Triple tree degree & supplier?

www.libertysidecars.com
I have Pete's triple tree on my rig and I'm very happy with it.

I have a 5 degree triple tree on my rig from DMC and its almost like having "Power steering".

I've used the Liberty 5 degree trees with good results. You don't need a damper with these trees.

The OEM Harley trike trees are used by some. Less expensive. Harley still uses the steering damper with these so they may have a lessor degree of change from stock.

Lonnie

The feel of power steering is very appealing following my first experience with this sidecar on my H.D. The $1000 + investment in a pair of triple trees and work involved in putting them on does not.
I have found this is like anything else...................if you want to dance you gott'a pay the fiddler.

".....I have found this is like anything else...................if you want to dance you gott'a pay the fiddler."

I installed the Liberty trees. They work quite well and they did take a bit of time to install because "since I am in here, I might as well......."

Well worth it, though..... have you tried to play the fiddle? ...... not so easy.....

Choke

Looks like Liberty Trees are the favorite pick here. I would have thought there would be many different brands suggested to use. I have never tried to play fiddle but I may learn to install the trees if my local bike mechanic hits me with an expensive installation quote. The worst part I think would be getting the entire fairing off the Ultra.

Toyman, we have no experience with an Ultra, but we installed a 5* tree on our former Sportster rig from Hawg Halters over in Georgia with good results: http://www.hawghalters.com/

I have been considering new trees too but I'd like to get the adjustable type. Anyone know if such a thing is available for a 2008 Road King? I have found them for older models but not mine.

No adjustable tree's are made, the way the fairing is done on your bike it would take quite a bit of work just to get to the tree's to adjust them. If you have a real need to be able to adjust the trail then a leading link can be built that way.
BTW, we of course also offer tree's current price is $895
Jay G
DMC sidecars
866-638-1793

The Tri-glide trees are about half the cost, just as much work, and don't quite get the job done. So why do it twice, don't ask me how I know this 🙂

Thanks for the info. I'm not commited to total sidecar use on my bike yet but if I do I'll look DMC up.

big al - 2/16/2015 10:46 AM

The Tri-glide trees are about half the cost, just as much work, and don't quite get the job done. So why do it twice, don't ask me how I know this 🙂

I know you stated to not ask but inquiring minds must ask.................why don't they get the job done? I need to cancel my order if they don't.

I have the triglide trees. Easy install and easy steering. I did not use the HD steering damper but I have no need for one. Cheapest bang for the buck for a new triple tree. I will admit I have no comparison but it works for me.

I put the triglide trees on a 03 Electra Glide and they work great without a damper. Removing the head bearing races was the biggest problem with the whole process. I used my stock forks and am not sure if the triglide forks would be worth the cost involved.