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Dyna-bead balancing...anyone using it???

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Old Apr 5, 2010 | 07:02 PM
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Im getting a 21" Performance Machine wheel and dont want a big ugly chunk of lead on my shinny new wheel. Anyone using dyna-beads to balance tire and if so do you like it??? What tire would you recommend for a 21" wheel?? The only manufacturer that im hearing is Metzeler and Avon what is your preference and why???

http://www.innovativebalancing.com/

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Old Apr 5, 2010 | 07:07 PM
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I been running the Dyna-Beads for a year now and have not had a problem with them in my ME880's.
 
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Old Apr 5, 2010 | 07:09 PM
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I installed them this winter with new E3's. I have about 900 miles on them now and they ride smooth with no vibration at all
 
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I used them in both my bikes, and all my cars & trucks. I have been using them for 7 years now. Great product.

When I 1st bought my 2009 Street Glide I had a wobble at about 85 MPH and up. I removed the wheel weights and installed the Dyna Beads - wobble gone! I did nothing else and this was with the D407 tire that they put a service bulletin out on, tire still hummed when leaning, but had no more wobble & didn't get cupping. Finally had it replaced for free under the service bulletin at 9000 miles, due to the humming getting louder.
 
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Yep. Dyna Beads work. I'm running them in my bagger.

Depending on what size 21 you're looking for - the Dunlop E3's are an excellent tire. Many folks think they are better than the Metzeler's. I think they are about even but I only rode on the Metzeler's for a few miles.
 
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Just ordered an applicator kit and a whole mess of beads for my new Me880s. Several riders around here swear by them....and for the price, if they don't work, you're not out that much money
 
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I've been a fan of Dyna Beads for over a year now!
 
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They take some patience to get in the tire through the stem but I read about someone using an engraver up against the stem to create some vibration and they go right in then. No engraver? Find your wife's/girlfriend's vibrator.
 
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Originally Posted by BoomerBob
Yep. Dyna Beads work. I'm running them in my bagger.

Depending on what size 21 you're looking for - the Dunlop E3's are an excellent tire. Many folks think they are better than the Metzeler's. I think they are about even but I only rode on them for a few miles.

They have the size im looking for 120/70-21 how much do they cost do you know??

Steve
 
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I'm using E3's with Dynabeads...best way to go IMO! Check out Jakewilson.com Great prices for both!
 
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