07 Fatboy Ape Hanger Wobble
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07 Fatboy Ape Hanger Wobble
I recently put 18" ape hanger handlebars on my Fatboy and the front end is constantly starting to wobble. I am able to let off the throttle a little and slowly apply brake to get it to go away, but a couple of time it was getting worse and worse and I thought that I was going to crash. I understand that with taller handlebars there is little movement required to move the tire, but it scares me to drive faster than 70 mph now.
Does anyone know if this could be partially casued by the tire not being centered in the forks on 2007 Fatboys? Any response would be greatly appreciated.
Does anyone know if this could be partially casued by the tire not being centered in the forks on 2007 Fatboys? Any response would be greatly appreciated.
RE: 07 Fatboy Ape Hanger Wobble
Start off with adjusting front end fallaway that could help signifacantly. Then check your tire and make sure it is not getting worn down to much. run your hand up and down tread and feel for "lumpy" or high and low spots". But check all your adjustments first.
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RE: 07 Fatboy Ape Hanger Wobble
I just went through the same upgrade (what a b!tch) on a FLSTC and I've noticed no difference (Actually more comfortable @ higher speeds than beach bars)..
I did this by the suggestions on the board and upgraded the bushings to the "Gooden Tight" (Alloy Art)..
I did this by the suggestions on the board and upgraded the bushings to the "Gooden Tight" (Alloy Art)..
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RE: 07 Fatboy Ape Hanger Wobble
The new feel you get is from the std bushings in the risers. Did you upgrade the bushing? My guess is that you simply changed bars and get all the std hardware. Change the bushings into heavy use ones to handle the extra force applied on them due to the bars.
The 2007 front end is finem do not worry
The 2007 front end is finem do not worry
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