creaky frame

clarkson
clarkson Posts: 1,641
edited November 2007 in MTB workshop & tech
i think my frame is creaking, 2006 specialized enduro exopert, ex demo.

it soubnds as though its coming from the fornt triangle, and only happens when making sharp terms or slaloming stuff.

i had a problem similar a few weeks ago, but was solved by tightening the rear qr. could it just be a case of tightening something?
has someone else had this problem?

any help much appreciated.
I said hit the brakes not the tree!!

2006 Specialized Enduro Expert
http://www.pinkbike.com/photo/3192886/

2008 Custom Merlin Malt 4
http://www.pinkbike.com/photo/2962222/

2008 GT Avalanche Expert
http://www.pinkbike.com/photo/3453980/

Comments

  • dav1
    dav1 Posts: 1,298
    my bike had this for a while. Turned out it was the ends of the cable outers moving in their stops. Check this, the handlebars and everything else in the area to makse sure its not come loose.
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  • Syncros
    Syncros Posts: 141
    same here, cable ends
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  • clarkson
    clarkson Posts: 1,641
    havde checked it today, and it appears that it was just the rear shock botls that needed tightening up a bit. it doesnt make that noise anyway, although i can only really tell onn a proper ride.
    I said hit the brakes not the tree!!

    2006 Specialized Enduro Expert
    http://www.pinkbike.com/photo/3192886/

    2008 Custom Merlin Malt 4
    http://www.pinkbike.com/photo/2962222/

    2008 GT Avalanche Expert
    http://www.pinkbike.com/photo/3453980/
  • Check the bearings in the frame - they could be worn or loose