Whining / whistling noise from front tire area of 2018 klx 250

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Old Sep 1, 2021 | 11:50 PM
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Default Whining / whistling noise from front tire area of 2018 klx 250

Greetings all,

I bought a used 2018 klx 250 with 2300 miles, so far have been real happy with the bike, particularly after I replaced the seat with one from Seargent!

Ever since I have had the bike there is an obnoxious almost whistling noise from either the front brakes or axle. I have replaced the brake pads then treated the new ones with an anti-squeak spray - but with no success…

Next I will pull the brake pads and take a spin to rule out the brakes. I’ll report my findings, in the meantime, does anyone have any experience with this or advise / suggestions?

thanks!
 
Old Sep 2, 2021 | 01:43 PM
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Before you pull brake pads, try squirting a little WD-40 between the speedometer drive and the wheel hub. Do a search on Speedometer Drive to see the full story.
 
Old Sep 2, 2021 | 02:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Tohopko
Before you pull brake pads, try squirting a little WD-40 between the speedometer drive and the wheel hub. Do a search on Speedometer Drive to see the full story.
OK.. sounds like a great "first step" plan... I'll let you know how it works...
 
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