Vibration

[SpyderDon]

I have a vibration, especially between about 4800-5200 RPM, like going over a bridge grate. Can feel it in the pegs and handlebars. Has anyone else experienced this?

 

[clueless]

yes only when accelerating in 5th gear

 

[SteveO]

Yes I have it too.

I like your analogy to driving over a grate that exactly describes it. Did a search on vibration and it sounds like a belt issue, sure feels like one.

I have had since new and the only way to mitigate is to change the revs.

Now have 5,000 miles.

Booked into dealer for this Friday.

Steve

 

[frank3]

I am sure it's the belt. I have the same vibration and it's always been there at higher speed and seems to change depending on pull of engine. I can relax the throtle and sometimes it will go away or increase the throtle and it will go away. Dosn't seem to matter which gear you're in. I've had it anywhere from 65 to 85. Don't go over 85 very often unless passing. Got over 8500 miles on this machine and the vibration is still there in spite of dealer telling me he checked it. Every time my RT is in for anything, I ask the dealer to check the belt tension. I'm seen the new procedure which is dependent on a vibration meter and I'm not at all sure my dealer has one. I've been tempted to purchase one and set it myself. Anyway,,,,,,,,,,,GOOD LUCK.

 

[widowmaker2011]

I have a vibration, especially between about 4800-5200 RPM, like going over a bridge grate. Can feel it in the pegs and handlebars. Has anyone else experienced this?

Here is the fix guys- surprised its not in bulletin form...


My Black RTS did the same thing- My wifes did not. At last oil change Dealer called BRP after checking belt tension etc. , they said there had been some reports of the engine isolation strut (The one they added to the RT and now will be on the 2011 RS also) hitting the frame under certain torque situations. They directed my dealer where to look and sure enough the paint was worn off on the strut and the frame. They were instructed to grind a small amount of metal away to increase the clearance. now? Smooth as silk. This strut was not on the original Spyders and was added to quell engine vibration transmitted to the driver. Works great but if the metal strut (That is isolating and ansorbing all the motor vibration) rubs the frame , you will get that sensation. I thought it was a belt tension issue. Fixed it 110% :2thumbs:

 

[frank3]

WOW

That's so simple. Wish my dealer would bother to call BRP once & a while. Did they repaint the frame member after the grinding? I'm printing this off and will show the dealer during my next visit.

 

[NancysToy]

Here is the fix guys- surprised its not in bulletin form...


My Black RTS did the same thing- My wifes did not. At last oil change Dealer called BRP after checking belt tension etc. , they said there had been some reports of the engine isolation strut (The one they added to the RT and now will be on the 2011 RS also) hitting the frame under certain torque situations. They directed my dealer where to look and sure enough the paint was worn off on the strut and the frame. They were instructed to grind a small amount of metal away to increase the clearance. now? Smooth as silk. This strut was not on the original Spyders and was added to quell engine vibration transmitted to the driver. Works great but if the metal strut (That is isolating and ansorbing all the motor vibration) rubs the frame , you will get that sensation. I thought it was a belt tension issue. Fixed it 110% :2thumbs:

Interesting! Most RTs I have ridden had this vibration. next time I have my panels off, I will take a look. Thanks for the tip.

 

[SteveO]

Thanks for the info.

Hearing this makes sense as the vibration is like beating on the frame.
I will have the dealer look when I take it in this Friday.

Steve

 

[Lamonster]

Here is the fix guys- surprised its not in bulletin form...


My Black RTS did the same thing- My wifes did not. At last oil change Dealer called BRP after checking belt tension etc. , they said there had been some reports of the engine isolation strut (The one they added to the RT and now will be on the 2011 RS also) hitting the frame under certain torque situations. They directed my dealer where to look and sure enough the paint was worn off on the strut and the frame. They were instructed to grind a small amount of metal away to increase the clearance. now? Smooth as silk. This strut was not on the original Spyders and was added to quell engine vibration transmitted to the driver. Works great but if the metal strut (That is isolating and ansorbing all the motor vibration) rubs the frame , you will get that sensation. I thought it was a belt tension issue. Fixed it 110% :2thumbs:

My guess is it's not doing it on all of the RT's and that's why there isn't a bulletin on it yet. That's good to know though, next time I have my panels off I'll take a look at that.

