Hi... I have a 2012 RT Se5. Lately when I ride and give it a handful of throttle at around 4000rnp I get what sounds like a screaming bearing sound. Now it doesn't do it all the time and I think its more prevalent when its cooler. If I take it out of gear and rev the engine in neutral through the rev rage its normal [as a V twin can be] which leads me to think its the transmission that's making the noise. Its definitely not drive train related and not engine related... any ideas? I didn't really notice it until I rode it without a helmet on.. sounds normal like I say until you give it some welly... if you ride it at a steady rate it doesn't make the noise...odd!
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998cc Odd Bearing type sound.
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Snowbelt Spyder
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Well, put your helmet back on. Kidding.
Could it be this:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lo4Rhuev6h5Nzarx6LrT31DWktWwMByq/view?usp=sharing
Could it be this:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lo4Rhuev6h5Nzarx6LrT31DWktWwMByq/view?usp=sharing
Snowbelt Spyder
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No. The cogs (teeth) on the belt keep that from happening. If you want to try a quick go/no go, wash the belt with some soapy water, leave it on there wet, and go out and check for the noise. It’s temporary, but it will let you know if it’s the belt.
Snowbelt Spyder
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So then, one last thing. As that bulletin says, you might want to consider having the belt tension checked. I think that belt would benefit from setting the tension lower in the band. Many run their tension at the lower end of the band anyway, because it helps to reduce belt vibration. A lot of posts on here about that. Of course, messing with the tension messes with the alignment, and back and forth. It's an easy DIY job if you are so inclined and have the tools, or you can take it to the shop. Good luck. Stay well.
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