Well we have decided. Going to get a Liberty sidecar
 

Initially it was the wife's idea and the more I thought about it, I liked getting one too. It would allow for the three of us to be able to ride together and still retain the classic look of a HD. I've made the decision to order a Liberty sidecar. My only question is will I be able to get a matching 18" wheel for the hack as well? I am also getting the bike painted to mineral gray (Ford color) but with some graphics. I'll now just have it all painted together at the same time.

I return from my deployment in 2 months and will take the sidecar driving course in VA. I have heard great things about it. Anything else that I should look into? My engine is a 98" setup with the below dyno numbers and a Baker DD6 tranny. Upgraded the brakes too so I think I have it covered. Anyone know if I will have to remove my 2into1 exhaust for a dual setup?

Do sidecars limit your daily riding when on trips. I read the other thread and most only go a few hundred miles a day.

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Abnmarine,

Congrats and I think you will find you've made a decision that everyone close to you will benefit from. I had always thought about it when the kids were younger but money was always an issue. I finally took the plunge 7 months ago and now the grand kids are enjoying the benfit. And the Liberty is one of the better choices in my opinion.

I imagine getting the 18" wheel should be just like on your bike.

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thanks for the service enjoy the ride

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I figured the 18" wheel would work, just wanted to check though. I'd prefer not to get rid of my wheels if adding a hack. Still not sure on the D&D Fat Cat though. If it won't work, I'll swap them for the Bub7 duals with the crossover.

Last question, Do sidecars limit your daily riding when on trips. I read the other thread and most only go a few hundred miles a day. I have done 1,100 mile trips on two wheels before non-stop. Would it be safe to say 600-700 miles a day with a sidecar if on a trip?

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Elaine and I took the three wheel STEP class in Loundon Cty NVCC three years ago, now. I can't tell you how far you will get, but your passengers might. The Hack can get a bit cramped from my point of view. The rascal will be a bit tougher ride... handling and muscling thru curves. You will find out bout that in the class. If you have run Iron Butts, you may not have a 10 hour problems, but your range will reduce some; increased load and drag.

Ride safe and often ER, sounds like you do.

PS Welcome back, again. 96flgeez.

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Be sure to post some pics.

Hack

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You probably won't have any problem with the hack's wheel. I ordered and received the same wheel (spoked) as I had on the front of the bike. The hack's fender is the same as my front Road King's fender.

Your engine and tranny can easily handle the hack. My is a 88 and I have no problem at all. I don't think your 2 into 1 will interfere with the connections, but am not sure.

I ride just as far with my hack as I used to before I had my accident. The big plus is that you can carry tons of stuff in it. I've carried groceries, my Martin guitar, a variety of guns to the range, AC filters from Lowe's, the wife, and the list goes on.

Hack

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Thanks Hack. I was hoping the hear this. I didn't want to have to change out the wheels and the exhaust when adding this. It's also good to hear that others put a lot of miles on their setups. We are also looking into a small trailer/camper for outings. The wife always wanted to go camping and after seeing one in another thread, figured getting one to be towed with the bike would get used more.

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Abnmarine, I've never used it to go camping, but I can see one big advantage - off road. If you have to travel on dirt, gravel, wet, muddy, etc road. The hack will definitely help you not bust your azzz. Especially if you're pulling a trailer.

Hack

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Thanks Hack. I was hoping the hear this. I didn't want to have to change out the wheels and the exhaust when adding this. It's also good to hear that others put a lot of miles on their setups. We are also looking into a small trailer/camper for outings. The wife always wanted to go camping and after seeing one in another thread, figured getting one to be towed with the bike would get used more.
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Look at Open Road Outfitters, in Sterling, VA
http://www.openroadoutfitters.com/tr...TOKEN=60039980

Dale Coyner, Motorcycle Journeys Through the Appalachians , principal and builder of the mini camper.

Elaine and I met him at his lecture in Williamsburg, VA HOG last year. Nice guy, good book.