(10-10-2014, 03:16 PM)gossman_imp Wrote: [ -> ]I wear motorcycle gloves with pads in the palms. I have had several motorcycles that some have reported on forums problems with buzziness. My opinion is that there are those who have different tolerances to rpms and that quality gloves make a difference.
Same here. My old FT-500 would shake the chrome off the mirrors. The gloves weren't the perfect answer but they definitely extended my riding range.
I've noticed what you're talking about, to a degree. It's pretty much stopped now, but I had a few rides on hotter days this summer in which the bike started out feeling normal (i.e., pretty smooth), but after a couple of stops in traffic, plus some low speed riding that gave it an opportunity to really warm up, started to get noticeably more vibey. I'd start out with a smooth bike, and by the time I got home I had vibes in the bars, seat, and pegs where I hadn't had them before. I thought it was really odd....nothing I've ever experienced w/ another bike.
Anyway, that was this summer. Three things have changed since then...the bike now has another 500 miles or so (it's just over 2,000 now), the temps have dropped quite a bit, and I did the throttle position sensor thing recommended elsewhere (which really did seem to make a difference). Now it feels smooth pretty much all the time.
(10-09-2014, 12:48 PM)Flynrider_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (10-09-2014, 12:15 PM)OldF7Guy_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (10-08-2014, 03:05 PM)Flynrider_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (10-07-2014, 11:55 PM)CIP57_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (10-07-2014, 11:28 PM)cbfan_imp Wrote: [ -> ]Being a retired aircraft mechanic I was sometimes tasked with fixing vibrations/"buzzing" at different power settings. Nine times out of ten I would find chaffing conditions in the engine compartment. Check your bike out to assure there is no metal on metal contact anyplace. I have an FJR and installed engine guards with highway pegs, at installation I didn't catch the peg bracket was chaffing some plastic.................at certain speeds I would get a minor buzzing sensation...........repositioning the bracket cleared it.
CB,
Thanks for your response. I have not added much in the way of mods to the bike. I did take the shield off last week to see if there may be some buffeting going on but the bike actual felt a bit better at speed with it on.
There was a post i responded to (can't remember the thread) where a member said his older CB750 felt less vibs then our bikes. I responded that my GS1100 is much smoother at highway speeds than the CB.
(10-07-2014, 11:38 PM)Gypped_imp Wrote: [ -> ]I've found mine to be very vibey most of the time, to be honest. When I first bought the bike last year, I had planned on putting a LOT of miles on it.. but I'm just taking it in this morning for the 8k service (they threw in a prepaid maint plan, 2 years unlimited miles, everything covered but tires and brake pads).
Unfortunately, my hands go completely numb in about 45 minutes on the backroads or highway, or in about 20 minutes with city riding. It doesn't seem to come through the tank or pegs much, just the bars. I've tried re-positioning the bars, making sure the dampers and bars were set up properly, and new bar end weights - none have helped much.
I actually bought a N1k about 2 months ago as well, spectacular bike but a bit too much to trust myself with on my daily commute. I work nights, and the stock lights were absolutely terrible. Even replaced, it's way too easy to ride too fast for them.
My hands never feel that bad even after a tank of riding. Riding my GSXR750 would give me pins and needles after 100 miles.
The N1K is a great bike. I found it to be smooth and has a great gearbox. A little more aggressive position than my XX, the faster you go the smoother and more comfortable it gets.
Yeah, that was me. I found it particularly interesting since the CB750 is not equipped with bar end weights for vibration damping.
I've been experimenting for the last few weeks and have been finding that typical cruise rpms on the CB11 (around 4K) is where the buzz is most prominent. At one point last week I noticed that the bike seemed like it was running smoother. That's when I looked down and noticed that I'd neglected to shift into 5th gear (again!) and the bike was humming along at 5K rpm in 4th.
As I posted previously, having owned many vibier (is that a word?) twins, the CB11's buzz isn't much of an issue with me.
