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Old 05-01-08, 07:46 PM
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Originally Posted by BarracksSi
According to that quote, gyroscopic force does have an effect.

I haven't ridden such a bike, but I can't stand stationary on mine without falling over (track stands don't count). I'm guessing that, when I'm moving, the spinning wheels help me stay upright.
Well, I didn't say "no effect".

Many people assume that the gyroscopic action of the front wheel is solely responsible for keeping a bicycle upright. In fact, its effect is minor.

Try reading the rest of the item I linked.

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