Just installed True Track
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I think my wife's reply after about 5 minutes on the Cherohala "Wow, this feels ( 2009 FLHTCU )a whole lot better than the old bike ( 1992 FLHTCU ) pretty much sums it up!
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Yeah, that was how I felt when I put it on my Dyna. Suddenly all the people I ride with were miles back and when we stopped they commented that I was insane for riding so fast. I referenced the Tru Track and they just scratched their heads and all went and bought one.
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From: poof
You need to check out grbrown's thread on wobble. It's very informative and aims you at a solution, which is the True Track.
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...e-exposed.html
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...e-exposed.html
Am I correct in assuming the moco now has a link incorporated in their new touring bikes?
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The rear engine stabilizing approach that Progressive takes is not to my liking. That's why I have a True-Track. Not to mention that the True-Track folks are fantastic folks to work with.
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From: poof
Could you elaborate on what was not to your liking?
My assessment was that the ptl distributed the attachment (and thus the forces) through the two strongest components available and seemed to be the least cluttered way to solve the alignment issue. I'm sure both perform well and will result in better handling characteristics.
I neglected to mention the tt mount that completely covers the pan seemed to me to limit air-flow over the pan and also the link mount under the cross member reduces clearance and makes use of a floor jack a little more difficult.
One item of both concerned me enough that I sourced new hi test bolts to be sure they were usa grade 8 or better to avoid stress bending. I also recall that I installed ss washers (greased) between the pan and pan bracket to make sure the aluminum was not bearing against aluminum without a solid flat base that would resist wearing, and thereby loosening.
I approach mods to my bike with an engineers eye and only for my purposes but always remain interested in others opinions and reasons for their choices.
I also noted the op's terms were sliced and diced Progressive Tour Link vs True-Track.
My assessment was that the ptl distributed the attachment (and thus the forces) through the two strongest components available and seemed to be the least cluttered way to solve the alignment issue. I'm sure both perform well and will result in better handling characteristics.
I neglected to mention the tt mount that completely covers the pan seemed to me to limit air-flow over the pan and also the link mount under the cross member reduces clearance and makes use of a floor jack a little more difficult.
One item of both concerned me enough that I sourced new hi test bolts to be sure they were usa grade 8 or better to avoid stress bending. I also recall that I installed ss washers (greased) between the pan and pan bracket to make sure the aluminum was not bearing against aluminum without a solid flat base that would resist wearing, and thereby loosening.
I approach mods to my bike with an engineers eye and only for my purposes but always remain interested in others opinions and reasons for their choices.
I also noted the op's terms were sliced and diced Progressive Tour Link vs True-Track.
Last edited by kingomtn; Jun 25, 2013 at 10:56 AM. Reason: cooling clearnace and hardware
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My buddies have a 07 RK & a 12 SG. They both have the wooble in sweeping curves at high speeds. They both can be aggressive riders at times as it never happens at low speeds, 55-70 but mostly over 85-90+. We installed Tru Tracks over the winter on both bikes. So far, problem solved.
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From: KCK
Yep
The funny thing is if you got the Progressive version that is not a True Track. True Track was the first company to make this type of a stabilizer and every fone else copied them. Their stuff costs a little more as I have been looking for one for my bike but am still undecided on which to get. I will probably get Tru Track as I have it on my Dyna and they are local so I can pick it up in person.
Here is a link to Tru Track.
http://www.true-track.com/
Here is a link to the Progressive product.
http://www.progressivesuspension.com...ink/index.html
There are a few other companies that make these things now too. I think Alloy Art, and others. Another thing to look in to is the Stabo-Bo swing arm bushings.
I am yet to experience the high speed wobble, but I'd rather never have to. When I put one of these on i will report back after with my thoughts but judging from the difference it made on my Dyna I am sure it will be quite noticeable.
Here is a link to Tru Track.
http://www.true-track.com/
Here is a link to the Progressive product.
http://www.progressivesuspension.com...ink/index.html
There are a few other companies that make these things now too. I think Alloy Art, and others. Another thing to look in to is the Stabo-Bo swing arm bushings.
I am yet to experience the high speed wobble, but I'd rather never have to. When I put one of these on i will report back after with my thoughts but judging from the difference it made on my Dyna I am sure it will be quite noticeable.
It fits perfect with no interference below the trans-case and bolts to the entire tyranny case solid to final link mount. Does not interfere or obstructs anything once installed under the bike...its flush with the tyranny.
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From: Saskatchewan
I put the Touring-Link on my 08 FLHX. First thing I noticed was the increase in vibrations that made it to the handle bars. After I got used to that, the bike felt tighter and more stable.
I'm sure that the True-Track is just as good and provides exactly the same upgrade to the bike. I just found the price of the Touring-Link better ($200 vice $380)
I'm sure that the True-Track is just as good and provides exactly the same upgrade to the bike. I just found the price of the Touring-Link better ($200 vice $380)
Last edited by julesdain; Jun 25, 2013 at 03:47 PM.
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Nothing worked. Damn near kill ya in a high speed sweeper.
Installed true track for 09 and up.
No more wobble. The bike is tight, controllable all turns and speeds. No more wobble.
The frame is better in 09 and up. But don't believe that frame won't wobble cause it will and HD knows it.
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From: London ON. Canada
I've never felt a true wobble, but the bike always was a bit squishy in turns, installing the True Trak completely fixed that, and its funny how I ride the bike completely different now, with confidence going into turns instead with caution.
Love it. Why trade a bike in to get a 2009 and up when $400 fixes it totally.
Love it. Why trade a bike in to get a 2009 and up when $400 fixes it totally.