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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 03:56 PM
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I know I read here somewhere about the slight wobble on decel I have been having lately. I noticed it on way back from Sturgis and went by stealership today, you know what they said (everything seems normal). I think I remember something about the steering head bearings might need adjusted. Does anyone know about this, and what is the proper TQ? Thanks for the info, and ride safe
 
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 04:37 PM
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Anyone???
 
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 05:24 PM
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Have you checked your tire pressure? Mine was wobbling at slow speeds because of low tires.
 
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 05:57 PM
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yep, installed new tires too!! i still think i remember something about the TQ of the steering head bearings?? anyboby??
 
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 07:09 PM
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Sure could use some input, Thanks
 
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 07:27 PM
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Did you try the search button? Not trying to be an a$$ by that. I read the same thing some where.
I don't have the answer to your torq spek.

my .02 is u seem 2 b a little TOO impatient. chill down.
 
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 07:54 PM
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There is no specific torque for the steering head nut. There is a procedure in the manual for a fall away test. Many people just snug it up until it feels right...not too tight, not too loose.
 
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