Unstable left hand turns ???

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Unstable left hand turns ???

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Bike has been riding fine recently, planninghaving on giving it a full service next weekend. The last time I rode it though was having issues turning left.

Basically I put the bike into the corner and it felt as though the wheel was folding under the bike. It didnt happen when i turned right. Its difficult to explain, but it felt as though the wheel was loose, but as i said, only turning left, right turns felt normal

have looked at wheel since and it is firmly bolted in there - any ideas ? maybe a wheel bearing ? or problem with left fork leg ???
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Re: Unstable left hand turns ???

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What you tyre look like the road camber can cause more wear on one side and maybe make it feel like it's about to tuck under
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Or maybe your fork seal has gone?
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tyres look fine, not sure if it may be fork seal Have some spare so may well just replace them? i hear its a nightmare !

bit of oil on the fork legs, suppose this could well be it ???
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Unless you've recently bled the brakes or something. Front end wanting to wash out and oil on the fork legs would leed me to believe thats what it is.
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I would have a real good look at the swingarm bearings. If they have anyplay it will have that effect. best to check it with 2 people as it is easy to miss. Have one person apply lateral force whilst you place your finger between the frame and swingarm up at the bearing boss on either side and feel for play. cheers

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