration throughout the rev range.
The first thing I'd check is the motor mount. Is the vibration accompanied by any noise/rattle, such as maybe a loose exhaust mount?
The first thing I'd check is the motor mount. Is the vibration accompanied by any noise/rattle, such as maybe a loose exhaust mount?
Road Captain
Joined: Sep 2011
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From: Idaho Panhandle
Dawg posted this regarding a new service bulletin on improving vibration on 1990 and later Dyna models https://www.box.com/s/42af95077c683c50e461
make your dealer aware of it when you take the bike in
make your dealer aware of it when you take the bike in
Road Master
Joined: May 2012
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From: Arkansas
Just for referance. Here is a quote from the Owners Manual.
- During the first 50 mi 80 km of riding, keep the engine speed below 3000 rpm in any gear. Do not lug the engine by running or accelerating at very low rpm, or by running at high rpm longer than needed for shifting or passing.
- Up to 500 mi 800 km , vary the engine speed and avoid operating at any steady engine speed for long periods. Engine speed up to 3500 rpm in any gear is permissible.
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2009
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From: Texas
Agreed, guilty as charged (five years ago)
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From: northeast
question.... it sure was helpful
Road Master
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From: VA
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Ok seems strange, but I have just experienced similar issue with my 05 Lowrider.
had a new rear tire installed seemed to be excessive vibration through foot pegs put about 100 miles on and no change dropped the bike off and left overnight tech pulled tire checked
balance and rebalanced complete re-adjust belt and all, ride home today was good
other then rain and wind belt and axle adjusters needed tweaking.
Ok seems strange, but I have just experienced similar issue with my 05 Lowrider.
had a new rear tire installed seemed to be excessive vibration through foot pegs put about 100 miles on and no change dropped the bike off and left overnight tech pulled tire checked
balance and rebalanced complete re-adjust belt and all, ride home today was good
other then rain and wind belt and axle adjusters needed tweaking.