Vibrations above 60mph
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From: Yuma, AZ
Vibrations above 60mph
Hey guys.
Just bought a 2010 Iron 883, and everything looks and seems to be running well, but when i hit around 60+ there seems to be an excessive amount of vibration. If i pull in the clutch and allow the RPMS to drop, it seems to go away... so to ME, that says it's not a wheel/tire issue. Maybe I'm crazy, but it seems maybe a vibration form the exhaust baffle? It's got Vance and Hines Slip-Ons... IDK, this is my first bike, first Harley, I'm used to dirtbikes, so when it comes to this stuff i'm starting form square one.
My question, is this normal, or should I be worried? I just dont want this thing to fall apart on me @ 60, or a tire to fall off. Thanks for any and all help.
Just bought a 2010 Iron 883, and everything looks and seems to be running well, but when i hit around 60+ there seems to be an excessive amount of vibration. If i pull in the clutch and allow the RPMS to drop, it seems to go away... so to ME, that says it's not a wheel/tire issue. Maybe I'm crazy, but it seems maybe a vibration form the exhaust baffle? It's got Vance and Hines Slip-Ons... IDK, this is my first bike, first Harley, I'm used to dirtbikes, so when it comes to this stuff i'm starting form square one.
My question, is this normal, or should I be worried? I just dont want this thing to fall apart on me @ 60, or a tire to fall off. Thanks for any and all help.
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From: Yuma, AZ
Awesome, thanks guys. I havent been above 65 due to the vibes... so, guess ill hit the freeway and get on it, see if i can accell past it. Thanks again. I'll check out the mount too!
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From: Lawrence, Ks.
My bike (883 Iron) was kind of rough between 55-60 mph. After I got the 1000 mile check and service, It now runs smooth at that speed. It does get even smoother after 65 in 5th gear. Maybe It just needs to be broken in a little more. I notice everyday it rides better. Its funny, because I too thought something was out of balance with the front wheel. My wifes 883 super low did not seem to have that problem.
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It's a Harley, you'll get used to it!:] Haven't you noticed how the traffic lights dance when your waiting on them to change? I have heard the newer bikes are not as bad, not that they don't vibrate, just better insulated.