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Re:knocking noise 2 Years, 1 Month ago  
So the knocking noise was a loose baffle in one of the exhaust pipes. Every time the exhaust pulse hit it would make a really loud knock at 1/2 engine speed. Now I can go install some new saftey chrome that just came by UPS. For those of you that dont know what that is,let me explain. Chrome makes your bike more visible to on comeing traffic. So the more chrome the safer you are! SAFTEY CHROME for everybody,You can never be too safe.
 
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Re:knocking noise 2 Years, 1 Month ago  
Like the way you think Crusty!
 
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Re:knocking noise 2 Years, 1 Month ago  
Wewalaw wrote:
[quote]Are you running premium fuel? If so regular is all you need. These bikes have a problem with carbon buildup on the valves causing SVS. Try a good dose of Sea Foam and search the Forum for more on SVS cure. I use Marvel Mystery Oil and sea Foam every other tank of fuel and have not had the SVS. You also need to run some Stabil for the ethanol. I hope someone has more info for you. That's all I have! Oh ya, they also puke alot!!! That's another issue!!

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Re:knocking noise 2 Years, 1 Month ago  
Did the knocking noise also include an intermitent "Baa"?

If so, it's just Jona...


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Re:knocking noise 2 Years, 1 Month ago  
Nothing like having a good security system (or two)!! Guess which one weighs 110 lbs?
 
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