what is the aproximate measurement from the left side of cycle to the outside of sidecar wheel,i have about 60 inch ,looks like to much to me,i have not built the tub yet, tks tm
Depends on what the bike is and what the frame is. Mine is a little over 70" and is very stable. I like a wide setup
Ron in Co
mine is 76" from fairing edge to SC outside fender edge.
Since bikes and sidecars vary so much, the center tread to tread track has more bearing on handling than any other width measurement (unless you are fitting it to a trailer or available door opening).
Wider is more stable, narrower is more maneuverable.
I like to stay close to 12" from frame to frame. That leaves room for legs and panniers usually without to much unwanted extra steering effort.
Lonnie
Originally written by Hack'n on 3/25/2006 9:18 PM
Since bikes and sidecars vary so much, the center tread to tread track has more bearing on handling than any other width measurement (unless you are fitting it to a trailer or available door opening).Wider is more stable, narrower is more maneuverable.I like to stay close to 12" from frame to frame. That leaves room for legs and panniers usually without to much unwanted extra steering effort. Lonnie
that frame to frame measurement doesnt work for BMW's with the jugs sticking out the sides.You need more room in between the bike and SC, for valve adjustments, or whatever..Carbs, ETC.. I found out my MV FII flip nose is perfect for the Beemer...I can open the nose and sit on the inside floor of the SC and do the valve adjusting, or plug changing. :o)
Frame to frame measurements are good for discussion but the discussion of them does not directly relate to handling as widths of sidecars themselves vary.
Track width (centerline of sidecar to centerline of bike tire) is really what counts.
I like to go with a minimum of 52" but have gone less and many times more. Wide, in my opinion, is far better than narrow most of the time.
We see weight ratios between sidecars and bikes discussed here a lot but very seldom track widths discussed. Placing a light sidecar farther out away from the bike can make the rig a lot more stable and may allow one to carry less ballast. Keep in mind that the mounts are put under more stress as we move the sidecar out so they must be up to the task in preventing slippage, flexing etc.
THANK'S FELLA'S FOR THE INFO.IT HELPED A LOT..TRIESTE
