Mistake?
Road Master
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 1,067
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From: Nashua,NH
I don't know what to say but Lynn LOVES her's ....
Now that the cool weather is here in this area I even put her lowers back on.
As for power ? Well I am only 165# and Lynn alot less and I never found it
lacking power and Lynn hasn't complained other than when I take off from
a stop real quick. But then again mine is alot lighter and has pipes, A/C
and PV 3. I guess we will see how much it gains next Spring when we do
the same stuff to her's.
Rob .....
Now that the cool weather is here in this area I even put her lowers back on.
As for power ? Well I am only 165# and Lynn alot less and I never found it
lacking power and Lynn hasn't complained other than when I take off from
a stop real quick. But then again mine is alot lighter and has pipes, A/C
and PV 3. I guess we will see how much it gains next Spring when we do
the same stuff to her's.
Rob .....
Road Warrior
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 1,877
Likes: 577
From: Raleigh NC
I'm really enjoying my 2011. Don't think I made a mistake; has good power with no mods and I'm not a light weight. Does run a little hot, but I had a 2010 Ultra as a loaner while they did my 1000 service and it ran almost as hot. I always change pipes and air cleaners, so I knew I would be doing that upfront.
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 2,791
Likes: 690
From: Smalltown,USA
I got the trike back today. One problem was the stearing Stem bolt was loose and
the rear axle had 1/2 inch lead foward on left side and the body was mounted 3/4
inch off on right side. Dealer shop forman did the job and measured frame and was honest about yourk town lack of quality control.Claims Hd shiped some partial assm
units to be finished at york.Bike is square and handles much better.
the rear axle had 1/2 inch lead foward on left side and the body was mounted 3/4
inch off on right side. Dealer shop forman did the job and measured frame and was honest about yourk town lack of quality control.Claims Hd shiped some partial assm
units to be finished at york.Bike is square and handles much better.
Advanced
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 90
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From: Port Huron, MICHIGAN
I'm really enjoying my 2011. Don't think I made a mistake; has good power with no mods and I'm not a light weight. Does run a little hot, but I had a 2010 Ultra as a loaner while they did my 1000 service and it ran almost as hot. I always change pipes and air cleaners, so I knew I would be doing that upfront.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 5,926
Likes: 138
From: NE Ohio
Here is a copy of a letter sent to the salesman that sold me my trike at H-D of Erie. This was also sent to the owner of H-D Erie:
Dennis,
I love the way my trike looks, but the performance stinks!
I refuse to put thousands of dollars into a machine that I thought was
a ready to ride trike.
This thing runs so hot that it burns my right leg.
To get a ride that is not uncomfortable, I would need to replace the
head pipes and get rid of the converter and get a stage 1 air cleaner and a tuner
to re-map the trike. ALSO, would most likely need a Parade Fan or a larger oil cooler with a fan.
AFTER, doing the above work, most likely the warranty would be voided anyway. AT LEAST, the engine warranty!
The 2 year warranty is one of the reasons this trike was purchased.
When this trike gets hot...it loses all power.
If I had been informed of these problems PRIOR to my purchase, I would
NOT have purchased the 2010 Tri-Glide...that's for sure!
I started riding Harleys in the very early 1970's and never owned anything other
then a Harley. SORRY to say, this will be my last!
If you know of somebody looking for a convection oven on three wheels, let me know.
I would like to sell ASAP!
STAY TUNED for my new YouTube video of me frying an egg on my Tri-Glide.
This video is sure to be a big-hitter!
Dave Martin
www.ErieBlueKnights.com
Dennis,
I love the way my trike looks, but the performance stinks!
I refuse to put thousands of dollars into a machine that I thought was
a ready to ride trike.
This thing runs so hot that it burns my right leg.
To get a ride that is not uncomfortable, I would need to replace the
head pipes and get rid of the converter and get a stage 1 air cleaner and a tuner
to re-map the trike. ALSO, would most likely need a Parade Fan or a larger oil cooler with a fan.
AFTER, doing the above work, most likely the warranty would be voided anyway. AT LEAST, the engine warranty!
The 2 year warranty is one of the reasons this trike was purchased.
