RE: Voyager Trike Kit
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/8/2008 6:08:02 AM
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bdn56
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I have ridden about 20 miles in between rain this weekend. dive328 is correct on the spacing between the fender and saddle bag. Don't laugh now. This is what I did. Had my bride of 25 years move my wheel chair to the garage. Looked around the benches and shelves. Then it struck me? I have 2 rubber gun mounts on my 4 wheeler. Very simple after that. I drilled two 1/4 inch holes in the flat sheet metal between the fender and saddle bag about 30 inches apart. Bolted the gun mounts from the bottom and I was done. The crutches fit perfect in the mounts and each has a rubber strap to secure them. I had to test drive it yesterday for a few miles to ensure they hold. The crutches did not move. Are you still laughing?
You can't hardly see the black mounts on the black metal support. I still need to be a little careful riding. I can't use my rear brake yet. I am glad to have duel disc brakes in the front.
I like it so far. I have to get used to the crown in our roads down hear. It's more work to drive but better than sitting at the house. Thanks for the compliments. I was very pleased at the final product. I have to give thanks to Adventure Motor Sports for the fine job they did. Randy and his staff were very helpful.
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/8/2008 8:01:06 AM
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grumpa
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I have been looking into this trike thing for a while now, Getting prices, styles, trunk or no trunk,The voyager does give you room for saddle bags. But the price seems to be just a little high, I looked into Mysterydesigns.com Their kits start at $3200 then add fenders and tires and rims of your chose your up to $4400 (oh plus fright) Your only dealing with three tires not four.And no trunk is a drew back.
For the guy that started this post would a side car be a better bet , now you will have a place for the cane and all.
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/8/2008 8:18:43 AM
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bdn56
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Grumpa, I have never thought of buying a trike or side car until my little accident. After years of riding, it is hard for me to acknowledge the fact that I may never ride a 2 wheeler again. I am hoping that someday I can. What do doctors know? That is the main reason I purchased the Voyager kit. If my bones will heal up, I am hoping to remove the kit for most of my riding. I will install it when going on long trips or if the wife is with me.
I am finding out the vast difference with the kit installed. Your brain says to lean, the bike says no. I realize at slow speeds, turning takes some effort. I also realized I should have had a reverse kit installed.
I have not seen very many side cars. The only ones were on the old war movies and the motorcycle races. Those guys rode them like there was no tomorrow. I am happy with my decision so far. I can at least ride again.
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/8/2008 6:11:01 PM
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dw2169
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Congrats on being abe to ride again. You can always add the reverse gear setup. Is it hard to push backwards or is it because you can only use one leg to push with. I have torn both rotator cuffs, had surgery, and have no upper arm strength any more. I am worried aout being able to turn the trike once I get the Voyager mounted. How do you find the stability and do you acheive the 6 to 12 degree of lean for mild turns?
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/8/2008 8:41:07 PM
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Spudster
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Bryan,
Sharp lookin' motorcycle with the kit......you will love riding again. Can't help you with the crutches location, but sounds like you got couple good ideas. Happy riding, my friend.
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/9/2008 7:35:02 AM
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bdn56
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Dwight, I can only use 1 leg at this time to push back wards. I think it will be easier when I get both legs working. I have not noticed and degree of lean in my kit. I may have to do some fine tuning on the suspension on the bike and the kit to achieve some lean.
I am just happy to be able to ride. I will get used to everything as soon as I ride a few more times.
My wife is much happier spending $5000.00 rather than $15,000 to get me back riding.
Barbara, Thanks for the compliment. After much intensive thought, I installed my gun mounts off my 4 wheeler to the flat metal plate between the saddle bag and the fender. Works perfect. Stop laughing. See ya. Bryan
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/9/2008 7:48:29 AM
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bdn56
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Valveguide, (Mike) I may need to change my gearing a little. I may have to do as Oldmanjob (William) did with the sprocket. Mine seems a little sluggish taking off in first. It feel like I am taking off in second gear. Did the HD dealer do yours? About how much is it to change out the sprocket? Thanks. Bryan
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/10/2008 1:24:18 PM
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bdn56
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I used to ride my bike to work, now I have to drive it to work. 1st day driving the bike to work. Sure felt good. I am getting used to the handling and ride.
I tuck my bad foot in behind the brake pedal. Seems to work for me. I am still taking it slow for now, nothing over 70 yet.
The crown in our roads down hear sure make it fun? The ruts are also enjoyable?
I hope I can get home before the weather moves in. See ya later. Bryan
Also like the addition of the trailer posting.
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/15/2008 11:19:48 AM
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oldmanjob
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Just got back from ordering the 4 degree rake kit for the forks, should be in by the latest Thursday, and on the bike by the weekend. Took another 30 mile ride and dropping the sprocket one tooth has really turned this bike around and it is a pleasure to drive now, not sluggish at all.
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/15/2008 12:38:00 PM
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bdn56
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Glad your happy with the sprocket change. The local HD dealer said the ultra is geared a little different than my super glide. He stated that no problems have been noticed with the "longer" gearing.
