Steering Stabilizer/Damper

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Has anyone installed a steering stabilizer/damper on their NT? I'm considering it in an effort to decrease th vibration and harshness in my steering.
 

DirtFlier

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Speaking generally, steering dampers are not designed to reduce vibration and harshness you feel in the grips.
 
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I don't know of anyone who has added a stabilizer.
Have you gone over the front end closely (wheel balance, steering bearings)?

Brad
 
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Check your front tyre as I suspect this is probably the cause of your front end problems.

It is amazing how much better a bike feels with a new front tyre ;-)

Seagrass
 

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[...Check your front tyre as I suspect this is probably the cause of your front end problems...]

+1. Some brands/models of tires seem to develop cupping at a fairly low mileage.
 
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