[IDigem1]

Well, i have heard several diff amount of "toe Out" from 10 mm to 30 mm .... 1" to almost 2" , i found myself , that 1" of toe out is good for all speeds , no wander on packed trails, any less you get "wander side to side , i'm running Mud Lites @ 4 psi in the front ,at higher speeds (say above 30 mph) nobody seems to consider air pressure in these discussions , but i can say for myself 1/2" toe out on each wheel ...1" total , seems to work good for me !! My tire wear is even across the front... trial an error , play around see what works for you .

 

[IDigem1]

IMO... some dealers just want the $$$$ and the PDI'sare secondary, i found a bunch of things i was not impressed with ie bolts missing- 2 cotter pins missing- Toe out was 2 1/2 inches on 1 wheel-wires pinched-no owners manual under the seat- Just things that shouldn't be happening after you spend ur hard earned $$$, But you know what ...thanks to forums like this one we as Group can save lots of $$$ learning from each other!!!...... Woo hoo * Must be tough being a Honda dealer , selling such dependable machines ...

 

[IDigem1]

I agree H4 , every bike / set up will be a little diff .... tire sizes /pressures etc.. riding style / terrain ,

 

[IDigem1]

I should have also mentioned , Toe out also has to do with , with front steering geometry, full lock to lock , as one wheel turns more then the opposing wheel, You may have no issues driving straight line , as far as tire scuff, but could be increasing tire scuff when turning . Hope you all can understand what i'm trying to write, i've raced stock cars for years , handling is everything , off roading is different , and everybody's ATV's will vary accordingly. But i drive mine down the road . with "total" 1 inch toe out ..... ( level surface, ... important *** ) tracks straight and true , i gives you a nice confident feel.... while turning "total control", Now i've tried completely straight .....bike wanders way too much , and i found increased tire scuff while turning... i don't know castor angles (built in .factory) But air pressure will also affect the handling characteristics also, so just some things to keep in mind ... hope this helps some . to understand ...... John

 

[IDigem1]

That 1 Tire straight , and the other Tire Toed out , is acually the HONDA FACTORY spec !!!!!! I don't get it , and still have not heard why they do it .......Anybody ?? out there respond.....