Windshield Motor Noise

[usaffjr]

My windshield motor just started making noises the other day. It sounds like plastic is rubbing somewhere and it is adjusting much slower than usual on the way up. I can't see anywhere that is rubbing. Note that I added a rifle shield this summer... On the way down, it works just fine. I have ~18k miles. Thoughts?

[HotRodZilla]

A few people have had to take the assembly apart and put lithium grease on the parts that rub. Dirt and crap gets in there, so grease and a cleaning may fix your issue.

[usaffjr]

Ok, I'll give it a shot.

[Name Etc.]

worked for me. It also started jumping on the way up. Cleaning and I used dupont dry wax spray on it without taking it apart.
i buy it at Lowes and have been using it on the SV chain for years. I lube kickstands and brake and clutch levers with it.
my bad. that link was wrong stuff. this is what I use. still buy at Lowe's
http://www.webbikeworld.com/t2/motorcyc ... n-lube.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[raYzerman]

I wouldn't use grease that would attract dirt......... the teflon idea sounds better or a graphite spray. Prolly good to completely cycle the system once in a while. I'm going to tear mine down to see what bushings may be wearing, it's 6 years old after all....

[usaffjr]

I use it daily... so lack of use wouldnt be a problem!! I'll take it apart next weekend and see what I can find.