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« on: April 29, 2013, 06:27:21 PM » |
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I just bought a 2000 I/S with 33,000 miles on it. I have noticed that at 65+ mph I stare to here a swoosh/whoo sound coming from the wheel wheel area. It speeds up with more speed and slows down in frequency when decelerating. It doesn't sound like a whine or clunk or anything grinding. There is no vibration with the sound. It only makes this sound at 65+ mph. Does anyone know what this might be? Please help me if u can. Thanks
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Jess from VA
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« Reply #1 on: April 29, 2013, 07:03:09 PM » |
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While riding, many hear sounds coming from X, but it's really Y.
The I/S fairing and vent will make various noises at speed.
Many fill the fairing vent with foam to keep the bugs from the inside windshield and mouth.
The swoosh/whoo does not ring any bells, for me.
It could be a rear tire making noise. (guess) (is it a Dunny E3?)
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BF
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« Reply #2 on: April 29, 2013, 07:09:12 PM » |
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Does the sound amplify (at any speed) if you press the rear brake pedal? Could be a wheel bearing starting to go.
One of the usual suspects for rear wheel noises is the left rear wheel bearing. At 33 thousand, that's not uncommon. Left rear wheel bearing is a common problem.
Jack the back of the bike up and spin the rear wheel and listen for anything unusual. Check side to side play of the rear wheel.
Swoosh/whoo don't ring any bells for me either.
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« Reply #3 on: April 29, 2013, 07:12:05 PM » |
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I think I have the same noise with my standard. It's got Avons and I'm thinking tire noise. I didn't notice any noises at all until I put a set of OEM exhaust on last year after having 2 Brothers six into six  . Now I hear all manner of whirrs and clunks and such. I have about 6k miles on the Avons and had the splines and all greased up at the same time the tires were put on. My noise is a steady kind of rolling, whooshing noise. No jerking or slipping or anything and I don't notice it till close to highway speed but lower than 65. Good luck with you (and me) figuring out what it is (if they're the same). Steve |
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Jwilliams2000492
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« Reply #4 on: April 29, 2013, 07:19:47 PM » |
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The rear tire is an e3. The closest sound I can think of is the sound of mud tires at highway speeds.
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« Reply #5 on: April 29, 2013, 07:20:30 PM » |
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I have an I/S and the noise you are trying to describe-well ain't heard such on mine. If they are motorcycle specific tires on your I/S try 42 44 P S I front and rear and also look at the wear pattern on the tires. The rear wheel bearing as mentioned is a possibility. Maybe a Valkyrie rider in your area could help you out with this.  And these monsters do make noises that are specific to a Valkyrie. Best bet would be to get ahold of someone that rides a Valkyrie close to you.  Hope this helps. RIDE SAFE. |
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« Reply #6 on: April 29, 2013, 07:27:38 PM » |
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JWilliams, that sounds like my noise. Think I will take old2soon's advice and bump up the pressure. Currently I'm only running about 35 psi. Will report back later. Good luck. Steve
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Jess from VA
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« Reply #7 on: April 29, 2013, 07:36:10 PM » |
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35 is wrong. Do not exceed the MAX PSI printed on the sidewall, but I'd go 42 and take a fast ride. Remember, the manual recommended air pressures are for the OE Dunny's (D401 or 2s?).... all of the better tires used to replace them do better with higher pressures.
The E3s are harder compound than any other bike specific tires for valk, and reportedly will can howl with age.
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« Reply #8 on: April 29, 2013, 07:40:28 PM » |
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The rear tire is an e3. The closest sound I can think of is the sound of mud tires at highway speeds.
I have E3's and mine don't make any noises unless it's on really nice smooth pavement and then only when I'm taking a turn. When the tires are on the lean in a turn, then I'll hear something. They've done that since new. However, they all do that.....E3's are famous for being a loud tire. Some don't like it, I don't mind it. Check your pressures......I put 42 front and 45 rear. Most put about the same pressure as I do or maybe a pound or two less then me. I've read a few that put 40 front and 42 rear. Anything less than that in the rear and you'll wear that tire out in a hurry. |
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« Reply #9 on: April 29, 2013, 08:12:11 PM » |
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Thanks for all the advice so far. I'll try the air pressure adjustment first and I will let you know tomorrow. Again thank y'all for all the advice.
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« Reply #10 on: April 30, 2013, 02:13:06 PM » |
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Thanks to y'all's advice. I jacked the bike up and spun the rear tire and I didn't hear any whine, pops or anything that I think might be the bearing going out. I also checked for side movement and there wasn't any. I then raised the psi to 42 front and 44 in the back. I drove it and the noise was considerable less. The noise ( growl, howl) does increase during turning or leaning left and right. So I think the noise is just the road noise made from the E3. Thanks to everyone who chimed in and gave me great advice. Happy riding everyone. |
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« Reply #11 on: April 30, 2013, 02:30:10 PM » |
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« Reply #12 on: April 30, 2013, 02:36:51 PM » |
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Thanks to y'all's advice. I jacked the bike up and spun the rear tire and I didn't hear any whine, pops or anything that I think might be the bearing going out. I also checked for side movement and there wasn't any. I then raised the psi to 42 front and 44 in the back. I drove it and the noise was considerable less. The noise ( growl, howl) does increase during turning or leaning left and right. So I think the noise is just the road noise made from the E3. Thanks to everyone who chimed in and gave me great advice. Happy riding everyone. |
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« Reply #13 on: April 30, 2013, 07:58:47 PM » |
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While back I had some similar sounds coming from the front end.
Found out there are some rubber "shielding" pads (don't know how else to describe them)
on the inside of the fenders. Mine were coming off on one end and would make a wurrring sound as it flapped against the tire.
Just pulled them off. Sound is gone.
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« Reply #14 on: April 30, 2013, 11:10:08 PM » |
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Thanks to y'all's advice. I jacked the bike up and spun the rear tire and I didn't hear any whine, pops or anything that I think might be the bearing going out. I also checked for side movement and there wasn't any. I then raised the psi to 42 front and 44 in the back. I drove it and the noise was considerable less. The noise ( growl, howl) does increase during turning or leaning left and right. So I think the noise is just the road noise made from the E3. Thanks to everyone who chimed in and gave me great advice. Happy riding everyone. That is tire singing. Roll the window down on your cage and listen to them sing. Mostly it is bad wear on the tire, from being under inflated. |
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