Jayzonk Posted May 28, 2021 Share Posted May 28, 2021 I added the Puig beak to my 2020 Tracer and I can move it slightly up and down when I put pressure on the tip. I've checked the two screws and the two clips, and everything is snug. Is the beak supposed to have some play? During the install. I noticed that the inner lip on the beak just slides into a groove but doesn't fit snugly. Have I done something wrong? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Popular Post micah2074 Posted May 28, 2021 Premium Member Popular Post Share Posted May 28, 2021 It’s floppy because it doesn’t belong there. Remove that atrocity at once. 9 10 Let’s go Brandon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayzonk Posted May 28, 2021 Author Share Posted May 28, 2021 As a man and a member of the human race, I instinctively tend to protect things that are floppy, not remove them. 😁 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whisperquiet Posted May 28, 2021 Share Posted May 28, 2021 If your beak remains floppy, try this. 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HGP61 Posted May 28, 2021 Share Posted May 28, 2021 8 hours ago, micah2074 said: It’s floppy because it doesn’t belong there. Remove that atrocity at once If mine is nice and stiff does that mean it does belong there. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayzonk Posted May 28, 2021 Author Share Posted May 28, 2021 2 hours ago, whisperquiet said: If your beak remains floppy, try this. It will only be stiff for 24 hours lol. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBB Posted May 29, 2021 Share Posted May 29, 2021 My beak is proud, strong and never floppy. Check yours is well attached at the root and give it a shine after a hard ride. A protective coat sometimes helps if you’re riding in dirty conditions, and you should always proceed with caution when trying a new route. I prefer a smooth ride as the extra vibrations from rougher conditions may cause some temporary discomfort. If you are still experiencing difficulties with your beak after some basic checks, you should seek professional help from someone who has seen other beaks and who may be able to offer you extra support. 1 1 Red 2015 Tracer, UK spec (well, it was until I started messing with it...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillEmAll4u Posted May 29, 2021 Share Posted May 29, 2021 You beakers are just *way* out of control! Lol 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayzonk Posted May 29, 2021 Author Share Posted May 29, 2021 Well, beaks are for pecking, so you could call it a beak or a pecker, either way. I checked underneath last night and saw that my beak had cracked off at the root: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayzonk Posted May 29, 2021 Author Share Posted May 29, 2021 I realized that there was no point on trying to save it....it would be flopping around in the wind and would eventually dangle and get caught in the wheel, so I decided to remove it myself: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayzonk Posted May 29, 2021 Author Share Posted May 29, 2021 So I am now a beakless bastard with a newly installed top box: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayzonk Posted May 29, 2021 Author Share Posted May 29, 2021 Not sure anyone will notice the lack of a bulge in front but I will. Time to see a shrink! 👨⚕️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayzonk Posted May 29, 2021 Author Share Posted May 29, 2021 Top box added. Feels pretty rigid LOL. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporting Member texscottyd Posted May 30, 2021 Supporting Member Share Posted May 30, 2021 On 5/29/2021 at 9:23 AM, Jayzonk said: Top box added. Feels pretty rigid LOL. You know what would really balance that top box out visually? A nice beak…. 😳 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBB Posted May 30, 2021 Share Posted May 30, 2021 It would be even more balanced if he took that miniature dog off the saddle. Red 2015 Tracer, UK spec (well, it was until I started messing with it...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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