I am a new rider and have bought a new Iron 883. I have put 650 miles on it and I am still working towards the 1000 mile break-in service.

What I have noticed recently is a high pitched engine ringing noise (think small bell continuous ringing) typically at higher speeds / gears, but occassionally at low revs too.

As I am new to motorcyles in general, I do not know if this is normal as I have no previous experience to compare it to. The power and overall ride doesn't seem to have been affected, I just get this annoying ringing noise which is pretty constant. Also, my MPG is only 38 - 40, and bear in mind, I have been taking it easy during the break in period, so no high revs! I don't know if the two things are connected?

I am going to the dealership this week and anything you experts can help educate me on is appreciated, so I don't get taken advantage of (as I am a newbie rookie).

The ringing noise is my biggest concern as my quick "google" search presented a couple of "not good" scenarios.

Many Thanks.