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Ticking from front end - 09 FLHTC

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Old May 31, 2016 | 07:07 AM
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Default Ticking from front end - 09 FLHTC

Good day everyone,

I'm chasing a ghost and would like to know if anyone has had a similar experience.

After about a mile, I hear a ticking emanating from the front end and, it gets much louder when applying the front brake.

I had my mechanic take a look on Friday and he replaced the front bearings thinking that could be the source. However on Saturday after a mile or so, there it was again. The ticking sound has been building up for a few months and it's been difficult to replicate the issue until this week. I also had new front pads installed early last week so those are fine.

I'm going to try and get into his shop this week and go from there.

Thanks,
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Old May 31, 2016 | 10:51 PM
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I have heard that the ticking can be from the new pads working in a good mating surface on the disc.
 
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