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Steering dampers???

Started by streetfighter, March 07, 2009, 09:32:53 PM

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streetfighter

March 07, 2009, 09:32:53 PM
hey guys i was just wondering if there's any steering dampers out there that could be installed on the gs???

Infinite Dimentia

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March 07, 2009, 09:38:55 PM
I was told that there is a generic damper that would work on the GS.  Can't remember off hand the brand, but it mounts the frame  (on the side under the tank) and a bracket mounts on the fork.
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The Buddha

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March 08, 2009, 06:43:58 AM
Not even most of the bikes that have dampers need em ... they need decent neck bearings. But dampers are cooler they think.
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ohgood

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March 08, 2009, 06:47:04 AM
there have been a few folks ask, yes you can modify stuff and mount one.

but, if you're doing it to try and solve a problem, you're likely over looking a big problem. like loose stem bearings, or fork sliders, or alignment. just sos ya knows :)


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March 08, 2009, 06:54:22 AM
dampeners are really only needed on race bike to help with high speed head shake right?
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Infinite Dimentia

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March 08, 2009, 07:53:57 AM
Quotedampeners are really only needed on race bike to help with high speed head shake right?

this is correct I beleive... I've already looked into it myself, but the bike really doesn't need it... kinda like putting a monster back tire on.... doesn't need it but looks cool
Faster, Faster, Faster until the thrill of speed overcomes the fear of death.

crack pipe sounds like track bike for a reason...

scratch

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March 08, 2009, 10:39:37 AM
Quote from: ohgood on March 08, 2009, 06:47:04 AM
there have been a few folks ask, yes you can modify stuff and mount one.

but, if you're doing it to try and solve a problem, you're likely over looking a big problem. like loose stem bearings, or fork sliders, or alignment. just sos ya knows :)

Or, improper tire pressures, old fork oil, worn tires...improper body position, improper throttle control...too much pressure on the handlebars/supporting upper body weight with your arms...
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