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    Any ideas why a 1982 GS850GL with good tires[they look good], new steering bearings[replaced tring to solve this problem],rear shocks are a little soft, would wander back and forth while travelling around 20-30 mph. Seems to go away at higher speeds. thanks

    #2
    Put bike on center stand and start bike in gear and look at tread line. Might have a broken belt and wobble.

    Just got rid of that problem on wifes 650L...

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      #3
      Check your swing arm bearings, too, while you have it on the center stand.

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        #4
        Steering head bearings too tight will do it too.
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          #5
          Agreed with all the above.

          Swingarm bearings on a shaftie rarely present a problem, but they're worth checking.

          How old are those tires? "They look good" doesn't mean squat.
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            #6
            wandering...

            Check your tire inflation. It way be the problem.

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              #7
              Thanks for the info. steering bearing was to snug. next time i will use a smaller hammer.

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