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Old May 1, 2010 | 03:49 PM
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I have a 02 classic. 30k. About a month ago I started hearing a slight bearing squeel sound. I got on it yesterday and now its a constant squeel. When its rolling and I pull in the clutch, it goes away. Soon as I let the clutch out it starts again. All fluid levels are right on. Ideas????
 
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I would go and readjust clutch and see if it changes tone,allso check the drive belt.
 
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Mainshaft bearing?
 
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Do you hear it when stopped, in neutral?

If so, does the squeal go away when you put it in gear?
 
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It makes no noise standing still at idle or reving. Only when moving with the clutch out. When I pull the clutch in at any speed, it quits.
 
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