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    is this normal for a gs1100e

    i took out my gs1100e for a test ride after working on getting it road worthy. when i open up the throttle the nose point up, the forks fully extend. i do have the preload on the 3rd notch. oh and stock swingarm.

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    Sounds a little down on power -- the front tire should leave the ground entirely...
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      #3
      Originally posted by bwringer View Post
      Sounds a little down on power -- the front tire should leave the ground entirely...
      That's what I was thinking too.

      He's not trying hard enough.......
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        #4
        Be careful .. it's worse when you are going uphill

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          #5
          well she was sitting for 12 years before i got to her, and it was the first ride :P once i get all the air out the brakes we'll see what she can really do

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