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Steering/Suspension Troubleshooting

Steering pulls to one side

Tire inflation-uneven Adjust air pressure
Wheel bearings faulty Replace faulty bearings
Frame bent Replace frame
Fork bent Replace fork

Hard to steer

Tire inflation (too lo) Adjust tire pressure
Steering head bearings worn Replace steering stem bearings
Steering shaft nut loose Tighten steering nut

Tires wearing uneven

Wheel bearings faulty Replace wheel bearings
Tire pressure incorrect Adjust tire pressure

Front suspension soft

Weak fork spring Replace shock
Fork oil contaminated Change fork oil

Front suspension stiff

Damaged inner fork component Rebuild fork

Rear suspension soft

Weak spring Replace shock
Shock absorber faulty Replace shock

Rear suspension loose

Swingarm bushings/bearings worn out Replace faulty bushing/bearings
Loose nuts and bolts Tighten nuts and bolts

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