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Manuel Raptor
I need advice on how to fix my shocks they squeek very loud. I can hear it almost over the exhaust. [Confused]
In Excess
sounds like what stonehedge wants you to do is dip the bike in oil [Big Grin] [Big Grin]
Manuel Raptor
It's not the A arms. I for some reason think it's the shocks I can hear it in the rear most.
SANDSPANKER
I've got the perfect idea, you should just wear earplugs!!!!!!!!!!! that might work
SAL
get a louder pipe
scottcalvin
quote:
Originally posted by SAL:
get a louder pipe

Thats funny! [Razz] My Honda doesn't sqeek! [Wink]
tony_250r
First you need to isolate the squeak. This is how I do it. I use a long length of fuel line or an equivalent. Place one end in you ear, the other end near the squeak. Now actuate the suspension so that the squeak sounds off. Move the hose around until the squeak gets louder. Where the hose transfers the loudest squeak, stop and look at the location of the hose, it should be near the area of concern.

If it's the shock shaft, try spraying it with silicone shock oil, WD40 or any lubricating oil that's compatible with the shocks you run.
Manuel Raptor
thanks guys if it is the shock what should I do???
downhillin1
Sell it and buy a DS650! [Big Grin]
Kennie
Need new bearings and lube. Check that first then some w-d40 jk
Sean250r
M,Raptor,take your time & try to isolate the "squeak".Listen carefully see if you can find it.Dont soak your parts in lube,they`ll only collect sand etc...Sometimes it will only make noise because it`s dirty etc.My rear shock on my "r" did the same thing.I finally took off my rear shock (easy) & lubed the upper bushing.Be patient look around,Sean
Manuel Raptor
thanks Kennie, Sean250r I'll probably it off this weekend , hopefully all the tips you gave me will solve my problem
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