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Old May 5, 2010 | 08:46 AM
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I bought some new HD slotted six spoke wheels for my 09 Heritage. Also put brand new HD rubber on them. Now when I drive at high speeds it feels like I can't hold a straight line. Its not real bad but definitely different than before I had the new wheels and rubber installed.

The best way to describe it is that I feel like I am riding on a thin rail or that I have a cross wind blowing randomly on one side than switching to the next side. Anyone have this issue before?

I am bringing it back for a check up today but just wanted to see if anyone has had this issue before. Thanks!
 
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Old May 5, 2010 | 08:51 AM
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Not enough air pressure, not balanced, something of that sort. Get some Dyna beads put in them.
 
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Old May 5, 2010 | 08:56 AM
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Air pressure is good. Guess I have to let the dealer balance them (should have been done the first time I would think)

What are Dyna beads if you dont mind me asking?
 
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Dyna Beads? Check this link out:

http://www.innovativebalancing.com/

All will be explained
 
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I love my Dyna Beads and will never run wheels without them again.
 
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