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Originally Posted by Ratwerke
As far as on the ground 'feel' I don't know how your bike responds.
I just have a rule that the trail number will be what the engineers said it should be. Makes me feel better about unpredictable high speed behaviors.
2004up frames are an interesting problem, as the in-line springers having the correct trail, contact the frame reducing turning ability. So, after offsetting forward to restore turning, the trail is altered. The de-raking I referred to can be seen here. I like his solution.
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/sport...ml#post9016894
Ahh, I see.

I think what I'll do is measure my trail at some point this weekend. Just to see what my number is now.
 
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you sporting a bitwell gringo?
 
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The diagram was very helpful. Atleast for me. I was struggling to understand what exactly the trail was. I learn something new everytime i open the forum.
 
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Originally Posted by sportsterchick88
you sporting a bitwell gringo?
Yup, I love it


Originally Posted by Brickchick
The diagram was very helpful. Atleast for me. I was struggling to understand what exactly the trail was. I learn something new everytime i open the forum.
As do I!
 
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loved the pictures of the bike.
Think it has come together well.

sounds all fuddy duddy but the only thing I can't get is riding in gym shoes.
One of my mates out 2 weeks ago riding in Vans


I guess we manage our own risk levels....but can't get my head around not wearing boots
 
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Originally Posted by BensonUK
loved the pictures of the bike.
Think it has come together well.

sounds all fuddy duddy but the only thing I can't get is riding in gym shoes.
One of my mates out 2 weeks ago riding in Vans

I guess we manage our own risk levels....but can't get my head around not wearing boots
Nasty!

I need to do a proper shoot, but here's a teaser

 
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On the springer, the brakes setup is on the opposite side from stock. Did you have to flip the wheel and order another caliper?
 
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Originally Posted by huyrua
On the springer, the brakes setup is on the opposite side from stock. Did you have to flip the wheel and order another caliper?
No Sir! I bought the springer with a custom brake bracket.

All I had to do was flip the wheel, and bolt the brake to the bracket.

You can find this kit here: siouxicidechoppers.com
 
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What size are those tires. I want those on mine just haven't done it yet. I just tried shinko white walls and only got around 4500 miles out of them. I'm figuring that's what I'd get out of the firestone. Is that accurate?
 


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