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Windshield Motor Noise
Posted: Thu Dec 19, 2013 11:50 pm
by usaffjr
My windshield motor just started making noises the other day. It sounds like plastic is rubbing somewhere and it is adjusting much slower than usual on the way up. I can't see anywhere that is rubbing. Note that I added a rifle shield this summer... On the way down, it works just fine. I have ~18k miles. Thoughts?
Re: Windshield Motor Noise
Posted: Fri Dec 20, 2013 12:23 am
by HotRodZilla
A few people have had to take the assembly apart and put lithium grease on the parts that rub. Dirt and crap gets in there, so grease and a cleaning may fix your issue.
Re: Windshield Motor Noise
Posted: Fri Dec 20, 2013 1:46 am
by usaffjr
Ok, I'll give it a shot.
Re: Windshield Motor Noise
Posted: Fri Dec 20, 2013 9:58 am
by Name Etc.
worked for me. It also started jumping on the way up. Cleaning and I used dupont dry wax spray on it without taking it apart.
i buy it at Lowes and have been using it on the SV chain for years. I lube kickstands and brake and clutch levers with it.
my bad. that link was wrong stuff. this is what I use. still buy at Lowe's
http://www.webbikeworld.com/t2/motorcyc ... n-lube.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Re: Windshield Motor Noise
Posted: Fri Dec 20, 2013 10:38 am
by raYzerman
I wouldn't use grease that would attract dirt......... the teflon idea sounds better or a graphite spray. Prolly good to completely cycle the system once in a while. I'm going to tear mine down to see what bushings may be wearing, it's 6 years old after all....
Re: Windshield Motor Noise
Posted: Fri Dec 20, 2013 9:37 pm
by usaffjr
I use it daily... so lack of use wouldnt be a problem!!
I'll take it apart next weekend and see what I can find.