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Dundertaker
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Joined: June 27, 2004 1:18 pm
Last seen: January 8, 2026 12:57 am
Topics: 7 / Replies: 61
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RE: Honda GW 1800.Which sidecar?

I've have a GTL Since 05'......no major problems, minor issues that I consider "normal wear and tear", but the folks at Hannigan are always "upgrading...

18 years ago
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RE: Hannigan

I've had a GTL since 05' with over 30K on it. Only minor issues, which they have addressed. I lost a "riveted tab" that keeps the canopy level and t...

18 years ago
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RE: Maintenance lift for rig???

I use a PitBull lift. You need 2 people to lift the whole rid. I have lifted my Softail w/champion legend and my GoldWing with Hannigan GTL. You ha...

18 years ago
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RE: car tire

I've run one on my 05' goldwing for over a year and 15K......no problems. Do some interenet research. Ideal, buy a rim with an auto bead (several co...

18 years ago
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RE: T.I.L.T. unit

One with and one without......I say it is worth the money as someone else said....long straight stretches it makes a big difference and also on heavie...

19 years ago
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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!!!

19 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. ...

19 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...

19 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...

19 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)

19 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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