Front-end wobble low speeds - RESOLVED - Page 3

kawiman · 09-10-2008, 05:42 PM

I've been watching this thread cause mine has the same problem. Most noticeably at 30-40 mph. I'm wondering if this is something that would be covered under warranty? I still have about 7 months on mine. Not sure if there is a mileage limitation or not.

Its bad though, not the smooth ride I have been accustomed to for the past year.

01nomad · 09-11-2008, 08:37 AM

I think Spirello nailed it. I'm surprised how many shops don't know how to install a front wheel.

**glwilson** · 09-11-2008, 07:25 PM

That's what has me worried.

**glwilson** · 09-19-2008, 07:46 PM

The front-end wobble I reported having at the beginning of this thread has been resolved.

I want to thank everyone for all the suggestions. I related them to the mechanic I used and he was impressed that so many had such good insight into the potential problems.

His immediate thought however was front-tire cupping -- and that is all it was.

Replaced the front tire with a Metzler (sp?) and the wobble is gone. I personally couldn't see it -- but he showed me -- it wasn't much "cupping" in my inexperienced opinion -- but he said it sometimes doesn't take much.

He said sometimes tires can have "internal" problems as well that can cause a side-to-side wobble -- which is a dangerous situation according to him.

He said that he would not recommend going very far on a tire that wobbles at any speed until you have someone look at it first to make sure it is only a cupping problem -- whereby then you can ride until the tire is replaced.

Anyway... thanks for everyone's suggestions!! And it sounds like there was some good advice given on KawaNOW (as if I wouldn't expect only the best)!

Greg

09-19-2008, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by glwilson

...He said sometimes tires can have "internal" problems as well that can cause a side-to-side wobble -- which is a dangerous situation according to him....

Absolutely true, and it is usually delamination, where the layers of the tire start to seperate. It makes a weak spot, throws the tire off-balance, and can sometimes be seen as a bubble or just a minor swelling somewhere on the tire.

09-20-2008, 01:08 AM

Glad the tire fixed it and nothing more serious.

ells · 09-20-2008, 08:42 AM

Thanks for posting the solution.

mtn1600 · 09-20-2008, 04:33 PM

I put the new Avon Cobra on today and just got back from the test ride. No more wobble here, either.

And as everyone says, the difference in ride & handling compared to the stock 'Stones is amazing. Noticeably smother ride and leans into a turn much easier and sure footed. I've read all this several times but it just isn't the same as experiencing it for yourself.

Leo

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kawiman Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Alabama Posts: 150	Front-end wobble low speeds - RESOLVED I've been watching this thread cause mine has the same problem. Most noticeably at 30-40 mph. I'm wondering if this is something that would be covered under warranty? I still have about 7 months on mine. Not sure if there is a mileage limitation or not. Its bad though, not the smooth ride I have been accustomed to for the past year. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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09-11-2008, 08:37 AM	#32
01nomad Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Clinton, Iowa Posts: 192	Front-end wobble low speeds - RESOLVED I think Spirello nailed it. I'm surprised how many shops don't know how to install a front wheel.
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09-11-2008, 07:25 PM	#33
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	Front-end wobble low speeds - RESOLVED That's what has me worried. __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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09-19-2008, 07:46 PM	#34
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	Front-end wobble low speeds - RESOLVED The front-end wobble I reported having at the beginning of this thread has been resolved. I want to thank everyone for all the suggestions. I related them to the mechanic I used and he was impressed that so many had such good insight into the potential problems. His immediate thought however was front-tire cupping -- and that is all it was. Replaced the front tire with a Metzler (sp?) and the wobble is gone. I personally couldn't see it -- but he showed me -- it wasn't much "cupping" in my inexperienced opinion -- but he said it sometimes doesn't take much. He said sometimes tires can have "internal" problems as well that can cause a side-to-side wobble -- which is a dangerous situation according to him. He said that he would not recommend going very far on a tire that wobbles at any speed until you have someone look at it first to make sure it is only a cupping problem -- whereby then you can ride until the tire is replaced. Anyway... thanks for everyone's suggestions!! And it sounds like there was some good advice given on KawaNOW (as if I wouldn't expect only the best)! Greg __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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09-20-2008, 01:08 AM	#36
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09-20-2008, 08:42 AM	#37
ells Sr. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Boulder County, Colorado Posts: 2,014	Front-end wobble low speeds - RESOLVED Thanks for posting the solution.
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09-20-2008, 04:33 PM	#38
mtn1600 Jr. Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 32	Front-end wobble low speeds - RESOLVED I put the new Avon Cobra on today and just got back from the test ride. No more wobble here, either. And as everyone says, the difference in ride & handling compared to the stock 'Stones is amazing. Noticeably smother ride and leans into a turn much easier and sure footed. I've read all this several times but it just isn't the same as experiencing it for yourself. Leo
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