Low Speed Wobble
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From: TN
Too much wgt on the rear of the bike. I am sure your saddlebags are overwgt, plus the tourpack and a bag on top of the tour pack. It essentially removes weight from the front tire. At low speeds your handlebars feel very sloppy, like they are very loose. Ask me how I know.
Bwana1
Bwana1
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From: Roopville,Ga. 30170
axle
I have a 2008 Annv Ultra Classic. Ever since i first went on a long ride with the Tour Pak filled and a bag on the rack - I have experienced a pronounced wobble (rear steer) at very low speeds - under 10MPH. When I try to u-turn or maneuver in a parking lot, the front end wobbles badly. No problem at high speeds. My dealer has checked all specs and said all seem fine but it continues. It usually starts at the end of the first day or start of the second of a long ride. Has anyone experienced this? Any input would be extremely appreciated.
Virgcs
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bwana1
Sorry but 30 lbs is not too much weight - in addition I am 150 and my wife is 100. No way can you tell me that that is too much weight for an Ultra. The folks at my dealer saw what I was carrying and said it was light weight. I carried 3 times as much on my RK with no issues. Thanks for your thoughts though.
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From: NW AR
The spec on the swing is without cables attached. You don't have to pull the radio to test the swing, but you do have to disconnect the cables. At least that's what it says in my shop manual. My bike doesn't have whatever gizmo on the axle that Duane is describing.
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Front swing
Thanks, Hess. I'll discuss with my mechanic. In rereading Duane's note in the cold light of day it my be he's jerkin my chain - I'll discuss with my guy, too, and see if there is any reality there.
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09 slow wobble
Monkeyman - what you described is exactly what I go through - but once it starts it is petty constant on all slow speed moves - even stopping. My u-turns are agonizing and very slow - on a 2 lane road it is a bit un-nerving. I have been blaming the old frame - sorry to hear it is still on the 09's. I am working on a resolve and if it works I'll let you know. Please let me know what your dealer says and how they attack it.
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From: Behind you
I have an '09 RKC and have experienced low speed wobble also (4-5 times). Always making left turns under 10mph. Feels like the bike is sliding out from under me.
Kopper, can you explain more about this TWR link?
Kopper, can you explain more about this TWR link?