When this trike gets hot...it loses all power.
If I had been informed of these problems PRIOR to my purchase, I would
NOT have purchased the 2010 Tri-Glide...that's for sure!
I started riding Harleys in the very early 1970's and never owned anything other
then a Harley. SORRY to say, this will be my last!
If you know of somebody looking for a convection oven on three wheels, let me know.
I would like to sell ASAP!
STAY TUNED for my new YouTube video of me frying an egg on my Tri-Glide.
This video is sure to be a big-hitter!
Dave Martin
www.ErieBlueKnights.com
Tourer
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 300
Likes: 87
From: Muncie, Indiana
I still have allot of miles to put on mine but I am very pleased with the 2011 TG. At this point I would recommend it to anyone that ask.
My regret is lack of time this year to put some more miles on it. As I retire next year and I am not taking any vacations so I can walk out door in mid-August, all trips till then will be limited mileage ones. But from 2012 on, should be able to do some touring on it.
Again, no regrets to date, for my needs, beats the 05 Ultra hands down.
Dennis Swan
Muncie, Indiana
My regret is lack of time this year to put some more miles on it. As I retire next year and I am not taking any vacations so I can walk out door in mid-August, all trips till then will be limited mileage ones. But from 2012 on, should be able to do some touring on it.
Again, no regrets to date, for my needs, beats the 05 Ultra hands down.
Dennis Swan
Muncie, Indiana
Road Warrior
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 1,388
Likes: 1
From: Sarasota, FL
I still have allot of miles to put on mine but I am very pleased with the 2011 TG. At this point I would recommend it to anyone that ask.
My regret is lack of time this year to put some more miles on it. As I retire next year and I am not taking any vacations so I can walk out door in mid-August, all trips till then will be limited mileage ones. But from 2012 on, should be able to do some touring on it.
Again, no regrets to date, for my needs, beats the 05 Ultra hands down.
Dennis Swan
Muncie, Indiana
My regret is lack of time this year to put some more miles on it. As I retire next year and I am not taking any vacations so I can walk out door in mid-August, all trips till then will be limited mileage ones. But from 2012 on, should be able to do some touring on it.
Again, no regrets to date, for my needs, beats the 05 Ultra hands down.
Dennis Swan
Muncie, Indiana
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Road Warrior
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 1,267
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From: Northern Michigan
Just a first hand observation here on being retired. Ive been retired 10 years and still have more to do than when i was working. Good Luck Guys.
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The 11 Gearing
I don't know what to say but Lynn LOVES her's ....
Now that the cool weather is here in this area I even put her lowers back on.
As for power ? Well I am only 165# and Lynn alot less and I never found it
lacking power and Lynn hasn't complained other than when I take off from
a stop real quick. But then again mine is alot lighter and has pipes, A/C
and PV 3. I guess we will see how much it gains next Spring when we do
the same stuff to her's.
Rob .....
Now that the cool weather is here in this area I even put her lowers back on.
As for power ? Well I am only 165# and Lynn alot less and I never found it
lacking power and Lynn hasn't complained other than when I take off from
a stop real quick. But then again mine is alot lighter and has pipes, A/C
and PV 3. I guess we will see how much it gains next Spring when we do
the same stuff to her's.
Rob .....
Mine is so close and I think the weight differance is a factor. I weigh 290 and the ol lady 140 something and can really tell the difference when riding two up. When I'm on by myself it is a kick to ride and performs well enough. That 2011 primary gear would have made me a happy camper, the Tri rides cool and does not run hot now. Since the temps have moderated I run 190-200 for short hops and have not seen it over 230 on long hard rides. The EITMS does not and has not kicked in all summer, when riding.
Three years into the model run and HD makes an important improvement, just sick of spending money on reengineering that should have been on the 09. I hear most 11 owners are satisfied with the performance so it had to be the gear change.
HD should make the 11 gearing retro fit available at a reduced cost at least for the 09-10 Tri owners. It was a mistake for HD to engineer on feedback and not had these problems solved by at least the 10 model.
Last mistake I will make when purchasing a Harley davidson because I won't be buying anymore.