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Old Apr 30, 2019 | 07:40 PM
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I have a 2015 RK. I'm not sure how to describe this noise. When release the throttle fully as I'm riding there seems to be a slapping noise. I'll hear it again when I get back on it. If I do it slowly it I can sometimes avoid it. Does this sound familiar to anyone? Thanks, Eric
 
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Check your belt and primary chain tension.
 
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