I bought my 1997 ST1100 about 4 months ago with 49.5k miles on it, I have rode it 3k since and replaced the brakes and tires.
The PO replaced the rear shock with a progressive shock. I do not know if the front springs or steering head bearings have been replaced.
My question is at cruising speed 65-75 mph the front end feels light and very ?flickable? is this normal? Also in very tight turns like the Dragons Tail the front end under steers and I have to work to keep it stable. I am running Dunlop Road Smart II with 40psi front and 42psi rear. (less psi in the front tire causes bad under steering)
Would replacing the front springs or steering head bearings help the handling? How do I check the front springs and steering head bearings to see if thy need replacement?
The PO replaced the rear shock with a progressive shock. I do not know if the front springs or steering head bearings have been replaced.
My question is at cruising speed 65-75 mph the front end feels light and very ?flickable? is this normal? Also in very tight turns like the Dragons Tail the front end under steers and I have to work to keep it stable. I am running Dunlop Road Smart II with 40psi front and 42psi rear. (less psi in the front tire causes bad under steering)
Would replacing the front springs or steering head bearings help the handling? How do I check the front springs and steering head bearings to see if thy need replacement?