Engine sounds

Kennyg · 05-29-2017, 10:57 PM

I have a 1500fi nomad 2001 with 87k on it. Put a new, larger windshield on my batwing fairing and now I can hear a lot of sounds I haven't heard before. I have had for a while an oscillation in 4th gear both a vibration and sound. The bike runs well and is in great shape. I bought it last year and changed to full synthetic oil. Transmission issues I assume? Looking for some direction. I do all of my own work.

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OldSchool · 05-30-2017, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Kennyg

I have a 1500fi nomad 2001 with 87k on it. Put a new, larger windshield on my batwing fairing and now I can hear a lot of sounds I haven't heard before. I have had for a while an oscillation in 4th gear both a vibration and sound. The bike runs well and is in great shape. I bought it last year and changed to full synthetic oil. Transmission issues I assume? Looking for some direction. I do all of my own work.

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I have a 2000. I get worried if I don't hear the sounds and rattles. I've gotten accustom to the them.

Snake Ranch · 05-30-2017, 01:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Kennyg

I have a 1500fi nomad 2001 with 87k on it. Put a new, larger windshield on my batwing fairing and now I can hear a lot of sounds I haven't heard before. I have had for a while an oscillation in 4th gear both a vibration and sound. The bike runs well and is in great shape. I bought it last year and changed to full synthetic oil. Transmission issues I assume? Looking for some direction. I do all of my own work.

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U-joints, drive line, bevel gear and bearings might be some things to check.

Kennyg · 05-30-2017, 04:25 PM

That sounds like a good place to start. You should do the easy(er) stuff before you assume the worst. Thanks for the direction. Don't know why I didn't think of the drive shaft/u joint

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Tortuga · 06-01-2017, 07:08 PM

Get used to it. These things make more noises than a $10 hooker.

Ridefree · 06-01-2017, 09:39 PM

there's definitely nothing wrong with taking a fine tooth comb over your entire bike . I do it all the time . I going to assume the cam chain tensioners ( extenders ) have been done . It would also be something I would look into .

One thing I learned when I first bought my 01 is that they do make one hell of racket .

scooter1600 · 06-01-2017, 10:48 PM

I came from a Yamaha XVS1100a
And I can't believe how QUIET this bike is!!!!

DragonLady58 · 06-02-2017, 03:35 AM

If she stops being noisy, WORRY! Its just letting you know she's running....

Scootergptx · 06-02-2017, 07:43 AM

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If she stops being noisy, WORRY! Its just letting you know she's running....

This is also good marriage advice.

**Kawalski Rider** · 06-02-2017, 12:43 PM

If my 02 Nomad sits for a week or more, 1 of the lifters will complain for several minutes, until the temp comes up and the oil gets flowing good.. I just choke it up to her personality. Like many of us, we have a few creaks and growns when we first get going. Those are the sounds that make me love her all that much more...

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Kennyg · 06-04-2017, 12:07 PM

Well it's amazing how fast it went from a little oscillation to a bad vibration. Took the swing arm off and low and behold the u joint was worn out and had worn the castings on the shaft. Anyone know what years are compatible with the 2001 nomad? I am going to replace the drive shaft along with the U joint.

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DragonLady58 · 06-04-2017, 12:51 PM

As long as you use the ones that fall within the certain family years, you'll be OK. Like 99-2004 will all be the same. MAS will probably verify this, so some of our other wrenching bros./members....

**MAS Tequila** · 06-04-2017, 12:52 PM

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Well it's amazing how fast it went from a little oscillation to a bad vibration. Took the swing arm off and low and behold the u joint was worn out and had worn the castings on the shaft. Anyone know what years are compatible with the 2001 nomad? I am going to replace the drive shaft along with the U joint.

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All of the 1500s are the same.

The 1600s are slightly longer to accommodate the different swingarm.

Kennyg · 06-04-2017, 01:28 PM

Thanks that's what I thought. I did find several parts diagrams for different years and the part number was the same in each

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Kennyg · 06-26-2017, 07:24 PM

And this is why you want to investigate those oscillations . Found a drive shaft and u joint with very low milage for $12 including shipping on ebay. Running like new again.

