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HD installed new front motor mount (Wow, shakes??)

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Old 10-15-2010, 09:40 PM
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Originally Posted by andyp
I just changed the mount in my 04 with the B version,cant say its any worse, my original mount was not in that bad of shape.I know if it is not mounted correctly ,(metal on rubber on top) it will shake worse.
how can it be mouted wrong??
 
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Old 10-15-2010, 09:49 PM
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If the center bolt it is torqued too tight it will vibrate.
 
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Old 10-15-2010, 10:21 PM
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Ok, I've been through so many motor mounts looking for nirvana that I consider myself somewhat of an expert on this matter.
The original mount that came with the bike was a 79B which is no longer available but the Buell mount is exactly the same as the 79B. Only problem is they don't last too long but they are very smooth when compared to the newer mounts (79D).
I have been through a couple Buell mounts and got tired of changing them so I tried a Velva ride which absolutly sucked. I then tried a Glide-Pro and have decided that it's performance with regards to vibration is somewhere between the stock 79B and the newer 79D so I am sticking with the Glide-Pro. It is very well made and may outlast the bike. I think that I have finally found a workable compromise that I can live with.
 
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Old 10-15-2010, 10:24 PM
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Had the same issue on my 05 King. Installed the Glide-Pro, now it feals like a B motor.
 
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Old 10-15-2010, 11:14 PM
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I am going to 'try' and give mine a 500 mile break in just to see what happens.. One thing suggested and I might try before I put on miles... loosen the center bolt and make sure it is NOT in a bind, meaning not straight - if it is, re-torque to proper and put the miles on... if not straight, might be cause for more vibrations?? anyway, worth a look and looks to be an easy check??
 
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Old 10-15-2010, 11:24 PM
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I think it's a good excuse to get that 2011 you've been pondering
 
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Old 10-15-2010, 11:32 PM
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Save yourself 450 miles of vibrations you don't need. Order the Glide Pro.

Although the 2011 idea is also an excellent choice. For a just few dollars more!

 
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Old 10-16-2010, 09:33 AM
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I had mine checked and replaced!!! what a difference!!
 
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Old 10-16-2010, 10:06 AM
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If you mount it upside down it will shake more at idle. The newer mount has a steel washer molded into mount ,this goes on top ,the bottom uses the loose washer,and do not overtighten 15-20 ft lbs.
 
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Old 10-16-2010, 10:14 AM
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the 2011s are very smooth i noticed that the minute i got on mine.
 


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