10 wide glide Sharkey after 75

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Aug 2, 2024 | 06:48 AM

PGriordan

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10 wide glide Sharkey after 75

Just got this bike and was wonder how people feel on it over 75. Felt pretty sketchy at speeds. Has new fork seals. Definetly needs a front tire but was really surprised with the handling. It felt like my shovel. Is this a common complaint?

Aug 2, 2024 | 09:03 AM

Paintslinger16

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Kinda hard to understand, but if you know you need a tire, replace it first, probably before the 75 mph run, then report back.
otherwise, welcome

Aug 2, 2024 | 10:31 AM

PGriordan

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Originally Posted by Paintslinger16

Kinda hard to understand, but if you know you need a tire, replace it first, probably before the 75 mph run, then report back.
otherwise, welcome

It just feels shakey at high speeds. im going to get a tire done next week and ill get back to you.

Aug 2, 2024 | 10:41 AM

Paintslinger16

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Make sure it’s balanced and bearings are good. 75 shouldn’t be a issue

Aug 2, 2024 | 11:28 AM

nevil

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While you're doing the front tire, inspect the front motor mount. It's old enough to be concerned about it.

Aug 2, 2024 | 04:34 PM

Rusty Springs

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Have you tried adjusting the rear shocks? More preload may raise the back end and make it more stable.

Aug 4, 2024 | 08:56 AM

sharkey

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All of the above and fall-away. My 01 FXDXT would shake a bit at triple digit speeds, especially after letting off the throttle...I set fall away up just 1/16 extra turn over proper setting and it was cured. Be wary of steering dampers; they can mask a problem