Mystery "howling" sound?
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Road Warrior
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Mystery "howling" sound?
As the title states, I have a mysterious sound/noise when cornering...a "howling" type sound. Bike is a 2012 UC with just over 25,000 miles on it, non ABS.
It's most noticeable when cornering...going into sweepers mostly. More pronounced when cornering left, but also there (not as much) cornering right. Just as soon as the bike begins to lean into the turn, I hear it. Thought it might be tires...replaced both recently with Dunlop American Elites (love them by the way)...sound is still there. Had my indy check front wheel bearings...all good.
Any ideas of what to look at?
It's most noticeable when cornering...going into sweepers mostly. More pronounced when cornering left, but also there (not as much) cornering right. Just as soon as the bike begins to lean into the turn, I hear it. Thought it might be tires...replaced both recently with Dunlop American Elites (love them by the way)...sound is still there. Had my indy check front wheel bearings...all good.
Any ideas of what to look at?
Road Captain
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Sound like cupped tires. Yep, only in corners makes sense.
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2012 FLHR (Road King) Ember Red Sunglo & Merlo
Cruise Control, ABS, Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced Spoke Tubeless Wheels, Security Package, Saddle Bag LED Lid Spoilers, and an array of accessories that enhances nostalgic appearance & blood curdling performance.
Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass, it's about learning to ride in the rain. WDB
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Road Warrior
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???? Brand new tires last week.
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Road Master
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Was the belt adjusted properly after the rear tire was replaced?
If it has new tires, seems like belt or bearings could be suspect?
If it has new tires, seems like belt or bearings could be suspect?
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Road Warrior
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As I originally said, I also thought tires so changed them. I assume my indy adjusted the belt properly. Again, the sound was there before & after tire change. Also thought front bearings but they checked out good.
