I am collecting some information on Goldwing sidecar outfits. Comfort and reverse are the top points of interest for me.
What Goldwing edition and what sidecar do you have?
How easy is it for an older not-so-nimble adult to get in and out of the sidecar?
How long have you had it?
What modifications do you recommend? (Automotive rear tire, leading link or other front end, etc.)
How does it compare to other rigs you have owned?
Fuel economy or range at various speeds (50, 60, 70 mph)?
What tires and how long do they last?
Does the reverse work with the weight of the sidecar (and passenger) up a slight incline?
Recommend DCT or not?
How does it handle with an adult rear passenger and two 20 pound dogs in the tub?
Any other comments?
Thanks for your thoughts.
My background: motorcycling for 60 years. After taking a sidecar class, I added a new Hannigan Duel Sport to my 2018 BMW R1200 GS in late 2020 as my first sidecar. The cost of adding the sidecar and associated mods was about the same as the cost of a new GS (LBS leading link from end, replace 5.5 gallon fuel tank with 7.5 gallon GSA tank, custom paint, automotive rear wheel). I have not piloted anything else but it tracks a straight line with no effort.
