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Ola posted:Probably just some plastic that's rubbing/vibrating in the bodywork or console. I'd still want to get it fixed, new bike and all. Not sure how they do warranty fixes for those, particularly if it's coming from the speedo. The last solution: Those have not been properly inserted. 
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I'm really conflicted on the whole earplug thing. I mean, sure it would be nicer to not have all that wind noise, but then I wouldn't be able to hear things go wrong with the bike at lower speeds or hear that car out of nowhere.
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Apr 23, 2015 17:14
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Mr. Wiggles posted:I'm really conflicted on the whole earplug thing. I mean, sure it would be nicer to not have all that wind noise, but then I wouldn't be able to hear things go wrong with the bike at lower speeds or hear that car out of nowhere. You're not going to hear the car out of nowhere before it hits you. Pay more attention and keep your head on a swivel. If things are going wrong at low speeds then just ride it up and down your street/driveway and get the thing fixed first, before taking it on real roads. If things aren't actively going wrong all the time then the bike is probably fine and you're being a bit paranoid. Get some earplugs, try riding with them. Maybe you won't like it at first, but if you plan to ride indefinitely your ears will thank you for it.
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Apr 23, 2015 17:29
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With how much ticking and clacking I hear from the engine through my spine with earplugs in, I'm pretty sure I'll know if something is amiss with the bike.
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Apr 23, 2015 17:40
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I use noise-cancelling earbuds, and I can still hear things going wrong with my bike. And sirens, and people talking. It's not that earplugs are going to completely deaden you, they're just going to kind of take the edge off. Like a shot of nitrous right before dental surgery.
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Apr 23, 2015 18:44
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Mr. Wiggles posted:I'm really conflicted on the whole earplug thing. I mean, sure it would be nicer to not have all that wind noise, but then I wouldn't be able to hear things go wrong with the bike at lower speeds or hear that car out of nowhere. You also won't be able to hear any of those things on or off the bike when you go deaf/get tinnitus from riding without earpro.
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Apr 23, 2015 19:32
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My dad gave me his old Suzuki DR200. I haven't ridden a motorcycle since I was about 12, what's the best way to get back into it? I plan on getting fitted for a helmet today or tomorrow. But do I need to get like a jacket and spine protector and all that poo poo as well?
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Apr 23, 2015 19:36
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MustardFacial posted:My dad gave me his old Suzuki DR200. I haven't ridden a motorcycle since I was about 12, what's the best way to get back into it? I plan on getting fitted for a helmet today or tomorrow. But do I need to get like a jacket and spine protector and all that poo poo as well? Haul it to the trails and crash it repeatedly. That's the most fun way to get back into it, at least, on a DR200.
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Apr 23, 2015 19:38
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Mr. Wiggles posted:I'm really conflicted on the whole earplug thing.
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Apr 23, 2015 19:42
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anyone know a way to check the warranty status of a Honda motorcycle save going to a honda dealer? (no, nothing's wrong, I'm just curious. Might extend the warranty if there's still some left on mine)
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Apr 23, 2015 20:15
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They make these things called phones, people used to use them to speak to each other instead of text.
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Apr 23, 2015 20:24
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n8r posted:They make these things called phones, people used to use them to speak to each other instead of text. Thank you for your very helpful response. It's tough for me to hear on a phone unless its VOIP all the way through, especially if the other party is on a cellphone or a crappy old phone. nitrogen fucked around with this message at 20:35 on Apr 23, 2015 |
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Apr 23, 2015 20:27
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The best part of wearing earplugs is that you don't hear the funny noises coming from your engine, so you don't have to be paranoid about them.
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Apr 23, 2015 20:27
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What Rev said. The ride is way more enjoyable.
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Apr 23, 2015 20:36
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Collateral Damage posted:The best part of wearing earplugs is that you don't hear the funny noises coming from your engine, so you don't have to be paranoid about them. Yes, this was my point. Buzzing noises can be difficult to fix on new bikes because the supplier won't replace the part and the dealer won't get paid to modify it.
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Apr 23, 2015 20:42
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Huh, maybe I'll give it a shot, then. I started wearing earplugs with the band about a year ago because I already have tinnitus, so I have some nice ones. I'll try it tomorrow.
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Apr 23, 2015 22:23
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Mechanic took the bike into the service area, tightened everything, and can't find anything wrong. It still buzzes when it moves. So it's probably some plastic vibrating. At least it's nothing dangerous but it does take the shine off having a new bike somewhat. First world problems right here!
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Apr 23, 2015 22:55
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clutchpuck posted:Haul it to the trails and crash it repeatedly. That's the most fun way to get back into it, at least, on a DR200. So basically, "ride it around"
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Apr 23, 2015 23:03
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If you have a local area where you're not going to have to worry about dodging other people (in vehicles, walking, whatever), I'd start there. Just get familiar with the bike, get comfortable, and then get more adventurous. But if you haven't ridden in a long time, and the bike is new to you, just take it easy and get used to it for a few days or a week or whatever before you decide to ride to Yellowstone.
