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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 06:46 PM
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I notice that at some RPM's I get vibrations coming from the engine. Im not reving too high, as under load they don't seem to be as prominent. I will report back MORE this weekend after I go for the years first run.
 
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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 07:11 PM
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Umm, I don't like the feel of that...been there done that. One was primary chain tensioner going bye bye...the second and third were rear wheel bearings...not good, check them to be safe. Overall I love my rocker...sweet ride...hope it works out for you.
 
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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 07:48 PM
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Hopfuly. It needs a new rear tire anyways. Its an '09 but only has 9000km on it. So about 6000mi . Its only had 3 oil changes due to milage. Its Nearly BRAND NEW. Also the paint on the master cyl covers is peeling... Not happy about that either.
 
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Old Sep 6, 2013 | 04:58 AM
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I'm having the same problem and I have a big run this coming Thursday to Ocean City MD. What was the cause of the vibration?
Thank you in advance.
 
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Old Sep 6, 2013 | 05:21 PM
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I'm having this issue too,the vibration is worse when the engine warms up and it's hot outside,when cool hardly any vibration
 
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Old Sep 6, 2013 | 08:42 PM
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I'm not sure if this will help, but check if the two Front Engine Mount nuts are loose. I noticed some vibration on my Rocker and when I checked the two nuts one of them was loose. I tightened it to the correct torque and the vibration stopped. I hope you get your problem resolved.
 
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