Tru Trax - Damn what a difference
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Cruiser
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Tru Trax - Damn what a difference
Just got the Tru Trax installed and almost instantly I could tell the difference. The rear end seemed to be tracking better and once in a turn the Sg will change lines without feeling rattled. The overall weight of the bike naturally helps with stability, but this (or any upgrade like it) is such a big improvement.
Why would HD not consider this type of upgrade to the SG/RK/Ultra ect. right from the factory - hell, bump the MSRP $50 (bulk buy on product) and let the bikes talk to their owners: just an opinion.
That said - front end. What is the best (and most cost effective) way to keep the front end from feeling like a diving submarine now that the back end seems to be under control. I've seen spring kits to lower the bike, that's not my intention - better handling is the goal.
Why would HD not consider this type of upgrade to the SG/RK/Ultra ect. right from the factory - hell, bump the MSRP $50 (bulk buy on product) and let the bikes talk to their owners: just an opinion.
That said - front end. What is the best (and most cost effective) way to keep the front end from feeling like a diving submarine now that the back end seems to be under control. I've seen spring kits to lower the bike, that's not my intention - better handling is the goal.
Tourer
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From: Riverview, Florida
RE: Tru Trax - Damn what a difference
Has anyone done a comparison with Tru Trac and Ride Str8? I've read all of the threads comparing the two but all of the comparisons are made bythose who have one or the other. None madeas a result of having used both at one point or another. Two different applications, two different looks that apparently yield the same results.
I'm still on the edge but leaning towards Tru Trac.....I like the easy install of tru Trac along with the fact,they have a little more time under their beltin this area.I'm looking to pull the trigger this week. Would be nice if a gp wasavailable.
OH! Are they answering the phones now? I read there was a concernabout being able to contact them. Maybe that was an old post.
I'm still on the edge but leaning towards Tru Trac.....I like the easy install of tru Trac along with the fact,they have a little more time under their beltin this area.I'm looking to pull the trigger this week. Would be nice if a gp wasavailable.
OH! Are they answering the phones now? I read there was a concernabout being able to contact them. Maybe that was an old post.
Road Captain
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RE: Tru Trax - Damn what a difference
I have a Ride Str8 and a friend has the Tru Track....both work the same, but the Tru Track will rub on extreme right handers...both are simple to install
I also upgraded my front end with new springs and emulators from Race Tech...makes as much difference with the front end as the Ride Str8 did with the rear....FLEK S3895 with 15wt fork oil....cut the preload spacer so that it's 1/2" higher than the top of the fork tube
I also upgraded my front end with new springs and emulators from Race Tech...makes as much difference with the front end as the Ride Str8 did with the rear....FLEK S3895 with 15wt fork oil....cut the preload spacer so that it's 1/2" higher than the top of the fork tube
Road Warrior
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RE: Tru Trax - Damn what a difference
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I have a Ride Str8 and a friend has the Tru Track....both work the same, but the Tru Track will rub on extreme right handers...both are simple to install
I also upgraded my front end with new springs and emulators from Race Tech...makes as much difference with the front end as the Ride Str8 did with the rear....FLEK S3895 with 15wt fork oil....cut the preload spacer so that it's 1/2" higher than the top of the fork tube
I have a Ride Str8 and a friend has the Tru Track....both work the same, but the Tru Track will rub on extreme right handers...both are simple to install
I also upgraded my front end with new springs and emulators from Race Tech...makes as much difference with the front end as the Ride Str8 did with the rear....FLEK S3895 with 15wt fork oil....cut the preload spacer so that it's 1/2" higher than the top of the fork tube
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Road Captain
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From: Fort Worth, Texas
RE: Tru Trax - Damn what a difference
Race Tech kit is $225 on ebay or $250 from Race Tech
Good time to chrome your front legs too!
Good time to chrome your front legs too!
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Road Captain
Joined: Jun 2006
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From: Fort Worth, Texas
RE: Tru Trax - Damn what a difference
They give you a long aluminum tube to cut the spacers from....the chart will give you a formula to determine spacer length....I installed mine with the spacer level with the tube top, but another 1/2" longer was needed for a firmer ride