Windscreen chafing
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Windscreen chafing
Just bought a '01 F4i used that's pretty immaculate, but there's an interesting problem; with the bars full left, the brake reservoir chafes against a windscreen screw. It's an aftermarket tinted screen, so I feel like that might have something to do with it, but has anyone heard of this happening? The bike is structurally sound and the forks are straight, fairings straight and correct, at least it feels fine, so I dont think the chafe was caused by something like a wreck. I've got no idea.
Input is appreciated.
Input is appreciated.
#2
#3
RE: Windscreen chafing
A low side, eh? There is some VERY faint scratches on the right side, but it looks more like a slo-mo drop. If it was caused by a low side, what would be the principal thing that's tweaked? Nothing looks off in the, uh, cockpit or whatever, or from the outside. I'll check out adjusting the reservoir.
I appreciate the reply.
Best,
L
I appreciate the reply.
Best,
L
#4
RE: Windscreen chafing
I have an aftermarket windscreen on my bike too, and i think i remember the time or two i've taken it off, there were different length screws that held it on. If you have different length screws, try putting the shorter ones on that top right side of the windscreen. Or you could cut the screw shorter. Just an idea for a cheap fix.
#5
RE: Windscreen chafing
True, you could just shave the screw or use a shorter one. However, you wouldn't really be solving the problem because you don't really know what it is. It could be a bit serious...maybe the forks could be bent a little or something...dunno. You gotta check
Try checking the front cowl too. Maybe it's crooked or bent so that the screw is chaffing the cap. Check for symmetery.
Try checking the front cowl too. Maybe it's crooked or bent so that the screw is chaffing the cap. Check for symmetery.
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RE: Windscreen chafing
I had the same problem but thats because I cracked my upper fairing bracket and it bent it down....all my screws were the same length, If your mirrors arent exactly the same spot on both sides your upper fairing or lower fairing bracket may be bent, even though you changed the screws already you may want to check the brackets, the upper fairing bracket is like cast aluminum or somthing