i think i need a steering damper

[wannabfast]

well ive got a m796, and ive noticed that the bars sway a little bit under acceleration just a hint, its not crazy, but i think a steering damper will help keep it steady under slight bumps and whatnot, opinions? i would like to know what people have put on, i sort of like the sideways shock like the ohlins or bitubo, but the compact design of the scotts or gpr is attractive too, any thoughts or experience?

[muskrat]

I love my bitubo and still do after three years.  I resisted spending the money and no matter what bike I own from here on out I will always buy one.  Worth every penny you spend on such items.

[mjk778]

I agree with muskrat.  My bitubo makes a huge difference, it also looks awesome.  Money well spent.

[Desert Dust]

I have thought about getting a damper for my S2R 1000 just for the bling, but really, I do not have any issues with stability on my bike. I've had other bikes that needed one, like my Honda 350 back in the 70s that got the head shakes so badly it nearly spit me off on the side of the road. I kept it upright, no injuries, except for the brown stain on my Fruit of the Looms. 

[Duc796canada]

My M796 is very stable, other than bad roads, I see no need for the steering damper on mine.

[wannabfast]

My M796 is very stable, other than bad roads, I see no need for the steering damper on mine.

thats what i thought at first, but every once in a while it gets the shakes

[DucNaked]

thats what i thought at first, but every once in a while it gets the shakes

Have you had your suspension set up properly?

[Raux]

check your rear shock. maybe you need to up the preload

[Full_Spectrum]

There are a few options for this gen bike aside from the ones you mentioned.

FG Gubellini- they make the DP kit, but they also sell an aftermarket version without the DP branding.
Toby- They make a complete kit as well. Yoyodyne sells it in the US.
Storz- They make a side mount kit which is pretty cool, though I had a difficult time actually get one of these and gave up after a few tries. Looks cool though.

[wannabfast]

check your rear shock. maybe you need to up the preload

i believe the preload is set to the highest setting... and its just a tiny amount of wiggle in certain conditions, it might be the pavement being uneven the rear feels solid

[Raux]

preload or dampening?

how much do you weigh?

[wannabfast]

i weigh about 200, the damper is set all the way stiff, the preload is where it was when i got it, i havent noticed this before just a recent development, it could very well be the rear tire wearing out

[DucNaked]

i weigh about 200, the damper is set all the way stiff, the preload is where it was when i got it, i havent noticed this before just a recent development, it could very well be the rear tire wearing out

Your underspung. Get your suspension dialed in before you get a damper.

[wannabfast]

i adjusted the preload a little bit, i havent really noticed any significant changes in the handling, but then again, i havent really pushed it hard

[118811]

I run a side mounted DP Performance dampner. 

I raised my rear height up 20mm, which made turn in a little quicker...which I like on smooth roads.
On rough roads and freeway I do appreciate the stabilizing factor that the dampner provides.