Yeah, that was me. I found it particularly interesting since the CB750 is not equipped with bar end weights for vibration damping.
I've been experimenting for the last few weeks and have been finding that typical cruise rpms on the CB11 (around 4K) is where the buzz is most prominent. At one point last week I noticed that the bike seemed like it was running smoother. That's when I looked down and noticed that I'd neglected to shift into 5th gear (again!) and the bike was humming along at 5K rpm in 4th.
As I posted previously, having owned many vibier (is that a word?) twins, the CB11's buzz isn't much of an issue with me.
Flynrider, my 750 has a slight buzz at 61 mph or about 4100 rpm. Does yours? Its not terrible but you notice it. I feel it through the grips mostly. Otherwise, its as smooth as butter.
I haven't noticed it, but then again my typical highway speed is usually above 70 mph. I'll give it a try this weekend and get back to you.
I haven't noticed it, but then again my typical highway speed is usually above 70 mph. I'll give it a try this weekend and get back to you.
Hey F7, I gave it a try this afternoon and I did feel a very slight vibe at around 4K. It wasn't much though. I never would have noticed it if you hadn't pointed it out
(10-12-2014, 10:23 AM)Flynrider_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (10-09-2014, 12:48 PM)Flynrider_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (10-09-2014, 12:15 PM)OldF7Guy_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (10-08-2014, 03:05 PM)Flynrider_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (10-07-2014, 11:55 PM)CIP57_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (10-07-2014, 11:28 PM)cbfan_imp Wrote: [ -> ]Being a retired aircraft mechanic I was sometimes tasked with fixing vibrations/"buzzing" at different power settings. Nine times out of ten I would find chaffing conditions in the engine compartment. Check your bike out to assure there is no metal on metal contact anyplace. I have an FJR and installed engine guards with highway pegs, at installation I didn't catch the peg bracket was chaffing some plastic.................at certain speeds I would get a minor buzzing sensation...........repositioning the bracket cleared it.
CB,
Thanks for your response. I have not added much in the way of mods to the bike. I did take the shield off last week to see if there may be some buffeting going on but the bike actual felt a bit better at speed with it on.
There was a post i responded to (can't remember the thread) where a member said his older CB750 felt less vibs then our bikes. I responded that my GS1100 is much smoother at highway speeds than the CB.
(10-07-2014, 11:38 PM)Gypped_imp Wrote: [ -> ]I've found mine to be very vibey most of the time, to be honest. When I first bought the bike last year, I had planned on putting a LOT of miles on it.. but I'm just taking it in this morning for the 8k service (they threw in a prepaid maint plan, 2 years unlimited miles, everything covered but tires and brake pads).
Unfortunately, my hands go completely numb in about 45 minutes on the backroads or highway, or in about 20 minutes with city riding. It doesn't seem to come through the tank or pegs much, just the bars. I've tried re-positioning the bars, making sure the dampers and bars were set up properly, and new bar end weights - none have helped much.
I actually bought a N1k about 2 months ago as well, spectacular bike but a bit too much to trust myself with on my daily commute. I work nights, and the stock lights were absolutely terrible. Even replaced, it's way too easy to ride too fast for them.
My hands never feel that bad even after a tank of riding. Riding my GSXR750 would give me pins and needles after 100 miles.
The N1K is a great bike. I found it to be smooth and has a great gearbox. A little more aggressive position than my XX, the faster you go the smoother and more comfortable it gets.
Yeah, that was me. I found it particularly interesting since the CB750 is not equipped with bar end weights for vibration damping.
I've been experimenting for the last few weeks and have been finding that typical cruise rpms on the CB11 (around 4K) is where the buzz is most prominent. At one point last week I noticed that the bike seemed like it was running smoother. That's when I looked down and noticed that I'd neglected to shift into 5th gear (again!) and the bike was humming along at 5K rpm in 4th.
As I posted previously, having owned many vibier (is that a word?) twins, the CB11's buzz isn't much of an issue with me.
