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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 09:10 PM
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Hi , its a 03 rk with 10 k on her. at a certain speed only the bars get the shakes. it about 38 mph. do I need a new tire , bearings, or blance?? thanks mike
 
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 09:22 PM
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Default RE: handlbars have the shakes

Start with checking tire first for any blems, just raise it up and spin while closely inspecting. Balance problems usually only occur at highway speeds, probably not at 38 mph. Also check that caliper is not binding causing brakes to drag. Feel bearing after ride to see if there is excess heat which indicates bad bearing. Good luck.
 
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 09:30 PM
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check steering head tightness as well and lube the head. tire pressure is the first thing that comes to mind though.
 
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Old Jul 15, 2008 | 01:53 PM
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If my tire pressure gets low that is usually about the speed I&nbsp\\;will feel&nbsp\\;some shakes.
 
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Old Jul 16, 2008 | 09:55 AM
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An '03 with only 10k miles? She's probably shaking because of the foreign concept of being ridden.

 
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