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No Cheese served with the Whine?
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Cruiser
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From: Central Virginia
No Cheese served with the Whine?
I'm not looking for a solution, just pointing out an annoyance. Recent post from a new Triglide owner described the steering as a bit "darty". Well, another characteristic I'm finding with my new Triglide is it is a bit "whiney".
Having only put about 800 miles in the saddle so far, it might be just me. Cruising along a moderate speed, there is an annoying constant whine, sort of like a turbocharger. I can't tell if its the 103 engine, tranny, or something in the front end, but its just annoying. My 06 UC does not sound like that. The Trike has Python slip on mufflers which sound real nice, while the UC has Rineharts which also sound great. First gear does have a distinctive whine to it, but this whine is constant; whrrrrrrrrr, whrrrrrrrrrr.
I guess I'll get use to it, or it will quieten down as it loosens up.
Having only put about 800 miles in the saddle so far, it might be just me. Cruising along a moderate speed, there is an annoying constant whine, sort of like a turbocharger. I can't tell if its the 103 engine, tranny, or something in the front end, but its just annoying. My 06 UC does not sound like that. The Trike has Python slip on mufflers which sound real nice, while the UC has Rineharts which also sound great. First gear does have a distinctive whine to it, but this whine is constant; whrrrrrrrrr, whrrrrrrrrrr.
I guess I'll get use to it, or it will quieten down as it loosens up.
Tourer
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I'm the guy who posted the comment about "darty", and I've put a total of about 60 miles on mine (bad weather here in Atlanta) so keep that in mind when you read my following comment.
By big enclosed box I guess you're talking about the bodywork. It hadn't occurred to me that this could amplify the noise, but I will say that so far my TG seems like it may be the noisiest Harley I've ever owned in terms of engine and drivetrain noise. I'm not complaining at all, I'm just sayin'. If I weren't a 50 year Harley rider it would probably distress me but over time you just kind of get used to all that clunkin' and clankin' and clinkin' I guess. Having said that, this also seems like the tightest Harley I've owned and is screaming to be broken in a bit.
It's funny. A first time Harley rider from another brand would look at the beauty of these things and not expect the noise. But in spite of the sophistication of some of Harley's onboard systems these days, the noise remains. I'm pretty picky and I'm a worrier, but as long as I feel like it's normal I've learned to kind of let it go I guess.
By big enclosed box I guess you're talking about the bodywork. It hadn't occurred to me that this could amplify the noise, but I will say that so far my TG seems like it may be the noisiest Harley I've ever owned in terms of engine and drivetrain noise. I'm not complaining at all, I'm just sayin'. If I weren't a 50 year Harley rider it would probably distress me but over time you just kind of get used to all that clunkin' and clankin' and clinkin' I guess. Having said that, this also seems like the tightest Harley I've owned and is screaming to be broken in a bit.
It's funny. A first time Harley rider from another brand would look at the beauty of these things and not expect the noise. But in spite of the sophistication of some of Harley's onboard systems these days, the noise remains. I'm pretty picky and I'm a worrier, but as long as I feel like it's normal I've learned to kind of let it go I guess.
Road Warrior
Joined: May 2008
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From: SC
Another possibility for the whine could be the primary auto chain adjuster might be too tight and your hearing the chain rub against the shoe. There is another forum with guys complaining of a simliar sound and finding the auto adjuster was too tight.
One other sound such as a whine I have heard from my old 1990 Ultra I had in the past was the front brake pads sliding over the front rotors when riding.
The body will reflect more noise then a 2 wheel touring bike
One other sound such as a whine I have heard from my old 1990 Ultra I had in the past was the front brake pads sliding over the front rotors when riding.
The body will reflect more noise then a 2 wheel touring bike
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2005
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From: IOWA
Delta..Hit the nail on the head. Even changes in wind direction can make you hear somthing that you didn't hear earlier on your ride. Ear plugs..ear plugs..ear plugs..did I mention EAR PLUGS! Get used to them and your rides will become more enjoyable than you ever thoght.
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It took me a couple months' riding to make this necessary discovery. Ear plugs are a necessity for me now on my TG. They make riding so much more pleasurable, plus, it's good for your hearing.
I no longer ride without them.
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Road Master
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I can deal with it when playing on the country roads. When on the highway I most definately wear my custom ear plugs. As has been said before makes for a more enjoyable ride. Now if the ringing in my ears would only stop. Too many years of loud pipes saving my life.