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Joined: June 14, 2003 5:09 am
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RE: integrated brake or separate pedal?

With the track width of the Formula II the sidecar wheel braking efficiency varies more than a singlewide car. I think the dual pedal is the better o...

18 years ago
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RE: how to properly rig a velorex 560?

You should be good to go. The little forward rake does no harm. Some like it to decrease lift at speed. The 1/4" tilt will probably put you about v...

18 years ago
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RE: how to properly rig a velorex 560?

Start by disconnecting the sidecar and setting it level front to back and side to side with blocks or jacks. Place the bike with the frame about 12"...

18 years ago
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RE: Newbie

Lyn sez: "My Harley redlined at 3500 and that was over 100mph." Which model was that, Lyn? All of my Harleys for the last 62 years were just pul...

18 years ago
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RE: '92 bmw r100r rig question

These "Mods" sound a lot like a stock OEM 565 tour sidecar. I know the prices are dearer in Canada than the US. List here for a new 565T is $3,899.0...

18 years ago
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RE: tire recommendations for velorex 560 sidecar and 1980 honda cb900c?

Yes, it takes a tube 3.25-3.50x16". It is a spoked wheel and they take tubes. The 3.50x16 M12 Mitas sidecar tire is $88.00 plus Shp'g. The match...

18 years ago
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RE: tire recommendations for velorex 560 sidecar and 1980 honda cb900c?

One of the best long wearing sidecar tires available for the 560 is the 3.50x16 M12 4 ply Mitas. Lonnie Northwest Sidecars Velorex dealer

18 years ago
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RE: Strange Shudder from my CLE

Could just be harmonics, sloppy swing-arm bearings, or wheel balance. With a Harley/Harley car setup a steering damper is recommended. Lonnie

18 years ago
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RE: proper lights for sidecar in washington state

The sidecar is one of very few wheeled items in Washington that does not require a separate license. It is considered an accessory and as such has no...

18 years ago
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RE: Newbie

Another affordable option available in your area. Lonnie Northwest Sidecars Attached files

18 years ago
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RE: 70's Honda CB 500-750 with a velorex 562

Here are a couple of 70's CB750's using the OEM 562 mountings. Lonnie Northwest Sidecars Attached files

18 years ago
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RE: Charging sidecar battery

Huey sez: "However, if you are addressing how to get rid of the rust, then Herculiner, POR-15, Durobak, Rhinoliner or even powder coating would be s...

18 years ago
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RE: How do you recover?

Another consideration when using the throttle/brake option is that this maneuver practiced on grass, dirt, or gravel will allow the rear wheel to drif...

18 years ago
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RE: K1200 Rear Wheel Conversion Adapter

Imagine that! A sidecar builder won't give you his trade secrets so you can bypass him and go on the cheap. He ought to be drummed out of the indu...

18 years ago
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RE: Charging sidecar battery

Use a marine battery box and ventilation. Lonnie

18 years ago
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