Like Jay said, originally it was probably a 155/13 tire. I've never tried a 165. I have used Firestone 745 F-560, size 145R13 24 psi and here is ...

I was advised by the MDA that they are really short of sidecar's this year. Anyone who can, please sign up. These kids really get excited waiting for ...

I just saw this discussion and thought I would add my experience with a GL1800 & Escort rig. I had done some testing with and without the sidecar ...

I should add that the MDA holds these motorcycle rides at camps throughout the USA, look for one in your state.

I use the plastic water jugs for ballast. I use two 5 gallon collapsible water jugs that I secure in the sidecar seat with a seat belt, adds about 70...

Not with my current rig. Back in the mid 70's to 80's when I rode a sidecar it always got more miles a year than my car. In fact, since about 1969 whe...

On the front I have been using Bridgestone BattleAx BT45, 130/70-18 @ 36-38 PSI. I used this on my prior GL1800 too without a sidecar, and a rear car...

jkmolt - 12/28/2015 6:23 PM I guess I'm getting old. I remember when neither cars no cycles came with right side mirrors. Though I have them on...

I've been using the BT45's on my GW rig with good results. I might try the Michelin next.

One of the things I like about using plastic collapsible 5 gallon water jugs for ballast how easy it is to empty & store if picking up an expected...

I agree with the others about the passenger should be in the sidecar. Your wife might find how enjoyable it is. When I first introduced my wife to th...

Hookalatch - 12/28/2015 2:49 PM California does not require seat belts in sidecars. Chuck It appears there is some details missing in ...

Hack'n - 12/19/2015 6:23 PM Dzus (twist lock) fasteners work much better. That's what I was trying to think of, couldn't remember what they...

I'm not an attorney either, but not sure what the complaint is about. It appears that Illinois exempts sidecars from having to have seat belts, while...