View Poll Results: Reverse Kit
Installed it already.
3
4.69%
Thinking about installing one.
61
95.31%
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Reverse Gear?
Road Master
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 935
Likes: 1
From: Indiana
I've parked in parking lots with gravel and had my boots slip trying to back up 800+ pounds. It would be a nice option for backing up inclines or uneven ground. Rocking the bike back and forth to get it to roll sucks.
Those that claim that they don't need it have to think about those with shorter legs who are barely flat footed at best, let alone trying to push backwards with just the toe portion of the boot.
Those that claim that they don't need it have to think about those with shorter legs who are barely flat footed at best, let alone trying to push backwards with just the toe portion of the boot.
Like you mentioned, stop light/sign, usually not an issue. Simple task like backing into level parking space WITH handle bar turned is a chore. No leverage with the ***** of my feet since my heels never touche ground.
My calf touching the primary while doing that is no fun in Summer, that SOB is HOT! And I've got burnt mark to prove it, over the years my left calf is simmered to medium rare by now.
Love to have reverse gear, can't get over the price, though.
Last edited by 3/4 life crisis; Jan 16, 2014 at 07:03 PM.
Road Warrior
Joined: Oct 2017
Posts: 1,883
Likes: 809
From: Ormond Beach, Florida
This is a very old thread, but for those just checking this out for the first time and maybe wondering about a reverse on a touring bike, I think my following comments are worth repeating.
My Yellington (Suspension Technologies) reversing pully is the best $$$$ I spent on my bike '19 SGS. https://suspensiontechnologies.com/
As a short legged rider, there is no way I can back up my bike with my legs if there is even a hint of an incline or even a little hump/bump in the paving. With the reversing pully I do not have to worry about where I park. I even back up my 40 ft long slightly inclined driveway each time I return from a ride. Makes leaving the next time out a lot easier than having to turn the bike around each time before heading out.
Yes, the price is close to $2K but you can get it a little cheaper if you catch them at a bikefest somewhere, and they will do the install while you wait...about an hour. I'm sure they will be at Destination Daytona here in Central Florida for the up and coming Bike Week in March.
And I will also state that their customere service is outstanding.
Compared to what a lot of us spend on our scoots...things that really do noting more than maybe add to its looks or comfort or sound...the price of a reverse pully is trully worth every penny to any of us with short or weak legs.
BTW, I also lowered my bike front and rear with ST shocks, and are very happy with them.
My Yellington (Suspension Technologies) reversing pully is the best $$$$ I spent on my bike '19 SGS. https://suspensiontechnologies.com/
As a short legged rider, there is no way I can back up my bike with my legs if there is even a hint of an incline or even a little hump/bump in the paving. With the reversing pully I do not have to worry about where I park. I even back up my 40 ft long slightly inclined driveway each time I return from a ride. Makes leaving the next time out a lot easier than having to turn the bike around each time before heading out.
Yes, the price is close to $2K but you can get it a little cheaper if you catch them at a bikefest somewhere, and they will do the install while you wait...about an hour. I'm sure they will be at Destination Daytona here in Central Florida for the up and coming Bike Week in March.
And I will also state that their customere service is outstanding.
Compared to what a lot of us spend on our scoots...things that really do noting more than maybe add to its looks or comfort or sound...the price of a reverse pully is trully worth every penny to any of us with short or weak legs.
BTW, I also lowered my bike front and rear with ST shocks, and are very happy with them.
Last edited by FrankEV; Jan 10, 2020 at 11:33 AM.
We say it is a 8-10 hour job for the F6R installation.
You disassemble the trans, press out the the main and counter shaft, press our counter into our trap door, with our shift drum and reassemble. Then you need to wire in the solenoid and switches.
Last edited by corliss@bakerdrivetrain.com; Jan 10, 2020 at 02:06 PM.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 3,095
Likes: 1,753
From: Atlanta, GA
As I get older, and at 5'5" with a bad knee and shoulder already at 59, a reverse option at some point down the road is looking really good for my Road King. This option could very possibly be the difference between keeping the RK or selling it, and I love the bike and really want to keep this bike a long time.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 3,386
Likes: 255
From: Southern California
I do not have Reverse on my Harley, but I do have it on my Goldwing. The Goldwing came with it stock. While it has been the extremely rare situation where/when I've actually used Reverse on the Goldwing . . . I've been extremely glad I had it when I needed it.
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Road Warrior
Joined: Oct 2017
Posts: 1,883
Likes: 809
From: Ormond Beach, Florida
As I get older, and at 5'5" with a bad knee and shoulder already at 59, a reverse option at some point down the road is looking really good for my Road King. This option could very possibly be the difference between keeping the RK or selling it, and I love the bike and really want to keep this bike a long time.
If you are at all mechanically inclined and have a few tools, you can actually install the reverse pully yourself. Their installation instruction video is good. A good Indy should aslo be able to do it for you if needed. Or better yet a nice 6-7 hour ride down to Clearwater Florida, and ST will be happy to do it for you.
Last edited by FrankEV; Jan 11, 2020 at 10:04 AM.
Road Warrior
Joined: Dec 2016
Posts: 1,810
Likes: 894
From: Lincolnshire, IL
They need to start marketing to HD and indy shops AND teach them how to install them so they can name them "certified installers". I really don't want to suffer and pay for a shop's first time "learning curve". Having said that I'm guessing that most HD dealers would not install, or aren't allowed to install for a variety of contractual/legal/warranty reasons. My thoughts....nice product, costly when you add in 8-10 hours of install labor........ HD should offer it or of their own design as an option from the factory for their heaviest models.