I have a 2012 Goldwing CSC Viper that is new to me. I have ridden it approximately 800 miles. It has the rake kit. It has what I feel is excessive “kickback” from the front wheel at slow speed. Thoughts?
Thanks, Ken
Thanks, Ken
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I have a 2012 Goldwing CSC Viper that is new to me. I have ridden it approximately 800 miles. It has the rake kit. It has what I feel is excessive “kickback” from the front wheel at slow speed. Thoughts?
Thanks, Ken
It has 6 degree rake. By kickback I mean handlebar shake caused by any minor distortion of the road surface. There is no cupping of the front tire and it is in good condition. I feel the fork spindle bearings may be a bit loose. There is no movement in the fork bearings detected when I apply the front brake. I just feel a minor amount of drag there would be good. I will check the tire pressure this morning. This may be a common thing to trikes but I was surprised by it. What is suggested for front tire pressure? 2012 Goldwing with CSC Viper kit.
Thanks, I understand from visiting with others that some may remain. I feel in this case it is a bit much. My description would be “too free” if that makes sense. We rode 650 - 700 miles in four days touring the “Hill Country” of Texas. I am getting much more comfortable with the transition to a trike. I had 15 miles of trike experience when we came down. That was on a straight road in 37 degree temp and 25 mph wind. Ha. Traveled with a great group and had a good time in the afternoon “debrief” sessions.
Ken
It has 6 degree rake. By kickback I mean handlebar shake caused by any minor distortion of the road surface. There is no cupping of the front tire and it is in good condition. I feel the fork spindle bearings may be a bit loose. There is no movement in the fork bearings detected when I apply the front brake. I just feel a minor amount of drag there would be good. I will check the tire pressure this morning. This may be a common thing to trikes but I was surprised by it. What is suggested for front tire pressure? 2012 Goldwing with CSC Viper kit.
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