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Quote from Deleted user on May 9, 2017, 5:32 pmYou will find a bunch of friendly and knowledgeable people here. Enjoy the forum! Check out the links on the Home Page for Books, Dealers, Manufacturers and Distributors and of course find local contact info on The Map. This website is paid for by USCA membership dues. Support Sidecaring and this site. Become a member. Your membership entitles you to patches, pins, discounts at rallies, and a great bimonthly magazine/newsletter delivered to your home. Let the Sidecar world into your life! Sign up; help out. You'll be glad you did!"
You will find a bunch of friendly and knowledgeable people here. Enjoy the forum! Check out the links on the Home Page for Books, Dealers, Manufacturers and Distributors and of course find local contact info on The Map. This website is paid for by USCA membership dues. Support Sidecaring and this site. Become a member. Your membership entitles you to patches, pins, discounts at rallies, and a great bimonthly magazine/newsletter delivered to your home. Let the Sidecar world into your life! Sign up; help out. You'll be glad you did!"
Quote from Chris Leontopoulos on December 19, 2018, 2:36 pmHi There!
I'm new to your forum, one of your members suggested that I join to inform you of a special sidecar tour in Greece. My name is Chris, and I'm the founder of the Greek Travel Gurus, https://www.greektravelgurus.com/
We've put together a very special planned itinerary for 2019, the "Greece Sidecar Adventure"
https://www.greektravelgurus.com/greeksidecaradventure and we'd like to put the word out to your members.
Which specific topic should I put the information on?
Thank you
Chris
Hi There!
I'm new to your forum, one of your members suggested that I join to inform you of a special sidecar tour in Greece. My name is Chris, and I'm the founder of the Greek Travel Gurus, https://www.greektravelgurus.com/
We've put together a very special planned itinerary for 2019, the "Greece Sidecar Adventure"
https://www.greektravelgurus.com/greeksidecaradventure and we'd like to put the word out to your members.
Which specific topic should I put the information on?
Thank you
Chris
Quote from Jerald B Stambaugh on April 17, 2019, 6:54 pmThanks for have me. I'm new here but not new to riding and believe it or not, I even pulled a hack for 2 years. Back in the 70's. Sorry if is post is in wrong place.
I started looking for another chair as the knees are getting bad. I'll make a lot of mistakes and have made many, but I'm not ready to drive cages.
Thanks for have me. I'm new here but not new to riding and believe it or not, I even pulled a hack for 2 years. Back in the 70's. Sorry if is post is in wrong place.
I started looking for another chair as the knees are getting bad. I'll make a lot of mistakes and have made many, but I'm not ready to drive cages.
Quote from Jay Wolfe on May 7, 2019, 12:09 pmJust bought my 1st Sidecar rig on a whim & rode her home 619 miles. All went fine except for the torrential rains, my inexperience with sidecars, empty car, torrential rains, MadMax traffic, lovebugs, etc. Had 2 inches of water in the car when I arrived (prolly helped with stability). Remind me to drill some drain holes! The mint condition 2002 Moto Guzzi California EV80 /Velorex rig with 18k miles ran flawlessly and was forgiving my on the job training. Didn't run over any bystanders, and didn't hear any "screaming." I'm now hooked and looking forward to years of pleasurable hacking I'm in Jupiter, Florida. Wife says "I'm not getting in that thing..." So, I have some work to do there.....
Just bought my 1st Sidecar rig on a whim & rode her home 619 miles. All went fine except for the torrential rains, my inexperience with sidecars, empty car, torrential rains, MadMax traffic, lovebugs, etc. Had 2 inches of water in the car when I arrived (prolly helped with stability). Remind me to drill some drain holes! The mint condition 2002 Moto Guzzi California EV80 /Velorex rig with 18k miles ran flawlessly and was forgiving my on the job training. Didn't run over any bystanders, and didn't hear any "screaming." I'm now hooked and looking forward to years of pleasurable hacking I'm in Jupiter, Florida. Wife says "I'm not getting in that thing..." So, I have some work to do there.....
