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    Default Engine gets louder on downshift & engine braking - why?

    My 2018RTL seems to be getting louder when engine braking between downshifts. Seems to run fine, checked oil level and that’s good. Quieter when holding steady engine speed. I get a little engine knock when I first start and once in a while at idle.
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    Is this 'getting louder' above & beyond that coming from the 'rev matching' blips that the computer initiates whenever you change down??

    Spyder engines, in fact, most IC Engines do tend to 'rattle' or knock a bit when first started; altho a 'knock' at idle isn't something you'd expect. Still, any chance you could record it (on a vid?) and post it up here? In the vid, tell us when you can hear the noises so we can get some idea of what you are concerned about?!
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    Any changes in the 2028 model


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    Must be a prototype model if a 2028 year! Should be electric or hydrogen by then.

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    Sometimes, those typos can be interesting.

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    Front drive pulley splines is a good place to start looking for an answer. Likely worn and getting ready to completely fail.

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    I find when shifting up or down (SE6) holding the throttle absolutely still is what the bike wants for smooth, quiet shifts.
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    Quote Originally Posted by RHJ1 View Post
    My 2018RTL seems to be getting louder when engine braking between downshifts. Seems to run fine, checked oil level and that’s good. Quieter when holding steady engine speed. I get a little engine knock when I first start and once in a while at idle.
    Sent you a PM RHJ1, please check it out (click on the flashing red 'Notifications' button up the top right of the screen ) and also, please send the Read Receipt &/or reply so that I at least know you've seen & understand the issue?!?
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