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CVO Technical => Wheels/Tires/Suspension/Brakes => Topic started by: 16HD117 on June 11, 2009, 04:36:50 PM

Title: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: 16HD117 on June 11, 2009, 04:36:50 PM
Anyone with the AK-20's have a problem with a the front springs squeaking after installation?  When you're sitting still and bounce the front end you can hear the springs rubbing the inside of the tubes or outside of the cartridges.  Traxxion told me that sometimes the springs aren't seated properly at installation but will seat themselves after putting some miles on them.

 :nixweiss: :nixweiss:

I have about 700 miles on them now and they still squeak.  Will be doing another 600 mile ride this weekend.  If they are still squeaking when I get back then it's going back to Traxxion!

I want to point out that Traxxion has been very concerned about my problem and I'm sure they will do what's necessary to fix it!

 :2vrolijk_21: :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: Black Diamond on June 11, 2009, 04:48:49 PM
Tommy

I'll be watching for your follow up. I just talked with Mike @ Traxxion. I'm heading there on the 24th, I hope.

JW
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: 16HD117 on June 11, 2009, 05:12:16 PM
Quote from: Black Diamond on June 11, 2009, 04:48:49 PM
Tommy

I'll be watching for your follow up. I just talked with Mike @ Traxxion. I'm heading there on the 24th, I hope.

JW

Still waiting on engine repairs?
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: sadunbar on June 11, 2009, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: 07hd110 on June 11, 2009, 04:36:50 PM
Anyone with the AK-20's have a problem with a the front springs squeaking after installation?  When you're sitting still and bounce the front end you can hear the springs rubbing the inside of the tubes or outside of the cartridges.  Traxxion told me that sometimes the springs aren't seated properly at installation but will seat themselves after putting some miles on them.

 :nixweiss: :nixweiss:

I have about 700 miles on them now and they still squeak.  Will be doing another 600 mile ride this weekend.  If they are still squeaking when I get back then it's going back to Traxxion!

I want to point out that Traxxion has been very concerned about my problem and I'm sure they will do what's necessary to fix it!

 :2vrolijk_21: :2vrolijk_21:

nope... :nixweiss:
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: SBB on June 11, 2009, 05:49:57 PM
Quote from: 07hd110 on June 11, 2009, 04:36:50 PM
Anyone with the AK-20's have a problem with a the front springs squeaking after installation?  When you're sitting still and bounce the front end you can hear the springs rubbing the inside of the tubes or outside of the cartridges.  Traxxion told me that sometimes the springs aren't seated properly at installation but will seat themselves after putting some miles on them.

 :nixweiss: :nixweiss:

I have about 700 miles on them now and they still squeak.  Will be doing another 600 mile ride this weekend.  If they are still squeaking when I get back then it's going back to Traxxion!

I want to point out that Traxxion has been very concerned about my problem and I'm sure they will do what's necessary to fix it!

 :2vrolijk_21: :2vrolijk_21:


nope... :nixweiss:
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: FNGw/08SERK on June 11, 2009, 05:53:38 PM
Tommy, I'm dealing with the same issue. Around 1500 miles on them.

Howie
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: 16HD117 on June 11, 2009, 06:45:20 PM
Quote from: GH on June 11, 2009, 05:53:38 PM
Tommy, I'm dealing with the same issue. Around 1500 miles on them.

Howie

Have you talked to Traxxion about it?
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: FNGw/08SERK on June 11, 2009, 07:19:18 PM
Quote from: 07hd110 on June 11, 2009, 06:45:20 PM
Have you talked to Traxxion about it?
I have and need to get back to them to see what to do next. It was discussed before i left their shop and given the same explanation.... they would seat as I put some miles on.
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: hard10 on June 11, 2009, 07:38:25 PM
Quote from: SBB on June 11, 2009, 05:49:57 PM

nope... :nixweiss:

Ditto
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: Black Diamond on June 11, 2009, 09:21:53 PM
Quote from: 07hd110 on June 11, 2009, 05:12:16 PM
Still waiting on engine repairs?

Yep, intake valve guide trouble. Should be back soon!

JW
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: 16HD117 on June 18, 2009, 12:33:36 PM
Well I now have about 1300 miles on the AK-20's and they still squeak.  When I got back from my weekend trip Sunday I also noticed that the front tire is starting to feather on the right outside 1/3 of the tread.
 :nixweiss: :nixweiss:

I called Mike Hardy at Traxxion today and he said that the squeak is not normal.  I have an appointment 6/29 to have them check it out.
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: 16HD117 on June 25, 2009, 04:35:02 PM
Quote from: 07hd110 on June 18, 2009, 12:33:36 PM
Well I now have about 1300 miles on the AK-20's and they still squeak.  When I got back from my weekend trip Sunday I also noticed that the front tire is starting to feather on the right outside 1/3 of the tread.
 :nixweiss: :nixweiss:

I called Mike Hardy at Traxxion today and he said that the squeak is not normal.  I have an appointment 6/29 to have them check it out.

Changed my appointment to tomorrow.  I'll post the results when I'm back home Saturday.  Wish me luck!
 :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: Sean M Cary on June 25, 2009, 07:43:34 PM
Twolane and I figured this one out in the Nitrogen thread...

Its horny birds or something.
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: SBB on June 25, 2009, 08:22:23 PM
Quote from: Florida Marine on June 25, 2009, 07:43:34 PM
Twolane and I figured this one out in the Nitrogen thread...

Its horny birds or something.


Quote
Don

Not to start anything but your post made me think of something.

