[net.cycle] problem with Honda CX650

drraymond@watdaisy.UUCP (Darrell Raymond) (06/20/84)

I own a Honda CX 650 that I'm very happy with except for one intermittent
problem.  Every so often the bike wants to oscillate to the left and right
(in a gentle but disconcerting manner).  I've had alignment checked and
wheels balanced (the bike is almost new).  The only thing I can think
of that might cause the problem is fuel slopping around in the tank, which
is larger and wider than average.  The effect seems most pronounced when
the tank's half full.
 
Has anyone out there experienced this problem?

If it is the gas sloshing around, can anyone recommend some device that
cuts the surf down?

                           Thanks in advance
                                     Darrell

hsc@hogpc.UUCP (H.COHEN) (07/02/84)

Sloshing fuel does not make a bike oscillate, unless it's a 50cc with
a 12 gal. tank.  You should check torque on the steering head bearings,
and also make sure the triple clamp bolts are tight.  I have a suspicion,
though, that the problem is related to crosswind or road surface/tire
interactions (seriously).  
Failing that, installation of a sidecar may help. :-)
Please post anything you find.  Harvey S. Cohen  AT&T-IS Labs, NJ
***** 300,000 km/sec: It's not just a good idea; it's the LAW! *****