I'm comfortable at cruising up to 75 mph. I spend most of the time at about 68 mph on Interstates though. Better fuel range than at 75.
I'm comfortable at cruising up to 75 mph. I spend most of the time at about 68 mph on Interstates though. Better fuel range than at 75.
BKMNI
100,000+ miles of three wheel fun and counting!
2015 Harley FLRT
2018 Can-Am F3 Limited
I just did a 600 mile round trip from northern NM through southern CO...The speed limit on the interstate is mostly 75 except through mountain areas. I kept it around 75, pushed it up to 80 occasionally. I feel "comfortable" actually going that speed but as far as actual comfort....There is a very strong updraft and when I rode through "high gusty wind" areas it was pretty bad. The trike was great, held steady but things were pretty blurry with me being shaken around so much! After this trip, I'm considering the deflectors as well. That said, I'd like to avoid the interstates as much as possible...I did take a side trip through a mountain area, fastest was 55 and I felt comfortable. But that takes some planning, and this was a spur-of-the moment trip. I'm interested in an update when you get the deflectors
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I have the Black Quartz, too. Came with the 16" windshield; on a recent trip worked great at sending the (dead) bugs flying over my head; only a few small ones hit my face shield. Also did well at deflecting (some) rain during a sudden storm. The updraft is pretty strong, however...will a different windshield make a difference or is that something for fork wind deflectors?
Most of this trip was interstate and set the cruise control on 70 and left it there. Any faster and gas mileage took a dump. Nice smooth ride two up with the gear we are loaded with. ENJOY!!!
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We just bought a '16 sunglow red Freewheeler for my wife to ride. We're both real happy with it! Sure is great to see the smile on her face as she's out there doing it on her own!
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welcome aboard got to love it when the wife is smiling.
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My 2016 Freewheeler is being delivered to the house tomorrow. Hopefully the freaking weather here cooperates! Will post a pic when the new baby arrives!
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Pick up my 2015 Freewheeler to day! Amber whisky with 441 miles on it; with the right Harley add ons!
Great price for a like new FLRT!
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