SoCalADVRider
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Who is using a steering dampener if so what one and are you seeing better handling?
No and you don’t need one either, next question.Who is using a steering dampener if so what one and are you seeing better handling?
Facebook … you just made my point.I heard this conversation on Facebook before, and before anyone starts saying it doesn't need it, obviously hasn't had a tank slapper at 130km on a on a dirt road when hitting some loose sand or gravel.
I am very interested in see any ones positive ideas.
Hello Keverall, I personally have never found the need for a steering damper, it’s never ever become unstable , nor shook its head anywhere. Having said that, I only ride on tarmac and therefore won’t deny or rubbish others experiences on dirt. Have you personally experienced these issues?I heard this conversation on Facebook before, and before anyone starts saying it doesn't need it, obviously hasn't had a tank slapper at 130km on a on a dirt road when hitting some loose sand or gravel.
I am very interested in see any ones positive ideas.
Hi SoCalWho is using a steering dampener if so what one and are you seeing better handling?
Hi Boris, l have never had a problem on the tarmac, but on the dirt l have had several different stories, on all accounts l didn't crash but l lost a lot of confidence and twice l though oo fuck this is going to hurt, this was on a big ride l was on where we had traveled at least 800km out of 3000km on dirt roads in the out back of Australia, l also was loaded up with camping gear.Hello Keverall, I personally have never found the need for a steering damper, it’s never ever become unstable , nor shook its head anywhere. Having said that, I only ride on tarmac and therefore won’t deny or rubbish others experiences on dirt. Have you personally experienced these issues?
Yes coming from a road racing back ground, l definitely understand stand but that doesn't mean l know how to set up the suspension, l always had someone to do that for me and steering damper always helpedAre you aware that the way your bike “stands” has got a lot to do with this. When having the preload wrong for example can cause various forms of instability. I suggest hunting the cause in stead of addressing the consequences. Start with the basics.
I'm thinkin' you need more than a steering stabilizer if you're doing that kind of stuff.. . . . obviously hasn't had a tank slapper at 130km on a on a dirt road when hitting some loose sand or gravel. . . .
What brand? And could we see some photos?The biggest reason I use one is for potential emergencies. Riding on or off pavement, say 55-70 mph, out of nowhere you encounter an unavoidable pothole, tree limb, board, etc. in your path. Much better chance of staying upright and maintaining control in that situation. Cheap insurance IMO.