Quote from Jeff_Online on May 8, 2019, 4:08 amI had the Honda copy of the goose. CX500, the BMW wearing a push up bra. 😉 MG must be doing something right, to be copied. That bike was bullet proof.
I also have a Velorex sidecar. I've modified it pretty extensively, so if you want some non-expert plebian opinion of something, without bothering the guys who actually know what they're doing... Lol I've taken every bolt out of mine and put a lot of them back differently. Just got it back on the road (sort of, still tweaking and tightening). My lady seems to be all right with the idea in theory, but has reservations about fitting inside (she's 6'4").
I had the Honda copy of the goose. CX500, the BMW wearing a push up bra. 😉 MG must be doing something right, to be copied. That bike was bullet proof.
I also have a Velorex sidecar. I've modified it pretty extensively, so if you want some non-expert plebian opinion of something, without bothering the guys who actually know what they're doing... Lol I've taken every bolt out of mine and put a lot of them back differently. Just got it back on the road (sort of, still tweaking and tightening). My lady seems to be all right with the idea in theory, but has reservations about fitting inside (she's 6'4").
Quote from Jay Wolfe on May 8, 2019, 8:03 amThanks Jeff. When I asked the seller how to access the "trunk" area, he said he didn't know there was anything as such. Seemed odd to have all that space wasted. I checked Vel. web site for my model 565 & saw a pic of folks stuffing the trunk. When I removed the carpet to dry it I found 2 keys under there along with the cheesy lock mechanism to access the roomy "trunk," Which was now full of rainwater! Thought I'd drill a couple of 1/4" holes, angled aftward, to try to prevent flooding. Whattaya think?
Thanks Jeff. When I asked the seller how to access the "trunk" area, he said he didn't know there was anything as such. Seemed odd to have all that space wasted. I checked Vel. web site for my model 565 & saw a pic of folks stuffing the trunk. When I removed the carpet to dry it I found 2 keys under there along with the cheesy lock mechanism to access the roomy "trunk," Which was now full of rainwater! Thought I'd drill a couple of 1/4" holes, angled aftward, to try to prevent flooding. Whattaya think?
Quote from Jeff_Online on May 9, 2019, 1:34 amCheck how it's leveled when empty. Obviously must be toward the trunk or you would have seen water in the front. Drill in the lowest spot (duh). Anyhow, just don't drill them close enough to affect structural integrity. Drill with a small bit so you got a center, and use the final size from both sides so you don't get raggedy holes. I see no problems, the fiberglass is around an inch thick. Vacuum the dust, fiberglass is itchy and it'll blow all over in the wind.
I forgot some models had that weird under seat trunk latch. I'm working on a lock for mine, but the 562 I'm just doing a cam lock on the top of the tub behind the seat back. Probably need to fab either a latch plate for the lock side, or a catch for the seat side. I found an auto door catch, it's beefy and I think it'll go on the seat.
Check how it's leveled when empty. Obviously must be toward the trunk or you would have seen water in the front. Drill in the lowest spot (duh). Anyhow, just don't drill them close enough to affect structural integrity. Drill with a small bit so you got a center, and use the final size from both sides so you don't get raggedy holes. I see no problems, the fiberglass is around an inch thick. Vacuum the dust, fiberglass is itchy and it'll blow all over in the wind.
I forgot some models had that weird under seat trunk latch. I'm working on a lock for mine, but the 562 I'm just doing a cam lock on the top of the tub behind the seat back. Probably need to fab either a latch plate for the lock side, or a catch for the seat side. I found an auto door catch, it's beefy and I think it'll go on the seat.
Quote from scott kelly on January 7, 2020, 8:27 pmI am a new member. I live in Houston. I just shipped my R1250RT to DMC Sidecars for an install. The Expedition Sidecar.
