Wobble?
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From: Midlothian, TX
Wobble?
I was out riding today for the first time in a week or so. I got out on the highway for a good stretch and when I hit 75mph the front end started wobbling pretty bad. Not enough to loose control or anything but very noticeable. When I would slow down it would calm down but anytime I went over 75 it would do it again. I never noticed this before but the bike only has like 250 miles on it.
Anyone else have this problem? It's a 2012 Superglide. The only thing I have done to it so far is a new seat and highway pegs.
Anyone else have this problem? It's a 2012 Superglide. The only thing I have done to it so far is a new seat and highway pegs.
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From: Montana
Mine wobbled a bit after about 1200 miles . I adjusted the tire pressure to spec. and made sure the front end fork adjustment nut was not loose. Since your bike is so new, Id go to the dealer and explain what is going on. That new it probably just needs a small adjustment on something.
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From: TOAK western branch
Start tappin spokes for a thud or two. Its a new bike so things are probably settling in.
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these new dynas do seem awefully sensitive to correct tire pressure and to having the nut on the front end for fall away adjustment stay tight without occasional tightening. they are one of the best handling bikes I have ever ridden but they do need occasional adjusting of small things.
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From: Manila, Philippines
Its the dreaded high speed wobble. Do all of the above. If it still has the wobble, consider the True Track or similar. Plenty of threads on this topic.
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Sorry to jump a thread bu i see your in Manila. Is there a bar there called the hobbit house run by midgets. Had some good times there. Sorry carry on.
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Road Warrior
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From: Manila, Philippines
Not that I am aware of, but many strange places in Manila.
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I agree with the others, your bike is new, so visit your dealer and play dumb but polite! Persist if necessary, these things do not misbehave like that.
I am a great fan of True-Track kits and they will tighten your bike up a treat, but it needs to be as good as it can be first!
I am a great fan of True-Track kits and they will tighten your bike up a treat, but it needs to be as good as it can be first!