Steering Damper? - Page 2

Dave · 04-29-2010, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Rider

I never had an issue on the GSXR with headshake. Come to think of it, I've never experienced headshake on any bike I've ridden.

I caught a bad case on the f1 once. Not fun. Nearly highsided

Rider · 04-29-2010, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Dave

I caught a bad case on the f1 once. Not fun. Nearly highsided

Yeah I've seen videos of it happening, I just don't know how to get into that situation.

Trip · 04-29-2010, 10:37 AM

I had some shake under heavy braking on the SV. The 600rr had one from OEM that was really good. The BMWs antilock linked brakes are nice, so I haven't experienced it yet. Plus because of the suspension setup, the BMW sorted squats instead of diving.

karl_1052 · 04-29-2010, 10:40 AM

I have had headshake, but I just keep on the gas, and it smooths out.

Cutty72 · 04-29-2010, 10:45 AM

I'm actually surprised I haven't experienced it on the Buell with its crazy geometry. But it's been rock solid for me all the time. Granted, I don't push it like some of you guys. I think the GPR is the only option for me anyway.

marko138 · 04-29-2010, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Rider

I never had an issue on the GSXR with headshake. Come to think of it, I've never experienced headshake on any bike I've ridden.

Me either, but thats probably b/c both of my bikes have had a damper on them.

Sean · 04-29-2010, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Full Throttle

No im not having any really. On the way to school this morning it felt like i was stuck to a railroad track. The thing is great i just thought it was highly recommended to get one.

Then you don't need a steering damper, you need either to inflate your tire (that's a symptom of low tire pressure) or get one that isn't flat spotted.

marko138 · 04-29-2010, 10:52 AM

Tire pressure should be part of your daily pre-ride inspection.

Dave · 04-29-2010, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Rider

Yeah I've seen videos of it happening, I just don't know how to get into that situation.

Uneven pavement was all it took. Luckily whoever wrote the nj state test manual did an excellent job and I knew how to save it.

Trip · 04-29-2010, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by marko138

Tire pressure should be part of your daily pre-ride inspection.

you just like blowing things.

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04-29-2010, 10:37 AM	#13
Trip Hold mah beer! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 80 Miles South of Moto Heaven Moto: 08 R1200GS Posts: 23,268	I had some shake under heavy braking on the SV. The 600rr had one from OEM that was really good. The BMWs antilock linked brakes are nice, so I haven't experienced it yet. Plus because of the suspension setup, the BMW sorted squats instead of diving.