Shimmy at 40 mph on my 2005 flstsc -heritage springer softail

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Jun 9, 2012 | 01:22 PM

#11

tq745

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From: Ewa Beach, HI

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Originally Posted by lumberjacker

low air pressure in front tire can also cause a slight slow wobble.

+1 on that.

Jun 9, 2012 | 05:31 PM

#12

FATG

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From: Western ky

Lots of good info on the reasons for the wobble here. If everything checks out good, take it to a reputable indy and have them check out the setup of your front end links. Springers are a different critter and it takes someone who knows how to set 'em up right. Buddy of mine had a springer that had the same issue + eneven wear. Took it the the stealer and they said it was road conditions (whatever). He called Bullsh!t and took it to a reputable indy. He checked it out and the links were set all wrong. 30 minutes later and a few adjustments all was well. Like others have said, get it fixed sooner than later. Good luck!
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Jun 9, 2012 | 05:37 PM

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rooti

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From: New Braunfels, Texas

There are three different adjustments on the springer front end that is required every 10k miles. If you haven't done that....that is where I would start.