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Old Apr 25, 2010 | 12:11 PM
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I have a 2009 Ultra and the right side of the Fairing Vibrates when i let off the throttle and cant seem to find it any where. Does anyone have an idea. I check all the bolts and screws cant find any loose.
 
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Old Apr 25, 2010 | 03:20 PM
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Perhaps a broken fairing bracket.
You can easily test for a broken fairing bracket without removing the outer fairing (but with removing only seven screws that's not a big deal). Hold the grip on the right handlebar and push the outer edge of the fairing on that side with your other hand. It should move but only very slightly; if the fairing bracket on that side is broken the movement will be pronounced.
 
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Old Apr 25, 2010 | 04:04 PM
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+1 fairing bracket! Good advice from Rebbe18. Plenty of options if it is.
 
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Old Apr 25, 2010 | 06:33 PM
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+1 faring bracket. Easy fix with a trip to the hardware store.
 
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Old Apr 25, 2010 | 07:24 PM
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Great Thanks. is that common for a 09 with 11000 miles
 
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Old Apr 25, 2010 | 07:28 PM
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Pretty common problem if it is a fairing bracket.

You should find a lot of info if you do a search. I know its been covered here a lot.
 
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Old Apr 25, 2010 | 08:19 PM
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Thought the 09's had the upgraded brackets. Maybe not.
 
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09's should have newer or upgraded brackets. Your vibration can be normal or a nature of the beast vibration. Do the test that rebbe18 suggested and you will be able to answer your question and at least narrow it down.
 
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It should be under warranty new ones are more durable give your local dealer a call.
 
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I checked the Fairing feels loose. So i took off the fairing and sure enought broken bracket on the right side. got a new one from the dealer (free) and replaced it.
Thanks For all the info
 
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