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R5 head and cylinder dampers

Started by Greaser Greg, November 21, 2019, 11:36:59 AM

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Greaser Greg

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Quote from: Greaser Greg on November 21, 2019, 11:36:59 AM
How important are these?
https://www.economycycle.com/shop/yamaha-rd250350400r5ds6ds7-parts/frame-related/rubber-parts/yamaha-rd250350rd400r5ds7-cylinderhead-rubber-damper-kit/

They are supposed to keep the noise down, they dampen the "ringing" noise. I don't use them and I believe most people remove them as well unless you are doing a full on resto.
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