Adding few mods
02-14-2011, 09:09 AM
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Adding few mods
Hi fellow SH , as you know it tax season. i've been look around to see what mod i can add to the bike an i came cross an
STEERING STABILIZER KIT
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...K%3AMEWAX%3AIT
can sum one tell me if this would be a waste of money to put on a bike. furthermore is that a complete kit , I'm trying to avoid head shake in high speed.
also please take a look at these ss lines
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...K%3AMEWAX%3AIT
STEERING STABILIZER KIT
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...K%3AMEWAX%3AIT
can sum one tell me if this would be a waste of money to put on a bike. furthermore is that a complete kit , I'm trying to avoid head shake in high speed.
also please take a look at these ss lines
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...K%3AMEWAX%3AIT
02-15-2011, 04:33 PM
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That damper works good for me. There are better ones out there. But for the money, that one will do fine.
Is it a waste of money? That's up to you. It may not be a necessary addition but it sure seemed to make a difference for me (I was using it with a raised rear and lowered front). I like the way the bike feels with it. Plus, there's a peace of mind factor.
Is it a waste of money? That's up to you. It may not be a necessary addition but it sure seemed to make a difference for me (I was using it with a raised rear and lowered front). I like the way the bike feels with it. Plus, there's a peace of mind factor.
02-15-2011, 05:01 PM
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So, if you want one for peace of mind or like the way way it feels, go for it, but there are probably more noticeable upgrades to spend your money on
02-15-2011, 05:06 PM
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Steering damper is good, but not good to depend on while covering up what may be other suspension problems. Stainless lines are always a good upgrade, never heard of FTP but if they can stoppie a busa with a shirtless squid on it then im sold!
02-15-2011, 07:54 PM
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My SH is perfectly fine and up to date on tune up . i can get up to 140mpr with no problem, but pass that it get a little head shake. IN my own view i think it cause of the wind . i just wanted to have STABILIZER KIT..
02-15-2011, 07:57 PM
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thats alot of money for that dampner, i paid half of that for a used shindy daytona, same unit you posted. also it may be just me but that seems like alot for those brakes lines. personally things like brake lines i wouldnt use ebay for them id prefer to buy brand names from a store, cause the junk on ebay may say galfer, but may say in small letters, just like
02-15-2011, 09:24 PM
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Oh, and certain roads with any of one or more of the above issues will cause head shake. And why do you need to go 140 on the street?
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02-15-2011, 09:39 PM
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If you are running OE geometry and suspension but your steering head bearings are too loose or tight (worn OE bearings will feel knotchy) you'll get head shake. Worn or out of balance tires (particularly the front on a VTR) will also cause issues (especially on decel), along with a mis-aligned year wheel. Be sure such problems are not a factor before going to a stabilzer, which MAY remedy but not cure the symptoms. A fork brace and fresh fork/shock components are a better idea but if you put on a new tire/wheel and did not align the forks on install, that could be another cause.
Oh, and certain roads with any of one or more of the above issues will cause head shake. And why do you need to go 140 on the street?
Oh, and certain roads with any of one or more of the above issues will cause head shake. And why do you need to go 140 on the street?
If you do decide you want to run one, that is fine also, just make sure your are not using it as a "band-aid" fix for a real problem.
As for the 140 mph, I would assume that was indicated which would be closer to 120 mph actual but still no real need for that on the streets.
02-15-2011, 10:18 PM
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Speaking personally, I'd go for the good Galfer or other name brand lines and just get front or front/rear brake line kits. Then later invest in a clutch line set. Brake performance is much more affected by the expanding lines and is a definite upgrade. Clutch line... unless it's giving you problems, it's in my "nice to have" category...
If you're goin' for the Bling in your sig, grab some knockoff levers (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Brake...#ht_2181wt_939), some reflective wheel stripes to go with that blue LED lighting, or a shiny reservoir (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Honda...ht_5049wt_1165). Totally up to you but I'm just throwin' some suggestions out...
If you're goin' for the Bling in your sig, grab some knockoff levers (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Brake...#ht_2181wt_939), some reflective wheel stripes to go with that blue LED lighting, or a shiny reservoir (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Honda...ht_5049wt_1165). Totally up to you but I'm just throwin' some suggestions out...
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