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Old Jun 10, 2018 | 07:55 AM
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I took the tour pak off and now while riding, I feel a vibration. I can't tell where it is coming from. Just feels like a rough road. I do have new Ohlins on so I am wondering since I pulled the tour pak off, maybe that could be the cause.
 
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I took the tour pak off and now while riding, I feel a vibration. I can't tell where it is coming from. Just feels like a rough road. I do have new Ohlins on so I am wondering since I pulled the tour pak off, maybe that could be the cause.
interesting..so immediately after removing the tour pack you noticed this that wasn't there prior? you could put it back on and see if it immediately goes away I suppose..or maybe have someone help you set the preload/sag correctly if it isn't already..can't imagine the weight of the tour pack would make a big difference but maybe the new Ohlins are more sensitive to adjustments..think I would do both those things one at a time to try and isolate and identify the cause..could be something coincidental too like a wheel weight fell off or tire pressure changed..dunno' but good luck
 
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I would check the mounts for the tour pak if it started immediately after you removed the pak. Possible that one or both are a little loose and vibrating. Other than that I don’t know what to tell you.
 
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