I had the same type wobble, installed new head bearings and the wobble disappeared. Also corners much better and rides smoother over bumps. Be sure however, to torque the he steering stem nut properly upon reassembly. If left too loose and you will still have the wobble!!
On Sunday, October 11, 2015 at 5:22:49 PM UTC-2:30, Mike wrote: > > I know hands off bars is not a recommended way to ride, and I don't. > However, I do find on my 86 700sc that hands off (briefly) at any speeds > from 20-60mph and I get some serious tank slapping front wheel wobble. > Nothing noticeable when driving hands on, but cornering doesn't feel quite > right. The previous owner has fitted a fork brace so Lord knows what it > would be like without it. Checking the balance of the rear wheel has been > suggested and I've yet to try that but any input from folks who might know, > or have experienced this, always appreciated. Thanks much. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