GH and Tommy are complaining about squeaking in their front end after they had Traxxion installed.

Wonder if they have nitrogen in their tires and don't realize where the squeaking is coming from?


And I'm chopped liver?

 :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss:
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: Sean M Cary on June 25, 2009, 08:35:32 PM
Quote from: SBB on June 25, 2009, 08:22:23 PM


And I'm chopped liver?

 :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss:

you are welcome to a horny bird also...
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: Twolanerider on June 25, 2009, 11:40:28 PM
Quote from: SBB on June 25, 2009, 08:22:23 PM


And I'm chopped liver?

 :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss:

No one said there was going to be a quiz.  Dammit.  It's ok.  I can figure this one out.  We have the technology.....



Chip:
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: Twolanerider on June 25, 2009, 11:40:55 PM
Chopped liver:
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: Twolanerider on June 25, 2009, 11:41:34 PM
There it is.  Definitive proof that Chip is not chopped liver :bananarock: :drink: :bananarock: !
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: Sean M Cary on June 26, 2009, 06:12:26 AM
Quote from: Twolanerider on June 25, 2009, 11:41:34 PM
There it is.  Definitive proof that Chip is not chopped liver :bananarock: :drink: :bananarock: !

Indubitably
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: FNGw/08SERK on June 26, 2009, 09:44:22 AM
A few days away and look what transpires .........  :zthread: :zwtf: :stop:
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: 16HD117 on June 27, 2009, 04:09:12 PM
Arrived at Taxxion yesterday at 9:00am and talked to Mike Hardy about the squeak and front tire tread feathering.  He confirmed the noise and said that my bike and Howie's (GH) are the only two HD's that have had a squeak after the AK-20 install.  He said that he didn't think the tire wear was related to suspension.  He asked if I rode aggressively in turns.  Who me? No way!
 :nixweiss:

They pulled the bike in and tore the front forks down and guess what....  No sign of any rubbing anywhere!  With the noise it was making I felt sure that there would be signs of two parts rubbing together.  The shock oil was as clear as it was 1200 miles ago.  No scuff marks, rubbing or polishing.
 :(

They had the bike back together by twelve.  Mike called my back to the shop and bounced the front end.  Squeak was still there!  After the tech did a test ride I got on to do the same, bounced the front end, no squeak!

Mike assured me that everything related to the AK-20 install is right, I believe him! 

Judy and I headed home about 2:00PM in 95+ heat through the worst traffic I've every ridden in on I-75 and I-20!  We stopped at a rest area on I-20 to cool off.  The heat was really getting to Judy.  She took a towel to the rest room to wet it down and use it to cool off.  She came out complaining the the automatic faucets only dispensed warm water.  Told her to give it to me.  I took it back to the restroom and brought it back and put it around her neck.  It was ice cold.  She asked me how I got it so cold.  Told her I found a fairly clean toilet, dropped the towel in and flushed it a few times!  It felt pretty good when she hit me in the back with the towel in question!  Finally told her that I wet it in the water fountain!
 :P

Any way, when we got home I shut the bike off, bounced the front end and the squeak was back!  One good thing about it you can't hear the squeak over the Rineharts!
 :)



Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: Twolanerider on June 27, 2009, 04:17:45 PM
Quote from: 07hd110 on June 27, 2009, 04:09:12 PM

Any way, when we got home I shut the bike off, bounced the front end and the squeak was back!  One good thing about it you can't hear the squeak over the Rineharts!
 :)



I'm glad it's not a problem Tommy.  But just knowing something is there is going to bug the crap out of you now.  Good luck with finding whatever it is.
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: 16HD117 on June 27, 2009, 04:41:51 PM
Quote from: Twolanerider on June 27, 2009, 04:17:45 PM

I'm glad it's not a problem Tommy.  But just knowing something is there is going to bug the crap out of you now.   Good luck with finding whatever it is.

Yep!
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: SBB on June 27, 2009, 06:09:35 PM


That doesn't bode well for GH.

 :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss:
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: FNGw/08SERK on June 28, 2009, 06:30:59 PM
Quote from: SBB on June 27, 2009, 06:09:35 PM

That doesn't bode well for GH.

 :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss:
Doesn't sound promising does it?? Sorry to hear this Tommy ..... Don hit the nail right on the head. Once you know it's there it's hard to dismiss  :nixweiss:
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: ultrafxr on June 28, 2009, 07:45:01 PM
Well chit Tommy I'm  sorry that your squeek is still ther.  But I guess it is harmless.
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: Black Diamond on June 28, 2009, 08:11:31 PM
I think I just remain on HOLD for a bit to see whats what!

JW
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: FNGw/08SERK on June 29, 2009, 10:03:29 AM
Quote from: Black Diamond on June 28, 2009, 08:11:31 PM
I think I just remain on HOLD for a bit to see whats what!

JW
The change in handling characteristics is outstanding. I wouldn't wait Jeff. We'll get her figured out!!  :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: Black Diamond on June 29, 2009, 10:30:09 AM
Quote from: GH on June 29, 2009, 10:03:29 AM
The change in handling characteristics is outstanding. I wouldn't wait Jeff. We'll get her figured out!!  :2vrolijk_21:

Well there's also the issue of funds.  :o LOL

JW
Title: Re: Noisey AK-20's
Post by: 16HD117 on June 29, 2009, 11:24:06 AM
Quote from: Black Diamond on June 29, 2009, 10:30:09 AM
Well there's also the issue of funds.  :o LOL

JW

I'm sure there's some Obama stimulus money that will cover the install!
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