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by exc-bob
Tue Sep 13, 2011 12:52 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Screeching noise when starting.
Replies: 7
Views: 2188

Re: Screeching noise when starting.

Being that it only does it when cold i would also say check or change the belt. I just spent 6 months chasing a similar noise had stater checked out and cleaned , readjusted the belt (that was farily new) and pulled the alternator and had it checked out. I took off the front cover and sprayed the be...
by exc-bob
Tue Apr 08, 2008 1:16 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Tire Recommendations Welcomed
Replies: 32
Views: 8141

Re: Tire Recommendations Welcomed

Stock Metzlers Z-4's were good but they quit making the rear size I needed. I did not like the looks of the Z-6's. The rear had no tread in the center and I ride a lot in the rain. My parts guy suggested Pilot roads. I'm on my second back and about to change the front again. I like the way they hand...