Raked Triple Trees
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Is the bearing on the stock lower triple tree pressed on? Can it be reused or do i need to buy a new bearing? I've stripped my front end down and the bearing seems to be very firm on the shaft!
Last edited by Andy-Deuce; Sep 9, 2013 at 01:45 PM.
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Well i'm just updating a thread i started a wile back. I ended up fitting fitting 5 degree pro one raked trees, dropped the front end 2 inches with progressive drop in springs and i have a shotgun shock installed on the back.
Well i have be riding all through the summer and the bike handles miles better than stock ever did and even over a 100mph there are no signs of any wobbles!
My conclusion...... great set up on a deuce ;-)
Well i have be riding all through the summer and the bike handles miles better than stock ever did and even over a 100mph there are no signs of any wobbles!
My conclusion...... great set up on a deuce ;-)
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Not doing Calculations and going with what others may like or not like .. cost me buying Trees twice
This is my post on my 3 raked tree experience
Needless to say I have stock trees now and I love them.. generally, lowering the front end + raking the trees is an invitation for trouble unless you go Bigger wheels or increase the tubes enough to change the frame rake.
Use the online calculators , and old geometry on the bike standing straight, you will be well rewarded, unless you enjoy changing trees.
This is my post on my 3 raked tree experience
Needless to say I have stock trees now and I love them.. generally, lowering the front end + raking the trees is an invitation for trouble unless you go Bigger wheels or increase the tubes enough to change the frame rake.
Use the online calculators , and old geometry on the bike standing straight, you will be well rewarded, unless you enjoy changing trees.
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My Deuce also has pro1 raked trees,lowered 2'' and a shotgun out back. It handles great at any speed. Only thing I had to change is put stock fork oil in to replace the se I put in. Only problem I have now is sparks from my FatCat when I'm too low. If you call that a problem.
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My Deuce also has pro1 raked trees,lowered 2'' and a shotgun out back. It handles great at any speed. Only thing I had to change is put stock fork oil in to replace the se I put in. Only problem I have now is sparks from my FatCat when I'm too low. If you call that a problem.
Well i'm just updating a thread i started a wile back. I ended up fitting fitting 5 degree pro one raked trees, dropped the front end 2 inches with progressive drop in springs and i have a shotgun shock installed on the back.
Well i have be riding all through the summer and the bike handles miles better than stock ever did and even over a 100mph there are no signs of any wobbles!
My conclusion...... great set up on a deuce ;-)
Well i have be riding all through the summer and the bike handles miles better than stock ever did and even over a 100mph there are no signs of any wobbles!
My conclusion...... great set up on a deuce ;-)
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My Deuce also has pro1 raked trees,lowered 2'' and a shotgun out back. It handles great at any speed. Only thing I had to change is put stock fork oil in to replace the se I put in. Only problem I have now is sparks from my FatCat when I'm too low. If you call that a problem.
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The rear fender and seat are made by Heartland, i have a second seat (Heartland also) that clips into the rear struts. Try a search on the forum for "Heartland Kits"