Vibrations at 70-80MPH

[jlg]

Well, passed the 300 mile "break in", so decided to hit the interstate to see how the RT-S handles at 65+ MPH.
I think I hit the belt vibrations that others have mentioned -- about 70-75, all good unless I hit it to accelerate -- then a very rough vibration, but seems to only be during the acceleration or deceleration -- at steady state, the vibration smooths out, so seems that the belt is a good bet, yes?

Also, felt some pretty serious turbulence directly behind and 18 wheeler, but once I backed off, all good, and No problems when passing it....

This wee-beastie is pretty fun to ride!!!!!!!

 

[cuznjohn]

i have been very lucky because i have never felt any vibration that you and others mention

 

[MouthPiece]

With respect to the "semi" issue, have you had a laser alignment performed yet?

Chris

 

[Bob Denman]

That "Buzziness" is the belt...


...and it's normal.

 

[garb55]

i have been very lucky because i have never felt any vibration that you and others mention

Have you ridden it yet :shemademe_smilie:
sorry had to say that:roflblack:

 

[taxmyzer]

Well, passed the 300 mile "break in", so decided to hit the interstate to see how the RT-S handles at 65+ MPH.
I think I hit the belt vibrations that others have mentioned -- about 70-75, all good unless I hit it to accelerate -- then a very rough vibration, but seems to only be during the acceleration or deceleration -- at steady state, the vibration smooths out, so seems that the belt is a good bet, yes?

Also, felt some pretty serious turbulence directly behind and 18 wheeler, but once I backed off, all good, and No problems when passing it....

This wee-beastie is pretty fun to ride!!!!!!!

I would definitely have dealer check the belt tension. The tension on the 13's and up is higher than the earlier models and every once in awhile this can be forgotten. This was the case with my 13 RT-S had a different dealer check it and sure enough the belt tension was set for earlier models. Not saying this is your situation but it never hurts to check.
Once you have this taken care of I would suggest ordering a Bajaron sway bar kit to help with the crosswind behind 18 wheelers.

 

[jlg]

With respect to the "semi" issue, have you had a laser alignment performed yet?

Chris

Yes Chris, laser alignment done from the dealer before they sell any Spyder.

 

[jlg]

I would definitely have dealer check the belt tension. The tension on the 13's and up is higher than the earlier models and every once in awhile this can be forgotten. This was the case with my 13 RT-S had a different dealer check it and sure enough the belt tension was set for earlier models. Not saying this is your situation but it never hurts to check.
Once you have this taken care of I would suggest ordering a Bajaron sway bar kit to help with the crosswind behind 18 wheelers.

I actually ordered spring stiffeners because when I ride 2up, the front wheels tend to dig in on turns. The buffeting from the truck didn't affect the trike so much -- I just felt it myself.

 

[Bob Denman]

"Hudson Valley"...
Whereabouts? :thumbup:

I'm over in the Northeast corner of Sullivan County; between the Rondout and Neversink Reservoirs.

 

[jlg]

"Hudson Valley"...Whereabouts? :thumbup:I'm over in the Northeast corner of Sullivan County; between the Rondout and Neversink Reservoirs.

Hey Bob I'm in Dutchess county, southeast part. Once I get a little more practice I may have to come up and say Hi