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05-29-2017, 10:57 PM	#1
Kennyg Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Posts: 13	Engine sounds I have a 1500fi nomad 2001 with 87k on it. Put a new, larger windshield on my batwing fairing and now I can hear a lot of sounds I haven't heard before. I have had for a while an oscillation in 4th gear both a vibration and sound. The bike runs well and is in great shape. I bought it last year and changed to full synthetic oil. Transmission issues I assume? Looking for some direction. I do all of my own work. Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk Login or Register to Remove Ads
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05-30-2017, 04:25 PM	#4
Kennyg Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Posts: 13	That sounds like a good place to start. You should do the easy(er) stuff before you assume the worst. Thanks for the direction. Don't know why I didn't think of the drive shaft/u joint Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk Last edited by Kennyg; 05-30-2017 at 04:27 PM.
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Tortuga Advanced Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Sahuarita, AZ Posts: 559	Get used to it. These things make more noises than a $10 hooker. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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06-01-2017, 10:48 PM	#7
scooter1600 Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Sale Australia Posts: 157	I came from a Yamaha XVS1100a And I can't believe how QUIET this bike is!!!! __________________ 2005 Nomad 1600 Cobra tru duals Dobec EJK 2.5/3.5/1.5/6/2.5/3.5 Cadmad / K&N + original intact Progresive 412HD / Front springs also Darkside rear tire 36psi 195/55/16 Towbar/ classic trailer Penrite HPR15 diesel oil Led lights front and back
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06-02-2017, 03:35 AM	#8
DragonLady58 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Somewhere South of Alaska.... Posts: 2,351	If she stops being noisy, WORRY! Its just letting you know she's running.... __________________ --------------------- Don't start no schit, there won't be no schit.... My Sarcasm is directly proportional to the amount of Stupidity involved --------------------- VBA#03239 VROC#37400 VRA --------------------- 2014 Vaquero 2001 Nomad FI 2003 Street Glide (sold) 1500 Meanie, fresh rebuild (sold) 90s BUBF Bobber (sold) 2001 UltraCycle FatPounder (Sold) 1975 HD ElectraGlide (Sold) 1982 Kawasaki Z1 Chopper (Sold) Suck It Up & Ride!
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06-01-2017, 09:39 PM	#6
Ridefree Sr. Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Saskatchewan , Canada Posts: 1,441	there's definitely nothing wrong with taking a fine tooth comb over your entire bike . I do it all the time . I going to assume the cam chain tensioners ( extenders ) have been done . It would also be something I would look into . One thing I learned when I first bought my 01 is that they do make one hell of racket .
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06-02-2017, 12:43 PM	#10
Kawalski Rider Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 305	If my 02 Nomad sits for a week or more, 1 of the lifters will complain for several minutes, until the temp comes up and the oil gets flowing good.. I just choke it up to her personality. Like many of us, we have a few creaks and growns when we first get going. Those are the sounds that make me love her all that much more... Sent from my SM-G920T using Tapatalk __________________ Cheers, David Baughan aka: Kawalski Rider VBA #03514 2002 Vulcan VN1500L Nomad fi Pearl Burnish Beige/Pearl Luster Beige
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06-04-2017, 12:07 PM	#11
Kennyg Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Posts: 13	Well it's amazing how fast it went from a little oscillation to a bad vibration. Took the swing arm off and low and behold the u joint was worn out and had worn the castings on the shaft. Anyone know what years are compatible with the 2001 nomad? I am going to replace the drive shaft along with the U joint. Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk
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06-04-2017, 12:51 PM	#12
DragonLady58 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Somewhere South of Alaska.... Posts: 2,351	As long as you use the ones that fall within the certain family years, you'll be OK. Like 99-2004 will all be the same. MAS will probably verify this, so some of our other wrenching bros./members.... __________________ --------------------- Don't start no schit, there won't be no schit.... My Sarcasm is directly proportional to the amount of Stupidity involved --------------------- VBA#03239 VROC#37400 VRA --------------------- 2014 Vaquero 2001 Nomad FI 2003 Street Glide (sold) 1500 Meanie, fresh rebuild (sold) 90s BUBF Bobber (sold) 2001 UltraCycle FatPounder (Sold) 1975 HD ElectraGlide (Sold) 1982 Kawasaki Z1 Chopper (Sold) Suck It Up & Ride!
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06-04-2017, 01:28 PM	#14
Kennyg Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Posts: 13	Thanks that's what I thought. I did find several parts diagrams for different years and the part number was the same in each Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk
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06-26-2017, 07:24 PM	#15
Kennyg Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Posts: 13	And this is why you want to investigate those oscillations . Found a drive shaft and u joint with very low milage for $12 including shipping on ebay. Running like new again. Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk
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