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Before the dawn of time, nearly all triumphs and early motorcycles were fitted with friction steering dampers. Fully adjustable whilst riding!.
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90% of "shake" at 50-60 mph is wheel balance. I would never use magic balancing beads or juice. It is a placebo not a cure. If the wheel is true, bearings are good, tire is good and installed properly the wheel should balance. The other 10% of the time is a caster issue (rake/trail) issue. This is usually caused by improperly set up of aftermarket components. Throwing more aftermarket parts at it may help. It may not. It may also be caused by your riding position. Too much or too little weight on the bars. This bike with stock suspension is stable. You can have the finest components money can buy, but it has no value if it isn't set up and adjusted properly. The most comprehensive guide t to motorcycle suspension tuning I have ever seen ....Good Luck Motorcycle Suspension Tuning Guide
 

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I've had 2008 from new and from new thought the front end was a bit light, went with , in order
Ikon progressive springs, heavier oil, dropped the triple clamps 10mm, NH steering damper, Fork Brace.
The fork brace was the magic bullet. Stabilised the front (raised the triple clamps to standard).
All mods made slight improvements but the fork brace was the game changer.
 
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