Front Tires wearing on the inside - aligned TWICE! What's next?

[phil schultz]

2023 rtl with 4500 miles. front tires worn excessively on the inside, might indicate toe out but have laser alignment done twice and found to be spot on, if I believe that and there is no camber adjustment what's next?

 

[jcthorne]

2023 rtl with 4500 miles. front tires worn excessively on the inside, might indicate toe out but have laser alignment done twice and found to be spot on, if I believe that and there is no camber adjustment what's next?

While there is no camber adjustment, the camber can be checked while doing a laser alignment. Should be 0 to -2deg and even within 1 deg side to side. If its off by much, the front suspension has been damaged since it left the factory. There is no adjustment and the damage could easily be the frame, not the a-arms. Get it checked. Regardless, inside edge wear on the front tires is indeed an alignment issue.

 

[BajaRon]

Laser alignment isn't magic. If the tech is not diligent, inexperienced, or just lazy, you can get a bad alignment out of the deal. I'd get a 2nd opinion.

 

[ahh-cool]

I had the same problem. I had them re-align the tires so they are straight. It feels so much better. Just had it done, so I can't comment on it yet

 

[BajaRon]

I had the same problem. I had them re-align the tires so they are straight. It feels so much better. Just had it done, so I can't comment on it yet

Done right, laser alignment is awesome. Just keep an eye on your tires. Catching improper wear early can save you a set.

 

[AndysF3S]

My SWAG is that your ride height is wrong. If your ride height is too low, the bike will have excessive toe out, resulting in wandering steering and wear on the inside of the tires. Were you on the bike, or was the bike loaded to your weight (1 or 2-up) during the alignment? If not, you will find likely need to raise your front end by adjusting the preload on your front shocks, which will reduce your toe out. FYI