 

[dave01]

Can someone give me an idea where this is supposed to be? My spyder is in pieces and there's no better time than now to check. Thanks

 

[Lamonster]

Can someone give me an idea where this is supposed to be? My spyder is in pieces and there's no better time than now to check. Thanks

Should look like this.

 

[clueless]

thanks! add it to the list of things for next svc visit ...

 

[widowmaker2011]

My guess is it's not doing it on all of the RT's and that's why there isn't a bulletin on it yet. That's good to know though, next time I have my panels off I'll take a look at that.

Ive ridden 3 that do , Carols Blue RTS was the only one that didn't. Since my repair the dealer fixed their demo (said it was worse than mine). Good point on the touchup paint , I didn't ask but looked with the panel off and sure enough theres a fresh black spot where they ground it. Thats quality. I Love Pioneer Motorsport. :2thumbs:

 

[widowmaker2011]

Interesting! Most RTs I have ridden had this vibration. next time I have my panels off, I will take a look. Thanks for the tip.

truthfully , Carols was the first I rode without the vibration , otherwise I would have assumed it was a normal characteristic. Once its gone you go WOW!!!

 

[rineer4635]

truthfully , Carols was the first I rode without the vibration , otherwise I would have assumed it was a normal characteristic. Once its gone you go WOW!!!

I have been messing with my wheel weights and thought it was the Ride On that I put the tires. My local dealer adjusted belt and said all was ok.It still vibrates mostly between 41 and 55 mph. I am wondering now if this is what I have....

 

[widowmaker2011]

I have been messing with my wheel weights and thought it was the Ride On that I put the tires. My local dealer adjusted belt and said all was ok.It still vibrates mostly between 41 and 55 mph. I am wondering now if this is what I have....

Well , let me define the nature of this vibration. It really cannot be confused with a wheel weight issue. This vibration feels like there is almost something grinding or grating metal to metal and you feel it as a buzz in the bars and feet. like the motor is not mounted with rubber mounts but mounted with steel bolts right to your butt. :gaah:
A wheel weight (balance ) problem will present itself as an oscillating feeling in your seat(rear tire) or bars (front tires) that gets progressively faster with MPH and is not related to engine rpm (pull in the clutch and chop the throttle and the vibration remains as long as your speed stays up). The vibration i am speaking of is at a much higher frequency than a wheel balance issue and is noticeable in a couple thousand RPM range between 4500 and 5500 rpm give or take a few hundred and is somewhat more noticable in the upper gears

 

[rineer4635]

Well , let me define the nature of this vibration. It really cannot be confused with a wheel weight issue. This vibration feels like there is almost something grinding or grating metal to metal and you feel it as a buzz in the bars and feet. like the motor is not mounted with rubber mounts but mounted with steel bolts right to your butt. :gaah:
A wheel weight (balance ) problem will present itself as an oscillating feeling in your seat(rear tire) or bars (front tires) that gets progressively faster with MPH and is not related to engine rpm (pull in the clutch and chop the throttle and the vibration remains as long as your speed stays up). The vibration i am speaking of is at a much higher frequency than a wheel balance issue and is noticeable in a couple thousand RPM range between 4500 and 5500 rpm give or take a few hundred and is somewhat more noticable in the upper gears

Thanks for this explanation, this is not what I feel.:2thumbs:

 

[SpyderDon]

Thanks everyone. I sent a copy of this page to my dealer requesting that he have the mechanic talke a look see. Maybe the problem will be solved tomorrow. I'll keep you informed.

Don

 

[widowmaker2011]

Thanks everyone. I sent a copy of this page to my dealer requesting that he have the mechanic talke a look see. Maybe the problem will be solved tomorrow. I'll keep you informed.

Don

Without seeing it , I cannot say for sure , but your description fits it to a tee. ray:

 

[poolratt]

I have this vibration also but I feel it primarily in the footpegs. Is this where you guys are feeling it also?