Can You Avoid Speed Wobbles?

Can You Avoid Speed Wobbles?

To maximize stability and eliminate speed wobble completely in your setup you will need to ride a lower board or lower degree trucks/more restrictive bushings. One of the most common mistakes that beginners encounter when learning how to ride is putting all the weight on the back truck of the board.

How do you deal with speed wobble?

The best way to bring a speed wobble back under control is to close the throttle and hold on tight. Try to grip the tank with your knees so that you aren't thrown off and keep your feet on the footpegs unless you need to put a foot down to balance.

Why do I get speed wobbles?

A speed wobble typically starts when the front wheel elevates from the ground when you accelerate, do a wheelie, or run into a pothole. If the front wheels of your bike settle back on the road at an angle, the wheel is supposed to get back into a straight line.

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