Front wheel wobble

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02-14-11 | 05:39 PM

mrshinsa

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Front wheel wobble

Hi folks,

I'm riding a Motobecane century comp and it has about 400 miles on it.
During moderate speed braking(15~20mph), the front wheel wobbles.
It didn't do this when the bike was new.

Any idea as to what might be causing this?

Thanks in advance.

02-14-11 | 05:42 PM

MegaTom

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Is the quick-release clamped down tight? If so, your hub's cones may need adjusting.

02-14-11 | 05:48 PM

Sine Wave

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^That, especially if you can wobble your wheel back and forth while it is stationary. Also check that your rim is true and your brake pads are hitting evenly.

02-15-11 | 08:18 AM

rogerstg

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All of the above, and check spoke tension too.

02-15-11 | 08:33 AM

merlinextraligh

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Highly likely that your headset is loose.

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