Re: Vibrating RS Side Panel

[Erik Miner <Axeis@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Andrew this is what I'd try:

Try removing the panel and re installing it, looking for any 
abnormalities in fit etc.

If you have a GOOD dealer see if you can get them to swap that panel 
with another one. If it doesn't vibrate then try and get it replaced 
under warranty ( that's where a GOOD dealer comes in)
 
I'd also consider the following:

Putting more miles on the bike. It maybe a break in thing that'll go 
away as the motor smooths out.

Also check that the chain is running true, and that it has no kinks. 
isn't too tight , too loose. It maybe that you have a bad chain. 
Triumph had a recall on some chains. Your's maybe in the bad lot. 
Especially since the vibes are on the drive side of the bike it maybe 
a drive line issue.

Lastly check wheel balance , I've seen out of round out of balance 
tires manifest themselves in strange ways.

Good Luck,

Erik

 


>I am having problems with the left side panel on my new RS. When travelling
>between 70 & 80 mph I get an annoying vibration against my inner thigh. I
>have adjusted the fit of the side panel and made sure all the screws and
>bolts are tight but this has not cured it. There seems to be more play in
>the left panel than the right one.
>
>I think the wind is getting under the pointed front of the side panel and
>causing this vibration at high speed. The front of the panel is held in
>place by a lug going through a grommet and there doesn't seem to be any way
>to adjust this connection ...or is there?
>
>Have any of you RS owners had this problem?
>
>Thanks
>
>Andrew
>2000 Orange RS
>
>
>
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