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Originally Posted by Thruxtonian
Also, has anyone else had a bounce that is especially noticeable between 30-50? Almost feels like an idling Harley, how the front wheel seems to bounce straight up and down. Any thoughts???
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Have the tires balanced first. Even if they are spot on, don't rule out a defective tire.
I purchased my bike used, but recently went thru tire issues with brand new GT501 Dunlops (I like them ... my third set). It felt like the problem was in the front end, so I replaced with new front 501. Problem still there. Eyeballed the rear tire while spinning it on the center stand, and it looked ok, but it ended up being the culprit. It was perfectly balanced, but due to a mfg defect, the rear tire caused a speed-sensitive vibration that was hard to isolate.
I doubt that Triumph road tests each bike through a range of speeds, if at all, so I'd think there is a possibliity your bike could leave the factory with a defective tire.
Bob
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Last edited by ohiorider : 10-23-2007 at 11:56 AM.
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