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Apr 23, 2015 23:05
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MustardFacial posted:So basically, "ride it around" that and "off the highway".
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Apr 23, 2015 23:08
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de la peche posted:Mechanic took the bike into the service area, tightened everything, and can't find anything wrong. It still buzzes when it moves. So it's probably some plastic vibrating. At least it's nothing dangerous but it does take the shine off having a new bike somewhat. First world problems right here! Must...resist...impulse...to quote myself.
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Apr 24, 2015 01:12
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de la peche posted:Mechanic took the bike into the service area, tightened everything, and can't find anything wrong. It still buzzes when it moves. So it's probably some plastic vibrating. At least it's nothing dangerous but it does take the shine off having a new bike somewhat. First world problems right here! It isn't your keychain is it?
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Apr 24, 2015 01:48
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Marv Hushman posted:Must...resist...impulse...to quote myself. Yeah, you were right! I did do a walk around, couldn't find anything. clutchpuck posted:It isn't your keychain is it? No, I took everything off the keychain before I rode to the shop, just in case it was that. I'll find what it is eventually.
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Apr 24, 2015 07:20
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de la peche posted:Yeah, you were right! I did do a walk around, couldn't find anything. Random cable slapping a plastic bit somewhere? Brake or clutch lever vibrating?
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Apr 24, 2015 07:32
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kenny powerzzz posted:Kickstand or center stand. You might be on to something there, it's in the right area. Doesn't feel particularly slack but I'll pinch the bolts up and see if it goes away.
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Apr 24, 2015 09:33
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So how important is checking fasteners on my new 300 for its first service? I have to basically pull all the fairings off the bike to check stuff like engine mounts. Would the dealership even bother? I've got almost the full service done, but I'm still unsure about pulling all the plastics.
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Apr 24, 2015 15:41
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Mr. Wiggles posted:Huh, maybe I'll give it a shot, then. I started wearing earplugs with the band about a year ago because I already have tinnitus, so I have some nice ones. I'll try it tomorrow. Earplug riding was good. Will ride with earplugs again.
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Apr 24, 2015 16:17
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de la peche posted:Yeah, you were right! I did do a walk around, couldn't find anything. had a strange similar issue with my GS500. I'd hear a random crazy rattle whenever i hit a bump. I was convinced it was my gauge cluster, even though i redid it, and it was all snug and tight. Ended up being the front fender having bolts that walked themselves out. Bolts I'd never even had thought to check at all.
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Apr 24, 2015 16:19
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Is there no longer a camera/video thread? Anyways thinking about a gopro for my drz400. Hero 4 silver then? Best place to mount? Also would entertain poorman gopro options. Would like a Lcd backing though. Never used any of this poo poo so I'm a complete newb
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Apr 24, 2015 17:14
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Nostalgia4Dicks posted:Also would entertain poorman gopro options. Would like a Lcd backing though. Never used any of this poo poo so I'm a complete newb
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Apr 24, 2015 17:20
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Yeah seems like they'd be best for pure motorcycle use and mounting it on my bars. Like the shape, too. I'm not going to be doing any EXTREME SPORTS anytime soon so maybe I'll go that route
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Apr 24, 2015 17:30
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I just picked up a Hero 4 Silver, mount it on the front of my helmet. Works well. Cost me $500AUD. Touch LCD on the back is super.
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Apr 24, 2015 18:19
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A gopro on the helmet is just too ridiculous for me though. Like the guy In here that mounted it on his chin area. A contour maybe.
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Apr 24, 2015 19:20
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What's ridiculous about gopros on helmets? A bunch of us have them on our chin bars.
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Apr 24, 2015 19:23
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Why the chin bar, versus a side or top mount?
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Apr 24, 2015 20:00
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I'll go with "looks less nerdy from most angles".
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Apr 24, 2015 20:00
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clutchpuck posted:I'll go with "looks less nerdy from most angles". The chin bar looks less nerdy than a side mount? Hmm, OK.
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Apr 24, 2015 20:11
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Radbot posted:The chin bar looks less nerdy than a side mount? Hmm, OK. The side mount looks less nerdy than a chin bar? Hmm, OK. Jokes aside though, chin bar is closest to POV video that you can get. I hate having part of my own helmet in the video.
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Apr 24, 2015 20:16
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Radbot posted:The chin bar looks less nerdy than a side mount? Hmm, OK. At least we can agree that any helmet cam screams "I have a Youtube account and I know how to use it!"
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Also no noticeable wind drag when it's on the chin bar. Then again if you care that much about how you look like to random people on the road I don't know what to tell ya since that's the last thing on my mind. With my white helmet and red leathers and black gloves on a yellow bike.
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