Is it the wheels only or a design problem? I have poor handling going into the wind or especially when following semi's down the interstate. The front end wants to wander all over the place and it does not make for a relaxing ride. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
I think it is what one is used to. My plastic sided, fairing equipped (read barn door), high and lightweight sportbikes take more concentration in crosswinds or blustery conditions than the V-Rod. When it is especially windy here in Colorado, I grab the grips a little more firmly but I 'm not rigid in the arms. I look ahead for clues... vehicles, grass, trees so I'm not surprised by a gust or blast of wind.
Experience coupled with maybe a safety course will help. The solid disk wheels will catch a crosswind and push you around, but that is natural. You could always buy ($$$$) new wheels.....
Luck, and be safe! Welcome to the best H/D forum on the web!
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I appreciate the responses. I do have a touring windshield, however the bike does wander unlike any other bike I have ridden (only in turbulent air conditions). Do not get me wrong, I enjoy the bike very much, but was just curious if other people have corrected this with wheels or had any other recommendations.
I also had the same problem and changed the front wheel to an open spoked wheel....over 2000 miles since the wheel change and have experienced no wobble or drifting since....well worth the money!!! A safer ride too!
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