Hello All,
I guess I am a little late in this portion of the forum. I apologize for not doing this first. I am a retired LEO currently living in Tennessee. My passion is for multiple toy styled interests; including but not limited to motorcycling, boating, fishing, hunting, archery, camping (truck camper) and wrench turning. I would have preferred to install the conversion kit myself, but no joy with MT. Since I really like the design of the MT IRS and the flair of the Razor body, I must rely on the quality of build by a local Honda dealer. I had considered having an independent installer do the work but there were too many variables that just didn't feel right, considering my background. For one the independent dealer was at least twice the distance from my home. He also requested to have the complete purchase price of the conversion up front before the order was placed. He did offer to save me some needed capital by offering for me to pay "CASH" to avoid the tax man. My LEO background just didn't want to risk that kind of hard earned cash on what could have been a serious mistake. It might have worked out in the end and he could have done an excellent conversion. I just had to go with my "gut" and go the Honda dealer in Chattanooga. By this time next month, my '05 GL1800 should belong to the world of trikes and I can truly then consider you fellow 3-wheelers!
I am anxiously awaiting for the month to pass, which will also help us to get rid of some of this winter weather. I look forward to meeting some of you, especially the ones that have already assisted me in the decision making process. My first event that I plan to attend will be the TN Spring Fling GWRRA Rally in Pigeon Forge, TN on the last weekend of April (2016). Shortly thereafter, 2 fellow Wingers and my Brother-in-law on his new H-D Limited will be heading out for a complete tour of most of the Western states. A trip that should last approximately 30 days on the road. BTW, all the other guys will be on 2 wheels.
I guess I am a little late in this portion of the forum. I apologize for not doing this first. I am a retired LEO currently living in Tennessee. My passion is for multiple toy styled interests; including but not limited to motorcycling, boating, fishing, hunting, archery, camping (truck camper) and wrench turning. I would have preferred to install the conversion kit myself, but no joy with MT. Since I really like the design of the MT IRS and the flair of the Razor body, I must rely on the quality of build by a local Honda dealer. I had considered having an independent installer do the work but there were too many variables that just didn't feel right, considering my background. For one the independent dealer was at least twice the distance from my home. He also requested to have the complete purchase price of the conversion up front before the order was placed. He did offer to save me some needed capital by offering for me to pay "CASH" to avoid the tax man. My LEO background just didn't want to risk that kind of hard earned cash on what could have been a serious mistake. It might have worked out in the end and he could have done an excellent conversion. I just had to go with my "gut" and go the Honda dealer in Chattanooga. By this time next month, my '05 GL1800 should belong to the world of trikes and I can truly then consider you fellow 3-wheelers!
I am anxiously awaiting for the month to pass, which will also help us to get rid of some of this winter weather. I look forward to meeting some of you, especially the ones that have already assisted me in the decision making process. My first event that I plan to attend will be the TN Spring Fling GWRRA Rally in Pigeon Forge, TN on the last weekend of April (2016). Shortly thereafter, 2 fellow Wingers and my Brother-in-law on his new H-D Limited will be heading out for a complete tour of most of the Western states. A trip that should last approximately 30 days on the road. BTW, all the other guys will be on 2 wheels.