Right now there is a 5-month lead time on their builds. I used HAULBIKES dot com for shipping. I sure like the driver they sent. The drivers are all motorcycle people.
I am a new member. I live in Houston. I just shipped my R1250RT to DMC Sidecars for an install. The Expedition Sidecar.
Right now there is a 5-month lead time on their builds. I used HAULBIKES dot com for shipping. I sure like the driver they sent. The drivers are all motorcycle people.
Quote from AceinSav on January 8, 2020, 1:47 pmWelcome aboard Scott
sounds like you have put your new rig in good hands. Is this going to be your first rig. just because you are waiting for it to be built don't be a stranger
jump in and get to know the crew here.
Welcome aboard Scott
sounds like you have put your new rig in good hands. Is this going to be your first rig. just because you are waiting for it to be built don't be a stranger
jump in and get to know the crew here.
Quote from Tax Man on January 9, 2020, 7:57 amJeff_Online, you have me picturing in my mind a beautiful, 6'4" Amazon-like woman. I hope she likes the sidecar. You will soon learn if it is too small for her.
Jeff_Online, you have me picturing in my mind a beautiful, 6'4" Amazon-like woman. I hope she likes the sidecar. You will soon learn if it is too small for her.
Quote from Alex Mckenzie on January 16, 2020, 7:33 pmCorrect me if I'm wrong, but is this the introduction section?
I am a newbie and still on the process getting myself to be familiar with the different categories in this community.
I work for an online shop called petstreetmall, feel free to message me if you are looking for dog crates, litter box enclosures, pet bed, and more.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but is this the introduction section?
I am a newbie and still on the process getting myself to be familiar with the different categories in this community.
I work for an online shop called petstreetmall, feel free to message me if you are looking for dog crates, litter box enclosures, pet bed, and more.
Quote from Dave Newman on February 4, 2020, 11:33 amHave a 65 FLH that I am attaching a 59 set up to...
The day I brought I brought it home from Dixon several years back. Needs some work (especially the tub) but it is mostly there.
It will eventually get connected to this...
Owned the bike since October 1970 ( my coming home gift to myself). Rode it pretty much stripped dpwn to the bare essentials. It is now getting a proper finish. Added the adjustable front end and a 3 spd + R tranny to it as well. Won't be fast but should be a great rider.
Have a 65 FLH that I am attaching a 59 set up to...
The day I brought I brought it home from Dixon several years back. Needs some work (especially the tub) but it is mostly there.
It will eventually get connected to this...
Owned the bike since October 1970 ( my coming home gift to myself). Rode it pretty much stripped dpwn to the bare essentials. It is now getting a proper finish. Added the adjustable front end and a 3 spd + R tranny to it as well. Won't be fast but should be a great rider.
Quote from 2FLTC on February 4, 2020, 12:39 pmLooking good . I've have one I'am doing over for a guy that bought it in 1970. It sat in his garage for in last twenty some years and rotted sitting there. Basically just about ever thing getting replaced.
Looking good . I've have one I'am doing over for a guy that bought it in 1970. It sat in his garage for in last twenty some years and rotted sitting there. Basically just about ever thing getting replaced.
Quote from Dave Newman on February 4, 2020, 12:58 pmNot sure what you need (or if I have it) but I will have some extra parts from this project. I am out in Caliofornia.
If you like you can email me hd65flh@att.net
Dave
Not sure what you need (or if I have it) but I will have some extra parts from this project. I am out in Caliofornia.
If you like you can email me hd65flh@att.net
Dave
Quote from 2FLTC on February 5, 2020, 7:46 amI appreciate the offer. It's being a long project being done in my spare time. I think I have ever thing I need a have to do some of the custom parts over, the bike itself is basically all stock. If I get a chance I will post some pictures.
I appreciate the offer. It's being a long project being done in my spare time. I think I have ever thing I need a have to do some of the custom parts over, the bike itself is basically all stock. If I get a chance I will post some pictures.
