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Old 01-29-2013, 06:51 PM   #59 (permalink)
bschloop
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I have not read any papers on crosswind effects on motorcycles, but I have experienced them on a partially streamlined very light bike. the streamlining I had last year was ok in crosswinds, but worse than the stock bike (not by much). it was more stable at speed though. this year I hope to improve crosswind stability while making the bike lighter. so far, all evidence leads me to believe that a more rounded profile will increase side wind stability.
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