Looks like my 09 will have to go away...
Road Master
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From: s.w. mi./daytona
Road Master
Joined: Oct 2005
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From: Riverview, FL
I had the same probllem. I put a air ride system on it. When I get in gravel, need to backup or riding 2 up I drop the height of the bike. Drops the center of gravity much lower and I stand up and lock it between my knees at a stop. Works great, especially with the wife on the back. 09 UC was 2 tall for me. I had no problem on my 06 UC. Arnott AR system works great for me. I lowered bike is much easier to control.
Road Captain
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 681
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From: N.E. Oklahoma
How about a Tow Pac trike kit? For about 3799.00 you can get this kit and it's easy on/off.
One of my friends has this and he is very pleased. Not hard to back the bike up with this kit so you dont need reverse gear.
http://www.tow-pacinc.com/
It looks pretty decent too.
If you trade that 09 you'll take a bigger bath than 3799.00 for this kit.
Just trying to help.
One of my friends has this and he is very pleased. Not hard to back the bike up with this kit so you dont need reverse gear.
http://www.tow-pacinc.com/
It looks pretty decent too.
If you trade that 09 you'll take a bigger bath than 3799.00 for this kit.
Just trying to help.
Last edited by uweldit; May 10, 2009 at 07:02 AM.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: Monroe, Louisiana
Could be as simple as lowering the center of gravity with a different seat. Might want to try a Sundowner.
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Road Master
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 832
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From: New England
Hey,
Back in 84 I went down and ripped my right leg off just below the knee. Broke 3 bones in 5 places and crushed my ankle.
Two main rods on each side. Two many pins and screws to remember and a lot of rehab.
A few years ago I had my right knee done (torn miniscus and ACL damage) Now at 46 my left knee hurts every day.
Don't know why I needed to tell you all that. Your pain is just as real.
I guess I just wanted to show how what I did helped me with it all.
My leg and knees hurt like hell after a day on my Road Glide until I made some modifications.
The Road Glide is a lot wider then the Wide Glide (touring bikes vs softails) The puts your legs out more and that angle is what puts the strees (or was in my case) on your legs.
If you lower the bike front and back with progressive springs and shocks (heavy duty in your case) it will be less of an angle and less stress on the injured leg. Your closer to the ground and your knees are bent more so it equals the amount of stress more evenly from foot to hip.
The new progressive 430's are said to be awesome. In 11 1/2" you would drop the RG 1 1/2" (I went 2" w/ 440's but a lot lighter then you)
That may not sound like a lot but it makes a huge difference. Look at what 7/8" of floor board extention can do. I made 1" extentions for my new Electra Glide and again, the stress on my knees was reduced to nothing with that little adjustment.
Don't give up yet man,
Back in 84 I went down and ripped my right leg off just below the knee. Broke 3 bones in 5 places and crushed my ankle.
Two main rods on each side. Two many pins and screws to remember and a lot of rehab.
A few years ago I had my right knee done (torn miniscus and ACL damage) Now at 46 my left knee hurts every day.
Don't know why I needed to tell you all that. Your pain is just as real.
I guess I just wanted to show how what I did helped me with it all.
My leg and knees hurt like hell after a day on my Road Glide until I made some modifications.
The Road Glide is a lot wider then the Wide Glide (touring bikes vs softails) The puts your legs out more and that angle is what puts the strees (or was in my case) on your legs.
If you lower the bike front and back with progressive springs and shocks (heavy duty in your case) it will be less of an angle and less stress on the injured leg. Your closer to the ground and your knees are bent more so it equals the amount of stress more evenly from foot to hip.
The new progressive 430's are said to be awesome. In 11 1/2" you would drop the RG 1 1/2" (I went 2" w/ 440's but a lot lighter then you)
That may not sound like a lot but it makes a huge difference. Look at what 7/8" of floor board extention can do. I made 1" extentions for my new Electra Glide and again, the stress on my knees was reduced to nothing with that little adjustment.
Don't give up yet man,
Last edited by Eddy G; May 10, 2009 at 08:15 AM.
Cruiser
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 124
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Might want to check into some physical therapy. Have a blown out right knee, been under the knife 3 times and this has helped me in the past. NOT a good feeling having the knee buckle with the weight of an ULTRA on it. As said maybe a good pair of boots to support the ankle would help. If all else fails, I'd look at a landinggear or something similar.