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<blockquote data-quote="mercurycrest" data-source="post: 23343" data-attributes="member: 64"><p>Hi Buzz, </p><p> I don't think I've ever used the chokes on a Vincent. I'd be inclined to look for a dirty jet or something like that. The back brakes should easily lock the wheel. Vincents aren't twitchy, check the damper (too tight?), headrace bearings and make sure the front spring isn't sacked out. You can stretch the spring back to length by driving a wedge between the coils until it's back to proper length, do it with the coil cold (unheated) and work your way around till all is even and straight. Switch to a hydraulic coil over shock when you can for a nice smooth(er) ride.</p><p> Cheers, John</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="mercurycrest, post: 23343, member: 64"] Hi Buzz, I don't think I've ever used the chokes on a Vincent. I'd be inclined to look for a dirty jet or something like that. The back brakes should easily lock the wheel. Vincents aren't twitchy, check the damper (too tight?), headrace bearings and make sure the front spring isn't sacked out. You can stretch the spring back to length by driving a wedge between the coils until it's back to proper length, do it with the coil cold (unheated) and work your way around till all is even and straight. Switch to a hydraulic coil over shock when you can for a nice smooth(er) ride. Cheers, John [/QUOTE]
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