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robsbullet

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on: July 30, 2015, 07:01:01 am
i seem to be experiencing an increase in vibration which is now considerable on my 2008 electra trials. otherwise it rides great with plenty of pull, a good top speed and very easy to start.
i thought it may have been a worn front ensign trials tyre but that has been replaced so eliminated.
can anyone suggest where to start looking ? engine sounds just as it should. and its returning about 75mpg on my 30 mile round commute.
rear wheel alignment is good and swingarm fixings are tight.
thanks


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Reply #1 on: July 30, 2015, 07:48:39 am
First things to check. The head steady/ head stay, is the hardware tight on both ends ? Engine mount hardware, all tight ? Exhaust fasteners and foot pegs all secure ?

When those all check out well you might move on to checking tinwares mounting and then primary and secondary drive chains slack and drive sprockets and alternator mounting.

 FWIW my Bullet TIMEX the vibes increase as the fuel in the tank decreases which is something else to consider.
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