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Old Oct 14, 2015 | 11:58 AM
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Originally Posted by todd-67
I didn't get into the crossover ...

well known to many that the V&H power dual X cover can contact on right turns, esp if the suspension is compressed- like a dip in the curve.

this can relieve traction to the rear wheel causing a slide

you'll also want to remove the excess threaded rod from your clamp...whoever installed did it "the easy way" rather than orient it so that it won;t hit.

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Old Oct 14, 2015 | 01:15 PM
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Dealer did it and yes it slid. Bike was sold so no worries
 
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Old Oct 14, 2015 | 03:18 PM
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Originally Posted by mkguitar
well known to many that the V&H power dual X cover can contact on right turns, esp if the suspension is compressed- like a dip in the curve.

this can relieve traction to the rear wheel causing a slide

you'll also want to remove the excess threaded rod from your clamp...whoever installed did it "the easy way" rather than orient it so that it won;t hit.

mike
I have scraped my bottom pipe on my dresser duals. This was from making right hand turns. V&H are proud of there heat shields, didn't replace. The only time I scraped my crossover pipe was going from a pull off back up on the road and the drop off was more than expected and grabbed the bolt mainly on the clamp. Must have other issues
 
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Old Oct 14, 2015 | 03:36 PM
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Originally Posted by todd-67
Dealer did it and yes it slid. Bike was sold so no worries

except for the next Guy....


Mike
 
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