strange sound

[ab37752]

i have a 2004 ridgeback at times while riding at normal speeds when you accellerate it will make a high pitch or squeal like sound.could i have a compression plug going bad. thanks for any help.:

 

[Brew]

Welcome from Washington State, hope you enjoy the site. I would suggest you go to the introduction section and introduce yourself to the form, if you please.
The compression releases work during start up only, so no, I would say your issue might be a rear tire alignment issue causing your drive belt to rub on your pulley or it could be a loose motor mount. I would start by checking your upper motor mount (Below the tank) since that one seems to loosen up at times. If it's not that then take a bar of soap and rub the edge of your drive belt with it and take a test ride and see if the sound is gone. If it is then you know your rear tire might be out of alignment.
Good luck...

 

[ab37752]

thanks ill try that

 

[Raywood]

I agree with Rob, sound like belt squeul. Adjust the tension. I use belt dressing on mine now that you can get at an auto parts store.

Welcome to the site

 

[mml03102]

I had that same noise and was advised to try rubbing soap on the belt and it did stop the squeel . It was good to know thats all it was.

 

[ab37752]

i adjusted the tire and the sound is gone.thanks guys,so glad to get rid of the noise. anthony