Re: [ST] ST stands up under braking

[Erik Miner <axeis@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

The ST's had a strong tendency to do this with the OEM Bridgestone 
BT-57's  But all bikes do this to one degree or another. If you still have 
older Bridgestones than switching will help, the older B'stones had a 
rather pointy profile in front...but every bike I've ridden will stand up 
some under braking. That said having the suspension setup correctly will 
also help to mitigate the problem. Make sure the preload is setup correctly 
for your weight. Also make sure the tire pressures are correct .. 36 
front/40-42 rear.

Erik


At 03:35 PM 7/8/2002 -0700, you wrote:
>I recently completed an 800 mile loop through Northern California, enjoying
>what surely must be some of the most fun, scenic roads in the country for
>motorcycle enthusiasts.
>
>However, I discovered my ST has a strong tendency to "stand up" when braking
>in a corner.
>
>One solution, of course, is to brake *before* the corners ("Doc, it hurts
>when I do this..."). But occasionally a little trail-braking is useful and
>standing up in these circumstances is a bit of a nasty habit.
>
>Has anyone else experienced this? Any straightforward solutions? Stronger
>front springs? Different tires?
>
>Any insight appreciated,
>Colin
>
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