Squeaking on the rear end

karospirit · 09-09-2008, 01:48 PM

I notice that the bike starts squeaking when I pull the clutch in and the bike rolls. The squeaking comes from the rear end and sound like it is the tire. It still keeps squeaking when I let go of the clutch. I had it at a Kawa dealer and he couldn't figure it out. Everything is greased up. What can it be? Is it something to worry about before I go on my 500 mile trip?
The squeaking sounds like it has something to do with the tire since the noise is consistent and repetitive. Am I making any sense?
Cougar

blowndodge · 09-09-2008, 01:50 PM

disc brake dragging slightly.

cactusjack · 09-09-2008, 02:32 PM

BD has no problem identifying a squeaky rear end. ::)

dogdoc · 09-09-2008, 03:21 PM

especially when its Nico's ,,,, :-)

rksaw · 09-09-2008, 03:58 PM

Oooohhhhhh. You guys are just wrong!

blowndodge · 09-09-2008, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

BD has no problem identifying a squeaky rear end. ::)

Yes Scott, and since your rear end is not sqeaking you must keep it well lubed just like I figured it would be

ells · 09-09-2008, 09:09 PM

Sounds a little like the old days. ::) At least Cougar got a good answer first.

karospirit · 09-09-2008, 09:13 PM

Lol. You guys are hilarious! So, is there anything I should do about this? And if so, what?

ells · 09-09-2008, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by C O U G A R

So, is there anything I should do about this? And if so, what?

If it is just a brake pad dragging a little, should not be a problem unless it continues more than say about 50 miles (a guess), or gets worse.

blowndodge · 09-09-2008, 10:52 PM

I wouldn't worry about it. Mine does it on and off.

VulcanE · 09-09-2008, 11:22 PM

Cougar, one way to tell is after you get started, and hear the squeak, apply the back brake. If the noise stops, it is the brake pads rubbing (nothing to worry about). If it gets worse, the pads are probably gone, and the metal plate is eating on your rotor, which means you need new pads. (quick) ;)

Blue Rebel · 09-09-2008, 11:37 PM

Ummmm....I'll bet vaseline works....

cactusjack · 09-09-2008, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Blowndodge "Darksider"

I wouldn't worry about it. Mine does it on and off.

Squeaks? I thought so.

radco · 09-10-2008, 05:52 AM

My Rear end squeaks after eating my GF Home Made Mex food...NOT only does it squeak it sometime shoots out flames...or a fog cloud

macmac · 09-10-2008, 12:48 PM

Brakes GUYS! Think Brakes! I agree apply the brakes and see then if the sound even changes..

How many miles? Was the 7,500 miles service done if you are over 7,500 miles?

It seems to me the best no nuthin tech should know brake squeel when he hears it.. We all do..

Since the squeel is spped related the brakes are a great bet, but the bevel gear, drive shaft, and rear end gear can make squeeks.

And when was the last time the rear end gear oil was swapped out. There is a measely 6 ounces and a few tenth's in the box..

These guys are gonna go wild now I used lots of words they can play with. Really it would help if you girls didn't have so many like parts... alas, but you do...

09-09-2008, 01:48 PM	#1
karospirit Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 82	Squeaking on the rear end I notice that the bike starts squeaking when I pull the clutch in and the bike rolls. The squeaking comes from the rear end and sound like it is the tire. It still keeps squeaking when I let go of the clutch. I had it at a Kawa dealer and he couldn't figure it out. Everything is greased up. What can it be? Is it something to worry about before I go on my 500 mile trip? The squeaking sounds like it has something to do with the tire since the noise is consistent and repetitive. Am I making any sense? Cougar Login or Register to Remove Ads
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09-09-2008, 01:50 PM	#2
blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	Squeaking on the rear end disc brake dragging slightly. __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
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09-09-2008, 09:13 PM	#8
karospirit Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 82	Squeaking on the rear end Lol. You guys are hilarious! So, is there anything I should do about this? And if so, what?
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blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	Squeaking on the rear end I wouldn't worry about it. Mine does it on and off. __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
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09-09-2008, 11:22 PM	#11
VulcanE Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Cartersville, Georgia Posts: 4,838	Squeaking on the rear end Cougar, one way to tell is after you get started, and hear the squeak, apply the back brake. If the noise stops, it is the brake pads rubbing (nothing to worry about). If it gets worse, the pads are probably gone, and the metal plate is eating on your rotor, which means you need new pads. (quick) ;) __________________ Cliff "VulcanE" Evans 2005 Blue & Silver 1600 Nomad VBA # 320 VROC # 20381
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Blue Rebel Advanced Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Santa Rosa, Laguna, Philippines Posts: 607	Squeaking on the rear end Ummmm....I'll bet vaseline works....
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radco Sr. Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Dedham Maine Posts: 4,199	Squeaking on the rear end My Rear end squeaks after eating my GF Home Made Mex food...NOT only does it squeak it sometime shoots out flames...or a fog cloud __________________
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macmac Sr. Contributor Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tamworth New Hampster 06 1600 Posts: 12,484	Squeaking on the rear end Brakes GUYS! Think Brakes! I agree apply the brakes and see then if the sound even changes.. How many miles? Was the 7,500 miles service done if you are over 7,500 miles? It seems to me the best no nuthin tech should know brake squeel when he hears it.. We all do.. Since the squeel is spped related the brakes are a great bet, but the bevel gear, drive shaft, and rear end gear can make squeeks. And when was the last time the rear end gear oil was swapped out. There is a measely 6 ounces and a few tenth's in the box.. These guys are gonna go wild now I used lots of words they can play with. Really it would help if you girls didn't have so many like parts... alas, but you do... __________________ 06 1600 Nomad Just call me Mac molon labe come and get it
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