Re: [ST] Vibrations in the handlebars ...

["Mike Benzon" <fast87@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

jc, you may have a problem with some unusual vibration and you should follow
through with your dealer to confirm that everything is normal. If in the end
everything is normal you need to address how to ride these Sprints. You have
to learn to support your upper body with you abdomen and your legs. Your
grip on the handlebars should be at the very minimum and your support of
your upper body should not be held with your arms. This takes a while to
develop, but is absolutely necessary enjoy riding the Sprint. Once you have
mastered this technique, will come to love the bike as the rest of us. Start
of by riding with no weight on your hands for as long as you can and every
time you think about it. In time, you will no longer bear weight on you
hands and arms. Most of the time while I ride I notice that my fingers no
longer are wrapped around the grips, they are so relaxed and light on the
bars that they stay open. I don't want to suggest there is nothing wrong
with your bike, but after you have concluded the bike is normal, you must
employ this technique. I wish you many miles of wonderful riding on your
Sprint and welcome to best motorcycle in the world.
Mike Benzon
- ----- Original Message -----
From: <jc.denis@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <ST@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Friday, June 01, 2001 1:03 PM
Subject: Re: [ST] Vibrations in the handlebars ...


> I have tried to modify my riding position but without success. The problem
> seems to appear even when i put no pressure on my wrists. Another point is
> that the left side of the handlebar is more concerned than the right side.
> Finally, i don't understand how some vibes directly issued from the engine
> can be felt in the direction or the handlebar ?
>
> > What do you need to know ? If you like to work on it yourself, the
> > service  manual is a good investment.
>
> The Haynes one ?
>
>
>
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