Watch Out for Wobble and Weave!

What They Are and How to Deal with Them

When you're riding a motorcycle, there are few things more unsettling than feeling your bike wobble or weave. These two phenomena can be dangerous, and it's important to know how to deal with them if they occur.

Wobble

Wobble is the rapid oscillation of the front caster at 810 cycles per second. This can be caused by a number of factors, including:

• Improper tire pressure
• Loose or worn steering head bearings
• Misaligned handlebars
• Aerodynamic forces

Wobble can be a very dangerous situation, as it can quickly lead to a loss of control. If you experience wobble, the best thing to do is to remain calm and try to correct the problem by:

• Checking your tire pressure
• Tightening your steering head bearings
• Aligning your handlebars
• Adjusting your speed and riding position

If you are unable to correct the wobble, you should pull over to a safe location and have your motorcycle inspected by a qualified mechanic.

Weave

Weave is a side-to-side oscillation of the motorcycle that is caused by a combination of factors, including:

• Improper suspension settings
• Loose or worn chain
• Misaligned rear wheel
• Aerodynamic forces

Weave can be less dangerous than wobble, but it can still be unsettling and lead to a loss of control. If you experience weave, the best thing to do is to try to correct the problem by:

• Checking your suspension settings
• Tightening your chain
• Aligning your rear wheel
• Adjusting your speed and riding position

If you are unable to correct the weave, you should pull over to a safe location and have your motorcycle inspected by a qualified mechanic.

Wobble and weave are two of the most common problems that motorcyclists face. By understanding what causes these problems and how to deal with them, you can help to prevent them from becoming a danger to you or your passengers.