Getting used to my New To Me 3.

Jun 4, 2014
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Delray Beach, FL
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Hocky
Just got back from my 3rd ride. Sure is a different animal. Been on 2 for 50 years. I'm getting a definite BUZZ on the bars & grips. Never had that on my 96' or 2000 GW. Could the front tire be the culprit? Michelin Pilot Achtiv (rear)? Not on the whole bike, just on the hand grips & I think on my Floorboards, can't tell b/c I have Nuropathy in them, but they tingle after a ride. Bike also sits 7/8" lower on left side? 150 miles so far, more to come! BTY, 95' GW/SE Hannigan 2012 conversion w/4.5 on steering.
Thanks for any input. Hocky :Dorag:
 
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problem not with rear tire on front. 100's done that way. Have the front balanced. balancing doesn't last forever. 7/8" lower not acceptable. get it looked at.
 

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I agree with Cavie, no trike should be lower on one side, could be a suspension problem. The vibration problem, can you tell if it changes with engine rpm or road speed? Does engine temperature make a difference? Or a certain gear? One easy thing to check is tire pressure with a GOOD gauge. This might be your leaning problem too, if one of your rear tires is low on air. The front tire pressure could give you cupping and vibration. Slide your hand along the tread to feel if it has started to cup. The wrong pressure and out of balance cause that. Ride safe.
 

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