Up to 20% wheel lead is OK. The less, the better for easy steering, but more lead gives more stabilityat speed, especially in left turns. I usually...
I've used the 1995 Harley WideGlide bars on FXR's and FXD's for years. They are the same configuration as the new "Junior Apes" on the 2011-2012 bike...
I've always used front and rear bike brakes with sidecars Unless the sidecar has a rear linked brake. Then I avoid using the rear brake due to errati...
In my opinion your triple disc brakes are entirely adequate. I have found an independent brake somewhat useful in off-road (enduro) conditions. Unl...
The sidecar may be removed in minutes for solo use if there is a quick disconnect brake fitting. However the subframe itself is another matter. On m...
Thanks Michael, I've sold turnkey rigs in Mass. and other east coast states with no feedback concerning brakes. I am not an affecionado of sideca...
Got names? L.
I don't know of any States in the US that have a sidecar brake inspection. Please enlighten me on this regulation. Which States have this ruling? ...
The Velorex sidecars are great for the middleweight cruisers but not a match for the heavyweights like the VTX 1800, Valkyrie or the big full dress ba...
I've set up several XS650's and XJ650's with the Velorex 562's through the years. They make great middleweight combos. Lonnie
They can be rotated to any degree you wish. I liked using the Monroe 500 Magnum air shocks on my last Spyder for load adjustment capability. Lon...
You have an earlier Velorex 562/03 (E model) that has been mildly customized. The seat is not OEM, the seat bar has been added, as are the side marke...
The nose wiggle should disappear above 25 mph. That's normal without a steering damper. You'll get used to it soon. Set the car as far back as prac...
The motorcycles use a 16" wheel with the Cozy. I would imagine there would be some floor pan differences between the two Vespa models. Can't say for ...
The size is sufficient as they are also used on motorcycles. Some mounts may need to be fabricated. Lonnie