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Old Jul 4, 2011 | 07:55 PM
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I never noticed it before (mainly because i ride with headphones on) but my engine is kind of loud. By loud I mean it almost sounds like a car engine when it's just about time for a belt. Is this normal or do ya'll think something may be wrong ?? Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated.
 
Old Jul 4, 2011 | 07:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Big AL 76
I never noticed it before (mainly because i ride with headphones on) but my engine is kind of loud. By loud I mean it almost sounds like a car engine when it's just about time for a belt. Is this normal or do ya'll think something may be wrong ?? Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated.
It is normal. Hope you don't hear a bad whine sound. If so, pull over.
 
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just sounds like the engine turning just loud, I also noticed when i let off the throttle i hear a click...
 
Old Jul 4, 2011 | 08:19 PM
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Have you checked your belt tension?
 
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Put your headphones back on... problem solved.
 
Old Jul 4, 2011 | 08:32 PM
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Have you checked your belt tension?
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belt tension is good ..
 
Old Jul 4, 2011 | 08:37 PM
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Harleys are noisy. Re-install headphones.
 
Old Jul 4, 2011 | 09:51 PM
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The hypoducinator assembly is loose. Must be traded in for a new one. That's the only way it works.
 
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Take your headphones off and leave them off.

Harley engines talk to you. They will tell you how they feel...you just gotta listen.
 
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Originally Posted by BassCatcher
Take your headphones off and leave them off.

Harley engines talk to you. They will tell you how they feel...you just gotta listen.
Yeah! what he said.
 



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