Hi, I am stopping by the Hannigan Factory on Monday to see about getting a sidecar for my ST1300 ... I would appreciate any words that you all might have regarding their Astro series?
Thanks in advance
Keith
Fairfield Glade, TN
Keith,
We have an 03 ST1300/Hannigan Astro Sport. It is the one in the Hannigan web page. We have put about 33,000 miles on the ST with 25,000 of those with the sidecar attached. It is a great combo for cross country and around town.
The steering was a little heavy on twisty roads so last spring I put a steerite triple tree conversion on and it made a big difference. I have ordered new fork springs and they should be here any day. I think they will raise the bike close to original. The added weigth compresses the front forks more than normal. Now for the real info. It is a blast! You are going to love it just be ready to answere questions where ever you go. Have fun. Let me know if you have any questions.
Bob
Roswell, NM
Thanks ... great information! How many of the modifications that you mention were able to be done by Hannigan ... I am thinking I would rather have them all done at the time of the installation.
Thanks again, look forward to reading your answer!
I do not know if Hannnigan can do the steering on the ST. I did not ask them about it when I had my sidecar mounted. These are questions you need to ask Monday. They are great people to work with and I am sure they can help you or get you pointed in the right direction.
Bob
Bob, had a wonderful visit with Hannigan, but they did not have a Astro Sport and I was wondering if you have any pictures of your setup online or can you send me some photos, I am interested in seeing the rig from all sides.
Thanks
Keith,
Send your email address to me and I will send you some pictures. You can also see the rig in Hannigan's web page under sidecars then Astro Sport. That is our rig.
bob-cheryl@cableone.net
Bob