Quote from John Tagmyer on February 25, 2020, 6:00 pmJust joined, thanks for having me! Quick bio... 70 years young, been riding 50+ years, just got a pristine 2007 H-D Ultra factory rig, been looking for years! Still ride my two wheelers a lot but am loving the hack! gaining more experience on it each time out, slow and safe. reside in Butler, PA about 35 miles north of Pittsburgh. Looking for a 2007 HD side car manual, only thing didn't come with the rig. Name is John but Tag works too!
Just joined, thanks for having me! Quick bio... 70 years young, been riding 50+ years, just got a pristine 2007 H-D Ultra factory rig, been looking for years! Still ride my two wheelers a lot but am loving the hack! gaining more experience on it each time out, slow and safe. reside in Butler, PA about 35 miles north of Pittsburgh. Looking for a 2007 HD side car manual, only thing didn't come with the rig. Name is John but Tag works too!
Quote from 2FLTC on February 26, 2020, 7:28 amJohn Congratulations on you new rig to you. This is not a hopping site but there is still a lot of good info. Your best bet for a manual would be Ebay but watch yourself. In the mean time I will take a like and see if I have a spare one. Which manual you looking for the owners which is the small one or the service manual the big one. If its the service manual a Harley Dealer might still be ably to get you one. In the mean time I check for the parts #'s for the manuals in the next week. Again enjoy your rig.
John Congratulations on you new rig to you. This is not a hopping site but there is still a lot of good info. Your best bet for a manual would be Ebay but watch yourself. In the mean time I will take a like and see if I have a spare one. Which manual you looking for the owners which is the small one or the service manual the big one. If its the service manual a Harley Dealer might still be ably to get you one. In the mean time I check for the parts #'s for the manuals in the next week. Again enjoy your rig.
Quote from CCjon on March 6, 2020, 9:05 amThis is what makes the USCA such a great group, riders helping riders. Thanks for doing that guys.
Hope to meet you in Mena, Arkansas at the National Rally, first weekend in June
This is what makes the USCA such a great group, riders helping riders. Thanks for doing that guys.
Hope to meet you in Mena, Arkansas at the National Rally, first weekend in June
Quote from Ronald Barham on May 20, 2020, 2:26 amthanks for the welcome! I just recently bought a 2018 Harley Davidson Road King FLHR and I plan to add a SideCar. I have a son who is mentally handicapped and I wish to share the experience of riding with him. From what I have read so far this is A much more complicated endeavor than I had anticipated. I am only more determined to accomplish my goal! I will be sure to join soon. I was hoping for some advice on the purchase and installation. I would like someone close but I am also looking for a high quality sidecar and proper bike modifications. I am currently looking at Champion out of Sacramento and Liberty out of Seattle. The liberty looks much nicer to me. The Champion modal was Recommended by The dealer. But if anyone can give me some advice I sure would appreciate it! Thanks
thanks for the welcome! I just recently bought a 2018 Harley Davidson Road King FLHR and I plan to add a SideCar. I have a son who is mentally handicapped and I wish to share the experience of riding with him. From what I have read so far this is A much more complicated endeavor than I had anticipated. I am only more determined to accomplish my goal! I will be sure to join soon. I was hoping for some advice on the purchase and installation. I would like someone close but I am also looking for a high quality sidecar and proper bike modifications. I am currently looking at Champion out of Sacramento and Liberty out of Seattle. The liberty looks much nicer to me. The Champion modal was Recommended by The dealer. But if anyone can give me some advice I sure would appreciate it! Thanks
Quote from Deleted user on May 20, 2020, 9:00 amGood morning Ronald and welcome.
Liberty is no longer making sidecars. You could check out DMC though. Good luck with your project and here's to many adventures shared with your son!!
Good morning Ronald and welcome.
Liberty is no longer making sidecars. You could check out DMC though. Good luck with your project and here's to many adventures shared with your son!!