I pumped up the shocks to 30lbs, grabbed the wife and road for about 80 miles Saturday. I am getting used to the handling and ride. I changed out the stock windshield for an 8 inch light tint. I love it.
My wife misses the leaning in the corners. I am just thankful to be out and about.
We are riding in a poker run fund raiser this weekend. My first good ride in 2 months.
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/16/2008 8:32:46 AM
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bdn56
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B I, I am sure thinking about that exact reverse kit. If you get it, please let me know the difficulty level as far as installation. Thanks a load for the PM.
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/16/2008 7:17:23 PM
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Man this is some good info the wife is wanting a trike and this would save some bucks.
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/17/2008 12:57:05 PM
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Jock
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One of our chapter embers has the voyager kits and loves it, done some real mileage too - over here in the UK we he has a unique problem........
Nobody can figure out what the hell it is!
Four wheels but not a car as only one wheel drives and only one steers
Same with buggy
Not a bike - four wheels, nor trike
One wheel drive, one wheel steers - but 4 whells so not a bike!!!
Police and licensing can't figure it out
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/17/2008 1:18:39 PM
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bdn56
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Not a problem so far. Price is the same for car or bike tags. As long as they get their money, they are happy. I did have to change insurance companies though. Foremost would not insure my bike? Be safe over there. Bryan
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/17/2008 4:56:50 PM
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Spudster
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It's a motorcycle with TRAINER WHEELS!!!!!!!! 
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/17/2008 7:50:48 PM
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grumpa
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At first I said the same thing, about training wheels. but from what I have seen , you almost have to look under the bike to see what it is.
Jock
I got one for you, What clan is your tartan from that i see your Kilt. I have a kilt but I'm not going to ask you that other dumb question, I will ask, do you wear your kilt on your bike.? I never tried it yet.
My kilt is that of County Donegal Ireland. My wifes family tartan is Irving
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit ? - 4/19/2008 2:43:24 PM
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omega5m14
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I have the Voyager kit on my Nomad. Wife wants to learn to
ride so I went that way in case she don't like it I'll still have my
Nomad to ride. Now with my Ultra Classic, that's not an issue.
There are some tricks to riding a MTC kit, you steer like riding a
four wheeler, turn the bars sooner into turns than you would
normally lean, turn the bars completely before letting out the
clutch when stopped to make a turn, make sure your pre-load on
the trikes suspension is correct. I had mine installed and
for some reason, they went with 1/4 inch instead of the 1/2
it called for. Your E-Glide calls for a 1/2 inch. Pre-loading is
easier than the instructions seem to make it.
I really like mine. Here's a couple pics. I went with
the Fiberglass fenders. It comes with the lights installed.
You have to purchase the wiring kit separate.
Ride safe,
Dano
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/19/2008 2:53:34 PM
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omega5m14
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Just went thru the rest of the posts and seen you got nearly the
same set up as I have. My wife still hasn't got brave enough to
try it alone but no matter, I love to ride it too. One thing I have
to keep in mind is when to put my feet down and when to keep
them up. I have visions of me not putting my feet down when
riding my UC and making a total fool out of myself in front of God
and everybody
Ride safe,
Dano
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/19/2008 11:15:46 PM
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dw2169
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Just got the voyager installed, took the bike for a five mile trial rim, wow what a difference,the wife is a lttle freaked out by the crown in the road.
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit - 4/20/2008 9:21:48 AM
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dw2169
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Yes the kit is on the Ultra, it sure gives you a strange sensation when corning. I found that the steering takes quite a bit of effort and one had better pay attention to ones speed in the corners. I think I need to reset my preload as I don't seem to be able to do much leaning. I was hoping to put some miles on it today but it is snowing here today. It is nice to know the bike isn't going to fall over. I wonder how much difference a rake kit would make.
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RE: Voyager Trike Kit ? - 4/20/2008 1:37:14 PM
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belfastdrennan
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Hi Bryan
See you're a '56 model, same as myself.
Sorry I wasn't here sooner to add my tuppence worth about the 'Voyager', but I've only just joined the forum.
Anyway, glad you got the Voyager with the 'Indian' style fibreglass sweeping mudguards (fenders). The aesthetics are fantastic compared to the other bolt-ons with the smaller wheels. Your pictures look well. You will enjoy it!
My three Harleys all have Bolt-on Kits. Electra-Glide has Voyager De-Luxe, Sportster has plain Voyager with flat fenders, and Ultra-Glide has my own version (a homebuilt upgraded take on a Voyager Deluxe). They all ride just like a trike. (I've half a dozen 'real' trikes too, including some homebuilt)
Only comment I would make is that the Voyager doesn't like low speed tight corners on twisty roads (we've plenty of those in Ireland), but once you open them up they fly, 80mph sweepers are fantastic (sorry Officer, she just clean flew away with me!). And they feel so secure in the wind and rain (we get plenty of that too!) that I've no hesitation about riding in the bad weather.
Keep her between the hedges.
Drennan
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