Front Brake judder

[darrsi]

[quote author=darrsi link=topic=18057.msg208361#msg208361 date=1440756741]
I find the simplest way to check if head bearings are maybe loose is by having the bike on the ground, push it forward a bit then pull hard on the front brake lever.
If they are not tightened up enough then you will hear and feel a knock.
Obviously if they were not torqued as they should be then braking force would cause a juddering sensation because of the play.

A bit like when you get a loose wheel on a shopping trolley!

Another easy way to check your steering head bearings (A little more subtle  :eek )

Lift the front wheel off the ground (on centerstand and sit someone/thing on the pillion seat probably easiest)

Gently turn bars from full lock to full lock. If there is any play in the bearing it will self centre. (Kind of drops into the centre with your wheel pointing straight forward)

Not very exciting was it, but effective!
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Or let me ride your bike, I'll whinge like mad.  :lol