I bought my bird less than three months ago, on spec without seeing or riding it first. It came from a dealer in Bolton. It arrived ok and as described, (somewhat relieved). However, I could not get on with the bikes handling. It was unpredictable especially on initial turn in for corners.
I was so concerned I booked it into a local Honda dealer for a safety check and it came out with a 100% sign off? I persevered but decided to sell her and put it down to a bad experience. I thought perhaps it had been thrown down the road at some point in its life and not repaired correctly.
I decided to give the bike one last check over and found the rear wheel was out of alignment by about 5mm. I reset it and the chain tension hoping for the best.
The bike is transformed, I cant believe how much better it is, sure footed and turns in beautifully. My confidence in the bike has returned and I am now starting to enjoy what was a very disappointing start.
I am a bit miffed at both dealers to be honest and if I had used her in the rain chances are I would have thrown it down the road...........All's well that ends well.
I was so concerned I booked it into a local Honda dealer for a safety check and it came out with a 100% sign off? I persevered but decided to sell her and put it down to a bad experience. I thought perhaps it had been thrown down the road at some point in its life and not repaired correctly.
I decided to give the bike one last check over and found the rear wheel was out of alignment by about 5mm. I reset it and the chain tension hoping for the best.
The bike is transformed, I cant believe how much better it is, sure footed and turns in beautifully. My confidence in the bike has returned and I am now starting to enjoy what was a very disappointing start.
I am a bit miffed at both dealers to be honest and if I had used her in the rain chances are I would have thrown it down the road...........All's well that ends well.