Thanks Barry! That is an interesting idea with the 3.89 final drive. I may look into doing that if I can do it without spending a lot. Trying not to put too much money into this bike.
Thanks for the thoughts and ideas!
Cheers!
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- Tue Aug 02, 2016 7:02 am
- Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
- Topic: High Rev Rattle and Valve Question(s)
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- Tue Aug 02, 2016 4:03 am
- Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
- Topic: High Rev Rattle and Valve Question(s)
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Re: High Rev Rattle and Valve Question(s)
Thanks for the thoughts, Gents! It is much appreciated. I will post again after I get back to my bike and figure it out. Duane, She has about 58,000km (36,000mi). It does seem to flatten out power wise, a bit. In 5th gear it is especially noticeable. I don't think I have gone over about 90km/h and t...
- Sat Jul 30, 2016 11:33 am
- Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
- Topic: High Rev Rattle and Valve Question(s)
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High Rev Rattle and Valve Question(s)
Hi Boxerworkers! New to the Forum. 1983 R45. Fairly new to me. I've only done 500km on it. The bike starts vibing and rattling a bit around 5000 RPM. I was already planning on doing a valve check and adjust later this coming week, but my father (a more experienced mechanic than myself) suggested I m...