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Feb 19, 2016 | 11:22 AM

cobiajim

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Hi I'm new here name is Jim I have a2008 xl883 and have developed a wobble or vibration. Its not constent and seems to happen around35 or so and then around50 or 60 any ideas why would be awesome

Feb 19, 2016 | 12:01 PM

the wild hog

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Welcome and check your tires to make sure that they are balanced.

Feb 19, 2016 | 06:04 PM

rk1997

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If you can I'd jack it up and do a good visual of the tires, wheels, bearings, swingarm bushings, etc. A wobble is not good at any speed.

Be safe and welcome to the forum.

Feb 21, 2016 | 09:40 AM

misput

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Originally Posted by cobiajim

Hi I'm new here name is Jim I have a2008 xl883 and have developed a wobble or vibration. Its not constant and seems to happen around35 or so and then around50 or 60 any ideas why would be awesome

Is it a wobble as in the front or rear end is trying to go right and left or a vibration? Big difference. Have it checked out by someone who knows the difference. Can be very dangerous.

Feb 21, 2016 | 09:56 AM

hscic

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A wobble and vibration could have different causes. I tend to think its wheel balance or tire wear due to improper tire pressure since it only happens at different speeds and not all the time. If you feel it all the time, then it could be a more serious problem. Just my opinion.