Tank Slappers?

[darwin]

BMW GS800's have a tank slapper issue that happens with that bike more than others. ADV rider face plant threads can attest to that. A lot of those guys are loaded down with gear in the rear when it happens. Seems it makes the front end too light at speed is a general thought.

 

[GW's Motorized]

it's a combination of things, including caster angle of the knuckles, arm angles, and the type of tie rod setup more than just slop alone

It's a pretty common problem with the GMT400 trucks. It could be a number of things like you said, but it's not bad enough to worry about. I don't have the time to troubleshoot it and fix it yet. Once I get moved and get another car I plan to rebuild the engine and transmission and overhaul the suspension, and maybe even a little paint.

 

[Wyvern]

Ordered a legit armored jacket and gloves.

Both would have cost $330 but closed out and got both for $130! https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle...=Product&utm_medium=email&utm_source=RevZilla

 

[Chainlube]

I had a big wheel Suzuki that would speed wobble all the time, I would just pop a wheelie to get it to stop.

 

[ImpulseRocket]

Ordered a legit armored jacket and gloves.

Both would have cost $330 but closed out and got both for $130! https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle...=Product&utm_medium=email&utm_source=RevZilla

That is how I get most of my riding gear. Spring and Fall clearances from Revzilla.

 

[Nickt919]

Ordered a legit armored jacket and gloves.

Both would have cost $330 but closed out and got both for $130! https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle...=Product&utm_medium=email&utm_source=RevZilla

I was searching Cycle Gear’s site last nite for a summer jacket.
Lots of clearance and 50% off deals.

 

[robe]

Ordered a legit armored jacket and gloves.

Both would have cost $330 but closed out and got both for $130! https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle...=Product&utm_medium=email&utm_source=RevZilla

Nice. All black looks great but... Visibility? Armored pants would be nice too. I'm not kidding about that. Hip and knee protection would be nice.

 

[Nickt919]

Nice. All black looks great but... Visibility? Armored pants would be nice too. I'm not kidding about that. Hip and knee protection would be nice.

Padded knee and hip jeans.
I have a pair I use if I know I’ll be on the interstate highway.

They might help some with 70 mph road rash. Figure it’ll rip off quick but can’t be worse than nothing.

I sure never want to find out how effective they really are.

I have seen the results of a high speed slide where the rider, street drag racing,…had jogging shorts, basketball jersey, and flip-flop shoes.
I never want to see it again.

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[Wyvern]

Nice. All black looks great but... Visibility? Armored pants would be nice too. I'm not kidding about that. Hip and knee protection would be nice.

It's got reflective strips, but I agree, I would have bought white/lime if it was an option.

But if I buy a bike, I'm buying an air-bag vest in neon green.

The drivers around here are wildly bad.

 

[robe]

I sure never want to find out how effective they really are.

That's for sure.