wobble

[Dave Daniels]

Thanks everyone. I do indeed need new tires. There's flat spots on both. But, I'll also tighten up the steering head bearings too.

Steve Northrop <blackgpz at rochester.rr.com> wrote:  Let's remember a badly worn/flat-spotted rear tire can make the front end 
wobble as well.

Steve in Western NY
'96 GPZ1100
'02 Daytona 955i
"You Can't Fix Stupid", Ron White

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Dave Daniels" 
To: "GPZ LIST" 
Sent: Monday, April 30, 2007 10:24 AM
Subject: wobble


> Guys,
>
> Some advice needed. I noticed this again yesterday when I took my hands 
> off the handlebars for a moment to "adjust". I was going about 45 mph when 
> I let go. As the bike slowed, it the front end began to wobble 
> uncontrolably around 42 mph. As soon as I grabbed hold again, it stopped. 
> I don't notice ANYTHING when I'm holding onto the handlebars and riding. 
> But, every time I let go around 45, it begins to wobble around 42. Could 
> this be warped rotors? The bike handles very well, tracks very well, even 
> at high speeds and around corners. Like I said, I don't notice anything 
> when holding the bars. Thanks for your thoughts.
>
> Dave D.