| Author | Message | ||
     Mark_weiss |
I've recently noticed squeaking coming from somewhere on my '08. The squeak cycled at about wheel speed and was most noticeable when pulling away from a stop, particularly after a cold start. Trying to listen, I really could not figure out where the squeaking was coming from, but did note that it seemed to disappear when coasting. Bearings were suspected. With the rear wheel jacked up, I could give the wheel a quick spin forward and get a squeak. Nothing in reverse. Lots of close listening made it clear that the squeak did not come from the rear wheel bearings, the idler pulley, nor the countershaft. I was quite puzzled. I began to suspect the belt, but could see no unusual wear at either side. Checking alignment of the pulleys, I could see no problems. I was pretty sure that the noise was connected to the belt, but did not know how. I got out my tin of Johnson's Paste Wax and spread a thin layer on both edges of the belt. The noise did not stop immediately but took quite a few spins of the wheel. Today, still quite. We'll see how long this lasts. The belt has about 20k miles of use. | ||
| Buellerxt |
Interesting idea, Mark. Glad it worked. Thankfully, with my poor hearing and ear plugs, I haven't heard a squeaking sound. Those around me may but I don't.  | ||
| Mark_weiss |
Having taken the time to positively ID the problem, I think that the last time I replaced my rear wheel bearings it may have been unnecessary. | ||
| Ftd |
I have used HD's Polyoil on the belts on my Uly, HD and Bourget with good results over the past 20 years or so. https://www.popscreen.com/prod/MTgxMDY3NjA0/Harley -Davidson-Poly-Oil-Engine-Compensating-Sprocket-Lu be-Belt-Drive-Motorcycle YMMV |
