What causes the rear wheel of a motorcycle to wobble slightly from side to side when in gear?

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ElenaAnn
07/25/25 2:48am
The reasons for the rear wheel of a motorcycle wobbling slightly from side to side when in gear are as follows: Low tire pressure: Low tire pressure or deformation of the tire itself can cause wobbling. Check the tire and inflate it to resolve the issue. Loose rear wheel spokes: Loose spokes on the rear wheel can cause the rim to wobble or the rim itself may be deformed or damaged by external forces. If deformed, replacement is necessary. Excessive wear: Excessive wear between the connecting shaft and the guide sleeve at the hinge joint of the rear swingarm and the frame can lead to significant looseness and wobbling. Loose nuts: Worn or imbalanced bearings inside the rear wheel or a loose rear axle nut can cause the rear wheel to wobble.
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