Riser bushings
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Got any recommendations? What brand, where did you get them?
I went from a rock solid 80mph commute to an unsettling wandering feeling, and I want the best replacement bushings I can get that will fit a 2013 FXDB.
I verified the torque is right on the fasteners already, but can see the risers noodle a little when I put pressure on them.
Thanks.
I went from a rock solid 80mph commute to an unsettling wandering feeling, and I want the best replacement bushings I can get that will fit a 2013 FXDB.
I verified the torque is right on the fasteners already, but can see the risers noodle a little when I put pressure on them.
Thanks.
http://www.jpcycles.com/product/5000796
with Gardner Westcott Socket Cap Riser Bolts to get rid of the Hex bolts.
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From: The Whale's Vagina
So, I've been riding with the Ness bushings for over a week now, and I still feel a little float in my front wheel when I change lanes or hit a seem in the freeway at high (80+) speed. It's like my wheel is a nano-second ahead of the forks followed by a slight wobble, but only when I hit a bump or seam in the road. Otherwise, no wobble and everything tracks true even at ludicrous speed.
There is still a slight flex in the bars even after the bushing change. I've also re-verified the torque on the risers and checked all the spokes and tire pressure. I even added a fork brace, yet there is still this strange problem that wasn't there before. Any suggestions? Is it possible for bars to "wear out" and develop a flex over time?
There is still a slight flex in the bars even after the bushing change. I've also re-verified the torque on the risers and checked all the spokes and tire pressure. I even added a fork brace, yet there is still this strange problem that wasn't there before. Any suggestions? Is it possible for bars to "wear out" and develop a flex over time?
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I run 11" risers and I use solid aluminum bushings. No play.
A little bit of speed wobble can come in if your fall-away is not adjusted (and it's too loose). I believe I'm also due to tighten up my stem, but don't have the big socket yet.
A little bit of speed wobble can come in if your fall-away is not adjusted (and it's too loose). I believe I'm also due to tighten up my stem, but don't have the big socket yet.
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From: australia
So, I've been riding with the Ness bushings for over a week now, and I still feel a little float in my front wheel when I change lanes or hit a seem in the freeway at high (80+) speed. It's like my wheel is a nano-second ahead of the forks followed by a slight wobble, but only when I hit a bump or seam in the road. Otherwise, no wobble and everything tracks true even at ludicrous speed.
There is still a slight flex in the bars even after the bushing change. I've also re-verified the torque on the risers and checked all the spokes and tire pressure. I even added a fork brace, yet there is still this strange problem that wasn't there before. Any suggestions? Is it possible for bars to "wear out" and develop a flex over time?
There is still a slight flex in the bars even after the bushing change. I've also re-verified the torque on the risers and checked all the spokes and tire pressure. I even added a fork brace, yet there is still this strange problem that wasn't there before. Any suggestions? Is it possible for bars to "wear out" and develop a flex over time?
look at putting a steering damper on it,, and no bars don't wear out I hope that was a silly question??
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Yes...expressing my frustration with the easter-egging I've been doing trying to figure this out.
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From: The Whale's Vagina
I think I oughta start a new thread on this, since it looks like I've hijacked this one.
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