How will get it home?

[2ndchance]

In reference to a completed sidecar rig. I have never ridden a sidecar rig, but I rode a trike for 7 yrs. so i am use to the steering required for a sidecar some what I believe. After you guys put it together would it be wise to:

1. ride it home (230 miles)
2. trailer it (would need a pretty wide trailer, have not seen any for rent)
3. no training classes offered in St. Louis area
4. given the above when would be the best time to place an order.

I know this is pretty much my problem, but I welcome your insight in to this. Thanks

 

[Sidecarbill]

Sidecars and trikes aren't that much alike in the handling department. I say trailer it. If the installer knows how to align it might not be to bad. But u won't know if its right or wrong with out experience. There's a reason trikes are much more popular than sidecars. You either luv um or hate um. Rigs can b tough on rear tires.

 

[irmagoo]

hi guy
if you are going to ride it home I would put about 100-150 lbs. of sand bags in side car until you are familiar with it , I would play with it in a parking lot for a hour or 2 - turning into the car-(right turn if car is on the right),,, the car can come up off the ground if it doesn't - turn at a little higher speed until you feel it start to lift. you don't want to learn this on the road- if you turn vary aggressively away from car rear bike tire can lift on the ground.

a properly set up sidecar will turn fine at the listed speed on roads 99% of the time I have never had my car come off the ground unless I wanted it to- but you need to get a feel for things,,, hey trikes can lift a wheel too- sidecar rigs are a little bit steeper learning cure than trikes in my opinion !! I have rode both for many many years:xzqxz: dam am I getting old?? must be I'm still here!!
magoo

 

[Hannigan Motorsports]

2ndchance,
So you know, when you come to pick-up an experienced Sidecar Operator will sit down with you and conduct some "classroom training". Then we will proceed for some hands-on Operation training and practice in a large Parking Lot. At that point once you feel comfortable, the Trainer will lead you (on another Rig) on a pre-set Road Course for some practical application.

Upon return to the Factory we will review your progress and how you feel about Sidecar Operation and your comfort level with such. We will repeat any and all of the previous as you wish until you are at ease with Basic Operation.

Of course, it will take several more miles to truly become capable and comfortable with the overall operational Dynamics that only a Sidecar Rig possesses.

All that considered, many Sidecar Clients have ridden their new Rigs Home with no issue or complaint. Also, many feel it more prudent to trailer the Rig Home and then begin the assimilation Process in a more familiar Environment at their own pace.

Both are correct and valid Approaches and only you can determine which is the right Answer for you.

Properly designed and produced Bike/Sidecar specific Mounts, Struts, and all other mechanical Parts involved combined with a proven Industry leading Designed Sidecar are very crucial. Choosing a Hannigan Sidecar provides you and all with exactly that without question.

Also. as correctly stated by a previous Poster, proper Install, Alignment, and Set-Up are required to achieve the best desirable operational experience as well. Since you are in St. Louis, obviously a Factory Install is your best choice. Given that and the first Fact, you will be well provided for on all those Concerns.

Hope that helps in your decision.

As always now and for as long as you own a Hannigan Product, please feel free to call us anytime with any question or concern you may have. We are always happy and eager to talk to our Clients and prospective Clients as well.

P.s. A Properly Designed, Installed, and Set-Up Sidecar Rig will have little to no abnormal ramifications on a Bike's Rear Tire. Obviously, the center will wear a tad faster as the Rig does not camber through turns near the same as a 2-wheeler does.

 

[2ndchance]

Thank you very much I will be seriously contacting you the 1st quarter of 2016. I'm sure with your pre-how to ride instructions I can ride it home. See you soon.