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Oh yes, I have to admit... it was a stupid question What are you using a cruiser for?! For cruising of course My only concern was that these bikes with the small engine are not suited properly for long rides on high speeds abocve 60-70 mph. My bike is a bit noisy, but today at the cruiser workshop the guy assured me that everything is working fine, all the noises are normal for this type of bikes (V-twin engined). So... this weekend, I eventually get to Cornwall if the weather is good

So... I went in today to my local cruiser shop/workshop and asked them about the noises I hear from the engine. Answer... everything is ok The guy told me (I think his name is Phil), that these V-twin engines are really noisy in the first place and this is just normal. He asked me about the last time when the oil was changed (cca. 1k miles ago), but he assured me that all the noises I hear are normal, there is nothing wrong with the bike. If anybody is in need of quality bike accessories, I can't recommend them enough: Metric Cruisers, Bournemouth. I've actually came out with a replacement handle bar to start my customization works I'll keep you posted of my progress, eventually with some good photos! Good ride everybody!

Hi Guys, Thanks all to your quick replies. As you mentioned, it could be anything. I've had a look at the workshop manual... and really... there are quite a few things that could be wrong with it. I'll try to record the sound that it makes tomorrow and post it here... hope I manage to do it properly as the exhaust sound pretty good when idling So... First, specifications of the bike: 2004 XVS 125 Dragstar, 5200 miles, 3 previous owners. I have the bike since 4th March. I've been riding it almost every day, but noticed this strange sound just lately. First I thought it lacks of oil, but the oil level is normal, within limits. The sound it makes is almost like something runs dry, doesn't get enough oil or something. drewpy: chain is in very good condition, and it produces this noise even when it's standing still right from the start paulwhite: it is really hard to tell where is the noise coming from. First I thought it's coming from the left hand side of the front cylinder, but after moving to the other side of the bike I heard it coming from the engine compartment under the cylinders. dirtydt: if it's your ex... I get her out of there and post it to you in case you have any claims on her barkwindjammer: answer above I am sooo worried about it now, I don't want to ride it in this condition, not to make more damage to her. Every help is appreciated! Thanks!

Thanks Guys, I've actually started off to go to Cornwall this weekend, but the noise coming from the engine just killed my enthusiasm around Weymouth. I don't really know if the sound I'm hearing is normal or maybe there is something wrong with it. I've checked everything and thanks to you, neversaydie, I have a bit more knowledge about this bike. Although I think I will go to a mechanic with years of experience in this and let him listen to the engine.

Hi Everybody, I didn't really wanted to start a new topic, but even running a search, I couldn't find a decent answer to my question... I was wondering if anybody else has a strange noise coming from the engine or not. It is a constant "whistling-grinding" noise and I couldn't identify any corelation to speed, revs or anything else. It starts as I start the bike and continues even when is already warmed in and have some miles behind me. Any ideas where this could come from? Thanks!

Hi Girls/Guys, I thought we could share our experiences about long rides on a XVS 125... it could be useful for everybody to know how these machines perform on a longer ride. I would like to make some journeys along the south coast of England and being new to this bike, I would like to know if it is actually built for this purpose or not