I had the same problem getting somone to balance my F1. and just this last week I noticed it is wearing out-of-round. I first noticied it at higher speeds. (90+) and started looking for the source and one side has worn about 3/32" more than the other(180 degrees in rotation not side to side). still rides smooth as silk below 80 so it realy doesn't bother much. Still tons of tread after 15,000 miles, but I am thinking now I will trade it out this winter. I have a friend that works as a mechanic for GM dealer that says he can balance it. I actually don't mind changin a tire after what will probably 20k. I wil change it at my convience instead of out of necessity.

DYNA-BEADS, boys..... get em and be happy!


greg

Are you using these? Any draw backs? Thanks!

yes, I use em. nope, no draw backs.

Well, you do have to take the wheels off to put the beads in. that's the only pain in the ass about it.


greg

By crackie I think I will that should resolve the problem

I read that you could put them in thru the valve stem...is that not the case?

well yes,
but the valve stem is at a 90 degree angle, soooooooo. it's better to lay the tire on its' side to let the little buggers dribble in via direct gravity vs. indirect gravity. they go much easier that a ways. also, take the valve core out. then replace after putting in der vitzle itsy bitsy beads.


greg

So you dont have to seperarte the tire from the rim...great news. I guess I could just lay the bike on it's side

2oz. front-3oz back..... good to go snuff.


greg

A rocket with Triumph driver floorboards will lay on its' left side without touching any paint or chrome it will rest on the floorboard pivot . I don't have a center stand or darkside tire so I can't say how that might effect the balance. I can stand the bike back up by myself but I would still want a second person to assist with this operation. Just make sure you ease the bike down and the floor is level or sloped to the right.