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Centramatic Stainless Wheel Balancers for GL1800
By Centramatic SKU: CTMGW100-102
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MSRP: $358.50
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2 Stars: 5
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Centramatic Stainless Wheel Balancers for GL1800
ITEM CODE: CTMGW100-102, SKU: CTMGW100-102
05.28.2010
5 Stars
added these along with the seeley damper and what a difference, well worth the money |
Centramatic Stainless Wheel Balancers for GL1800
ITEM CODE: CTMGW100-102, SKU: CTMGW100-102
05.26.2010
5 Stars
I just installed these and all I can say is WOW!!! The bike rides smoother and feels more grounded in the turns! They aren't cheap, but definitely work as advertised! For all the nay sayers out there, try a bike that has them and decide for yourself. For me, a great product and highly recommended! |
Centramatic Stainless Wheel Balancers for GL1800
ITEM CODE: CTMGW100-102, SKU: CTMGW100-102
05.23.2010
4 Stars
A buddy of mine ordered the stainless steel polished version of these and handed down his black ones to me. The ones I got had relatively few miles on them, but the paint black (powdercoat?) was flaking off pretty badly. The installation was straightforward enough, but I wondered how many ounces of "balancer" moves through the outer ring of these. It can't be more than a couple of ounces, and with them being so close to the hub, I doubted these would be as effective as other methods (Dynabeads, for example). It sounds as if there is just sand in them. However, my initial experience is they do make some difference. I plan to put them through more trials this week and if feel they require more comment, I may be back. I wish they were finished better and hope they work well especially in the "wobble zone" (accelerating and decelerating between 20-35 mph). |
Centramatic Stainless Wheel Balancers for GL1800
ITEM CODE: CTMGW100-102, SKU: CTMGW100-102
05.21.2010
4 Stars
I installed these along with new Avon Cobra tires and the Super brace on the forks then went on a 2500 mile run. I thought the wing was smooth before, ha. It's almost too smooth to believe it's a motorcycle. Unlike a previous review, I ran up to 125+ with absolutely no adverse issues. The polished stainless enhances the bike when people actually find them after I point them out. I didn't give them 5 stars because, yes you can hear the beads moving around at slower speeds and I haven't had them long enough to actually know if they'll increase tire life. (they should) But, so far I'd say I'm happy that I bought them, although, my wallet's a bit sore. |
Centramatic Stainless Wheel Balancers for GL1800
ITEM CODE: CTMGW100-102, SKU: CTMGW100-102
05.18.2010
5 Stars
Between these and the Superbrace fork brace the ride is best described as solid as a rock and smooth as silk at the same time. Front fork deceleration wobble is gone and cornering, even at lower speeds, is like being on a rail. I added the brace a few hundrer miles ago and it helped with the wobble, but with this it is gone completely and there is a difficult to describe difference in the ride. It was also and easy DIY install, without even the need to pull the front tire completely "out" of the forks/calipers (which would mean a lot more disassemble), just pull the axel and pinch bolts and rotate the tire as you go to get at everything. Rear also went on without pulling the tire out from under the bike. |
Centramatic Stainless Wheel Balancers for GL1800
ITEM CODE: CTMGW100-102, SKU: CTMGW100-102
05.01.2010
5 Stars
I've had mine for a number of months now, and think they work fine especially that I don't see any tire cupping or wear pattern. Also very smooth riding. However, I had a recient opportunity to run the bike up to 125 MPH and it began to vibrate pretty significantly and didn't go away going faster. Fork moving, or tire balance problem? I was surprised thinking the Centramatic Wheel Balancers would keep it smooth. |
Centramatic Stainless Wheel Balancers for GL1800
ITEM CODE: CTMGW100-102, SKU: CTMGW100-102
04.28.2010
1 Stars
Had to toss in a response to BBStacker as one has to keep in mind that I NEVER stated the product didn't work, only the fact that one has to balance product with options to cost. If we could rate the product on quality vs cost then the numbers would stack up differently. We don't have this option so my rating is applied based on the over all. Claims about tires lasting longer makes total sense as the tires are being balance with every start of rotation. The product works by applying centrifugal force through a series of weights (beads) applied. The rotation and "out of balance" condition causes the beads to find there place until a balance is obtained. The process is simple the price is not. |
Centramatic Stainless Wheel Balancers for GL1800
ITEM CODE: CTMGW100-102, SKU: CTMGW100-102
04.27.2010
5 Stars
The ride is like silk. Of course, my ride was like silk prior to my purchase and installation of these balancers so I must admit that I did not think these were worth the expense at first. After riding around for a few weeks I have noticed an improvement. My bike was smooth before but now at points it feels as though I am riding on air; like driving an Escalade. I think the balancers may have helped round out the tires a little. I look forward to seeing how much longer my tires will last because these definitely seem to be doing something. Also... you can hear the swishing of the beads at low speeds but it is not loud enough to be annoying or even noticeable unless you are listening for them. With the radio on I hear nothing. Plus you don't have to worry about them getting caught in your valve stem like Dyna Beads. Overall a good product but may not be a necessity or a “must-have”. |
Centramatic Stainless Wheel Balancers for GL1800
ITEM CODE: CTMGW100-102, SKU: CTMGW100-102
04.25.2010
5 Stars
After reading all the reviews I am determined to buy a sent for my wing. Going to start saving now. I would like to Todd's negative comment. He commented that with a $10.00 balancing fee for each time had balancing beads installed it would take 25 changes to break even. Todd don't forget it will take you even longer to break even because your tires will LAST LONGER |
Centramatic Stainless Wheel Balancers for GL1800
ITEM CODE: CTMGW100-102, SKU: CTMGW100-102
04.24.2010
5 Stars
Stainless steel - nice! I too purchased them from WS before the new stainless steel set came out from Centramatic. I am wondering if WS can arrange with Centramatic a free exchange for those that wish to have the stainless steel? Fantastic ride - super! |
Centramatic Stainless Wheel Balancers for GL1800
ITEM CODE: CTMGW100-102, SKU: CTMGW100-102
04.23.2010
5 Stars
I know that there are a lot of people wishing they had waited to buy these things now that they are stainless steel. I ordered mine and they were sold out and ended up getting the new ones. that being said I know they work good because of all the reviews and now they look great. they even look better than the pictures indicate. glad i got lucky and got the new ones |
Centramatic Stainless Wheel Balancers for GL1800
ITEM CODE: CTMGW100-102, SKU: CTMGW100-102
04.23.2010
5 Stars
Easy to install and what an improvement to the handling and the ride. I didn't tell my wife that I bought them and the first time she was on the bike after they were installed she asked me why the ride was so smooth. |