Yeah, that was me. I found it particularly interesting since the CB750 is not equipped with bar end weights for vibration damping.
I've been experimenting for the last few weeks and have been finding that typical cruise rpms on the CB11 (around 4K) is where the buzz is most prominent. At one point last week I noticed that the bike seemed like it was running smoother. That's when I looked down and noticed that I'd neglected to shift into 5th gear (again!) and the bike was humming along at 5K rpm in 4th.
As I posted previously, having owned many vibier (is that a word?) twins, the CB11's buzz isn't much of an issue with me.
Flynrider, my 750 has a slight buzz at 61 mph or about 4100 rpm. Does yours? Its not terrible but you notice it. I feel it through the grips mostly. Otherwise, its as smooth as butter.
I haven't noticed it, but then again my typical highway speed is usually above 70 mph. I'll give it a try this weekend and get back to you.
I haven't noticed it, but then again my typical highway speed is usually above 70 mph. I'll give it a try this weekend and get back to you.
Hey F7, I gave it a try this afternoon and I did feel a very slight vibe at around 4K. It wasn't much though. I never would have noticed it if you hadn't pointed it out
I haven't noticed it, but then again my typical highway speed is usually above 70 mph. I'll give it a try this weekend and get back to you.
Hey F7, I gave it a try this afternoon and I did feel a very slight vibe at around 4K. It wasn't much though. I never would have noticed it if you hadn't pointed it out
I think they all do it right at that spot and its a characteristic of that particular engine. Its not a big deal to me either. THe only time I notice it is when Im riding a 2 lane at that speed and its sort of a onboard signal telling my brain to slow down a tad.
The only time I have never felt vibration on a motorcycle happens at the same time I'm not feeling buffeting from the wind. It's when I am sitting on the bike in the garage and it's not running.
Hi folks
I am a new member and went straight to this thread. I bought a 2014 in July and it started out smooth as liquid silk and then a little buzz that just gradually got worse and worse until 5400 km (3400 mi) later it buzzes so bad I can only ride it about an hour before my arms go numb. Honda told me this is normal and would not do any work on the bike. I was very sad to see so many post with similar complaints because it seems this is normal. Honda tried to tell me it was the wind shield I put on, then said it was the heated grips I had them put on. (I live in Canada). It is the engine. Has anyone had any luck fixing this problem or getting a warranty rebuild?
Maybe the damper needs adjusting? Or check the torque on the front end nuts and bolts? Some have mentioned they found some not tight enough. It also has been mentioned that the bolts that hold the handlebar mounts could stand to be tightend up a tad ( the big ones with the rubber dampeners )although mine seem ok. Just some thoughts.
Do you have any other farkles besides the wind shield? That info might help someone provide a solution.
I don't want to be argumentative, but I would hardly characterize this vibration issue as "normall" or that "so many" people are experiencing it. I hope you find the source of your issue, Maz. The link Ferret posted does have lots of good info. The only buzz I get on this bike is from riding it
(10-14-2014, 04:10 PM)Maz_imp Wrote: [ -> ]Hi folks
I am a new member and went straight to this thread. I bought a 2014 in July and it started out smooth as liquid silk and then a little buzz that just gradually got worse and worse until 5400 km (3400 mi) later it buzzes so bad I can only ride it about an hour before my arms go numb. Honda told me this is normal and would not do any work on the bike. I was very sad to see so many post with similar complaints because it seems this is normal. Honda tried to tell me it was the wind shield I put on, then said it was the heated grips I had them put on. (I live in Canada). It is the engine. Has anyone had any luck fixing this problem or getting a warranty rebuild?
Does the buzz happen all the time now, from 1st start or does it get worse as it warms up.
If this is the case, I'd put some fresh oil in if you still have the 3400 mile stuff in. Some regular oil can really loose the numbers fast after 3k, the transmission is rough on oil.
Yes, I'm an oil nut! But it's worth a shot, right?
I noticed a big difference between fresh 10-30 and fresh 10-40?