What did you do to your Trike this week?

[rhino 2]

Might want to try these first Dennis, they quieted mine down quite a bit and also got a bit more torque, according my seat of the pants logic.

http://www.dkcustomproducts.com/cata...?q=tti+inserts

I used them on my 2011 Tri-Glide.....The work as avertized ...

I got rid of the noise and picked up bottom and midrange torque, That i lost when i added slip-ons...[Rush 175].....

[DblTrbl]

Just tested my trike. Legal limit is 92 Db at idle. I was running 88-90 DB.

Close but below so I'm a happy triker!!

[1dn5up]

Have at least 4-5 muffler sets. Tried them all. Being I’m more mature, none of them just cut the cheese.

Found a Vance n Hinds one piece for HD trikes , used here on TT. After the installation, both lo end and top end was a very noticeable improvement , and OEM quiet

[DblTrbl]

Have at least 4-5 muffler sets. Tried them all. Being I’m more mature, none of them just cut the cheese.

Found a Vance n Hinds one piece for HD trikes , used here on TT. After the installation, both lo end and top end was a very noticeable improvement , and OEM quiet

I had quiet pipes on my trike (09 Yamaha Venture/Hannigan) but I wanted something will a "little" bark. Not much of a selection out there for 09 Ventures. Most companies have stopped making exhaust for older Yamahas. These have a BIG BARK, but as long as they are legal, I will deal with them for now. I have an unlimited supply of earplugs from work and on longer rides will use them or wear my full face helmet instead of my half helmet.

Next months 1000 mile trip down to Maggie Valley will be a good time to break them in

[rhino 2]

Thanks Gary, I checked them out. Don't think the video does the sound justice.

I have my trike at work tonight and we are going to test the Db level at lunchtime. I looked up how the police and inspections stations are supposed to check. Will post whatever readings we find.

Law in NH is 92Db for all bikes at Idle

or

for 4 cylinder bikes, 100 Db while bike is running at 5,000 rpm or 75% of engine speed whichever is less

It also states that motorcycles with less than 3 or more than 4 cylinders, 96 Db while engine is operating at 2,000 rpm or 75% of max engine speed, whichever is less.

Violation of the provisions is $100-$300 fine

How many feet do they have to be from the pipes when they do the test.......

[1dn5up]

I had quiet pipes on my trike (09 Yamaha Venture/Hannigan) but I wanted something will a "little" bark. Not much of a selection out there for 09 Ventures. Most companies have stopped making exhaust for older Yamahas. These have a BIG BARK, but as long as they are legal, I will deal with them for now. I have an unlimited supply of earplugs from work and on longer rides will use them or wear my full face helmet instead of my half helmet.

Next months 1000 mile trip down to Maggie Valley will be a good time to break them in

Hope to see ya there this year

[DblTrbl]

How many feet do they have to be from the pipes when they do the test.......

They test at 20 inches at a 45* angle and on the same plain at the exhaust. Also, there are many other variables come into play when they test such as traffic, buildings, vehicles, dirt, grass etc. I found a PDF that sets the guidelines for testing. Oh, the equipment also needs to be calibrated and certified. Official needs to be trained and certified to use equipment.

[trikeman]

Not looking good.

[PosseRider]

Had the new Avon installed with new bearings while it was off. Will be trying "Ride On" in this tire.

[leo3wheel]

Changed rear brake pads on my trike today. Trike rode great on test run. Need to flush clutch line tomorrow. Then, I'm set for Trike Talk Gathering in the Catskills this month. Yippee!

[jnorth]

I don't have time to work on my Trike, I don't store it I ride it every day, The only thing I worked on was pulling the solenoid for the reverse motor, then after taking it apart and that wasn't the problem pulling the whole motor out and Repairing it ''So'' I thought [only worked a few times] So when I get the time [energy] out it comes again

I'm getting good at parking in a spot where I just have to drive strait out...

After about 6 tries of pushing the trike to start it, it finally started. How do you tell of it is the starter, relay or switch that is not working? It dims whenni the button is pushed but no sound like the starter is even trying.

[rhino 2]

After about 6 tries of pushing the trike to start it, it finally started. How do you tell of it is the starter, relay or switch that is not working? It dims whenni the button is pushed but no sound like the starter is even trying.

Forgive me but i confuse easy......Are you talking about the reverse motor ?

Or the starter...Ie To start the engine....If its the engine starter it sounds like you have a bad battery.......

[Jack Klarich]

After about 6 tries of pushing the trike to start it, it finally started. How do you tell of it is the starter, relay or switch that is not working? It dims whenni the button is pushed but no sound like the starter is even trying.

Check your battery first before condemning the starter

Fully charged battery will show 12.7 volts

Now, with a volt meter on the battery after verifying the full charge watch the volt meter as you try to start the bike

What did the volt meter show? And did the voltage recover to over 12 volts after you let go of start button?

[Rosy]

Don't ask.. it has been a long time since I came on. I have just been very busy and no time to get on and contribute. Lots has happened on repairs and upgrades to my ride, so, I may be able to share the work, to see if it helps with some of your problems. I promise to get back on, soon and contribute!

See you later,

Rosy

[Rosy]

I have found a way to fix the broken tabs on the fairing of the Goldwings. If you would like to see the photos of the work and materials used, PM, me with your email address.

There are just too many photos to try to upload.

So far they have held up, with the stress load of my deflection wind wings.

The only draw back is the length of time it took me to do, but it was worth not spending $500 on a new fairing.

Also, I am sure many of you have better tools to work with than I did, as my tool selection is limited. I have seen some of your workshops, and I am amazed.

Rosy

[Rosy]

[Gideon]

Last spring had to have a new caliper put on my Hannigan trike. Now I have a red caliper and a new one, So, I will get some caliper paint and match the red one. Also paint the hub black to make it look purty! I know some trikers think this is foolish to make your trike look pretty, but it makes it mine.

Last winter's project was to hook my trunk door to the side cover display when open. Ran out of time finding the plug, rewiring the switch, and fitting the wires. Had some great help from fellow trikers in trying to figure out where the plug was for the hookup. Never found it under the seat, so I was advised it may be hiding under the upper trunk, or in the recess areas around the seat. So, with winter being so long, snowy, cold, and me just getting back from my "adventure" (that's another story) since December 8th, we are going to "try" and tackle these projects before spring.

Hope your "projects" go well for you.

Rosy

Most of us want our ("Toys") trikes to look pretty.

I wiped my trike down and road a few miles yesterday, New Years Day!

[Rosy]

Looks great. Brace soul to take it out of storage and ride in the winter.

Be careful of the salt getting on the frame, it could damage it.

Rosy

[Fearless]

Old Shiney sat in the garage sadly wanting to go but No ride... travel ban in effect in Pennsylvania. We will do what we can do...to "Stay Safe, Stay home and Stay Healthy" please everyone do the same... Fred/Jeanne

[Fearless]

Well this week our County (Clarion) moved to a green statis next Friday. My thoughts political bullshit I refuse to live in fear,my faith is in God and in him alone 🙏. Old Shiney got a new tour pac rack lighted one. Really nice. We went out for a ride on Saturday beautiful day. Ride safe Fred