Speedmaster 2011 Speedmaster Tends To Steer On Slow Speed Manoeuvres

Over tight or worn headstock bearings?

 

I had an 09 Speedmaster and it was the worst handling bike I’ve ever owned
I loved the engine and gear box and think it’s one of the best looking bikes out there
Handling is fine but not great once you’re up to speed
But mini roundabouts and car park manoeuvres was bordering on dangerous at times
These bikes can be improved immensely by changing the tyres and rear suspension
If it’s still got the original metzeller tyres on I would change them for some Avon’s

 

It’s because of the raked out forks that make the bike feel a bit floppy at low speed manoeuvres
As long as the head bearings and tyre pressure is ok then it’s just a case of getting used to it

 

My Speedmaster is really floppy at low speeds. Dilligaf is right, the rake causes that feel at low speeds. Don’t fret too much though. It’s something you will learn to deal with. It’s really not that bad. I do recommend new tires, NOT the ME880! Also have the steering head bearing checked just to be sure.