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Dundertaker
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Joined: June 27, 2004 2:18 pm
Last seen: August 15, 2025 3:58 pm
Topics: 7 / Replies: 56
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RE: For learning purposes... What do you use for ballast?

I use a tool kit. Weighs about 80lbs. Might as well have something that you can use!!!

18 years ago
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RE: sidecar brakes

I've never had a seperate sidecar brake lever. I do have two rigs, Harley w/Champion Legend....no brake.....Goldwing with Hannigan GTL with a brake. ...

18 years ago
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RE: Sidecar handling

I would suggest that everyone read the "sidecar book" which is available on sidecar.com........and take a class! No matter how much you think you kn...

18 years ago
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RE: newbe questions

I know that Hannigan offers a "Lift" seat (don't know if you could retrofit the seat to a used rig or if any other companies have them.) One of the f...

18 years ago
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RE: Knoxville TN - Riders wanted

I live in Carthage, feel free to contact me anytime....I have a busy schedule, but can usually work around about anything. Dundertaker (Dan)

18 years ago
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RE: Using the SC brake in a right turn

I have amended my reply: I forgot to ad: apply throttle with the front brake, this is what causes the rear tire to "drift"

19 years ago
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RE: Using the SC brake in a right turn

You should read the "sidecar book" that is on this site. It has all the info you could ever need. Now for my opinion: Take a sidecar safety...

19 years ago
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RE: HD SPRINGER WITH A SIDECAR

I saw a liberty on a springer. IMHO....you do not want a HD sidecar on a springer. Too big, and it would look horrible. Check out Liberty or Champi...

19 years ago
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RE: Tires for GL1800

I had the same problem. I tried a 205 on my GL1800 first and it rubbed the fender, and at the time I figured a 205 was a 205 was a 205. So you are r...

19 years ago
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RE: Tires for GL1800

A: You have to have "rims" not wire wheels (unless they are sealed spokes) B: You should be able to find a "tire" size caculator on the net that w...

19 years ago
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RE: Tires for GL1800

If you look under the sidecar the lower rear bracket that connects to the center stand is "diaginal". That is what rubs when you make a "lock to lock...

19 years ago
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RE: Tires for GL1800

I put the 195 on mine. I have to "bend" the lower support rod for the sidcar (the tire rubs in hard left turns...just barely touches). The 205 was t...

19 years ago
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RE: Car front tire.

I've installed a 195/60 R16 on the rear of my 05' GL1800 with Hannigan GTL. I've got 2500 miles on it with no problems. I have not thought about...

19 years ago
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