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Old Jul 17, 2014 | 12:36 PM
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So that is the only way I can explain the experience, there are no unusual noises. When I take off from a stop the front end feels a bit squirrelly, kind of like it is on ice and only last till I get moving forward a foot or two. First felt this last weekend while taking the advance riders course. But since then felt it 5/6 more times.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2014 | 12:42 PM
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assuming the bike is in mechanical shape... could be input from you as you release the clutch and work the throttle.

a really good sign of rider skill is the rider who moves straight from a stop, rather than wobble.

check tires.


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Old Jul 17, 2014 | 12:43 PM
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So that is the only way I can explain the experience, there are no unusual noises. When I take off from a stop the front end feels a bit squirrelly, kind of like it is on ice and only last till I get moving forward a foot or two. First felt this last weekend while taking the advance riders course. But since then felt it 5/6 more times.
Did you change your riding position on the bike as a result of the class? Almost like there is too much weight on the rear and the front is light........not enough rubber on the road.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2014 | 12:51 PM
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By no means would I consider myself a pro, probably a between good and good enough as a rider. So no tellin what I could be doing wrong, but I have not changed anything in this regard.
This is a relatively new fellin going on. I recently put an Arnott air ride on the bike and I am tryin to get it set up, but not sure if that is it or not.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2014 | 12:52 PM
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Did you change your riding position on the bike as a result of the class? Almost like there is too much weight on the rear and the front is light........not enough rubber on the road.
Yes I would say it feels like that.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2014 | 04:58 PM
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i would take a look at your wheel bearings.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2014 | 05:11 PM
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i would take a look at your wheel bearings.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2014 | 06:11 PM
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have you asked one of your experienced riding buddies to ride it, and get another opinion?
 
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Old Jul 17, 2014 | 06:14 PM
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Make sure you have the correct amount of air in both tires. Also, check your clutch adjustment.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2014 | 11:28 PM
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The clutch is hydraulic, curious though why would that be a consideration?
As a Rider I do not wobble about, so I think I might be a good rider, yeh!
Tire pressure checked good
This is a relatively new experience, with 12k on the bike
I thought who'll bearing made a noise? I did put the bike up on a jack last night and spun the wheels no unusual noises and I could not produce any play in the wheel. While it was up there I rechecked the neck bearing and all was good there.
 
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