ordering My Frankenstein trike kit this week

[Hank62]

I got enough save faster than I thought I could so I will be placing my order for my road king premium kit this week. I'm going with dual outboard brakes that will add more cost but may need later .

I am not ordering the trailer hitch yet, I can install one at a later date if I decide to pull trailer, I will see if I can mount my screaming eagle mufflers will fit the s curve pipes (length) I don't want pipes that stick out the back like drag bars. but motor is tuned to whats on it now and I hate to pay to have it set up on dyna again.

This puts me about 2 months ahead of schedule so I will be getting more ride time.

How many frankenstein builder out there installed their triple tree? any complaints about it.

this also means buy my original build date I should be able to buy and install the mechanical reverse and the luv jugs set up.

life is looking good right now

Hank

 

[ncbandit]

I got enough save faster than I thought I could so I will be placing my order for my road king premium kit this week. I'm going with dual outboard brakes that will add more cost but may need later .

I am not ordering the trailer hitch yet, I can install one at a later date if I decide to pull trailer, I will see if I can mount my screaming eagle mufflers will fit the s curve pipes (length) I don't want pipes that stick out the back like drag bars. but motor is tuned to whats on it now and I hate to pay to have it set up on dyna again.

This puts me about 2 months ahead of schedule so I will be getting more ride time.

How many frankenstein builder out there installed their triple tree? any complaints about it.

this also means buy my original build date I should be able to buy and install the mechanical reverse and the luv jugs set up.

life is looking good right now

Hank

Congratulations!! Your going to love it. I did have the rakes triple trees installed and have no complaints. It is rock solid at all speeds. Keep in mind you can order different size wheels. I went with the 15x10 wheels for a fatter look. You can also install the fenders either in front , top, or back (like mine) for a different look. Can't wait for pictures.

 

[trike lady]

I like the idea of the dual rear brakes.

When I had converted a Sportster about 10 years ago it only had the single rotor.

Didn't have the triple trees at the time, it handled well. On a bigger bike you'd want them.

+1 on the build pics.

 

[Hank62]

order has been placed, I went with the duel rear brake system, should be here in about 7-8 days

I need to find a trailer hitch that will work with this trike set up, anyone got a source I can contact?

I will go ahead and order luv jugs for my Road Kings

and when check runs again at the first of month I will order the reverse kit! or thats the plan

I am clearing area around bike lift table and will have rear tire and swing arm removed quickly, I just love air powered tools they make work go so much faster.

I have found out that build is going to cost me a lot more than planned, Since I got to get a Trike kit, I have been informed that I have to also remodel the bathroom, that will cost me about 3K, already spent about 350 on new faucets for shower stall and sink.

better to do that than not have the trike I think.

Hank

 

[Hank62]

I like the idea of the dual rear brakes.

When I had converted a Sportster about 10 years ago it only had the single rotor.

Didn't have the triple trees at the time, it handled well. On a bigger bike you'd want them.

+1 on the build pics.

I will take some before photo's soon as I get some items moved to other part of shop, and then I will do steady rate of photo's till it rolls down road .

 

[Hank62]

Congratulations!! Your going to love it. I did have the rakes triple trees installed and have no complaints. It is rock solid at all speeds. Keep in mind you can order different size wheels. I went with the 15x10 wheels for a fatter look. You can also install the fenders either in front , top, or back (like mine) for a different look. Can't wait for pictures.

not having parts in front of me...What do you mean I can install fenders front, top, or back?

 

[rallsqh]

order has been placed, I went with the duel rear brake system, should be here in about 7-8 days

I need to find a trailer hitch that will work with this trike set up, anyone got a source I can contact?

I will go ahead and order luv jugs for my Road Kings

and when check runs again at the first of month I will order the reverse kit! or thats the plan

I am clearing area around bike lift table and will have rear tire and swing arm removed quickly, I just love air powered tools they make work go so much faster.

I have found out that build is going to cost me a lot more than planned, Since I got to get a Trike kit, I have been informed that I have to also remodel the bathroom, that will cost me about 3K, already spent about 350 on new faucets for shower stall and sink.

better to do that than not have the trike I think.

Hank

The best hitch that works with the Frankenstein Kit that I know of is the one made by Frankenstein specifically for them. http://frankensteintrikes.com/components_trailer_hitch_main.html

 

[ncbandit]

not having parts in front of me...What do you mean I can install fenders front, top, or back?

I was assuming you were getting 2 individual fender brackets like mine. When you switch the sides you mount the fender brackets and/or fenders on it places them in a different position. After looking at the standard Road King kit Frankenstein advertises, it includes 1 bracket that mounts both fenders. If this is what you ordered I believe it can only go on 1 way.

 

[Mcgee10]

I ordered one also

I just ordered a Frankenstein kit for my bike Friday. Got some problems with age and injures from other things that is making ridding on 2 wheels near impossible. My Frankenstein kit will be going on a FXSTC softail custom for those that don't know. As far as the trees go I was told to ride it first because my bike stock is raked 34 degree to start with and 4.5 of trail. But no one knows for sure. I have talked to other with the same bike and they love them without it. I just don't know yet.

Guess we will find out I'm hoping to get the kit next week painting the fenders will take the longest I think.:Shrug:

 

[David357]

:Congrats: Hank

It sounds like it's all coming together.ThumbUp

 

[Gorilla]

OH the anticipation

 

[Hank62]

The best hitch that works with the Frankenstein Kit that I know of is the one made by Frankenstein specifically for them. http://frankensteintrikes.com/components_trailer_hitch_main.html

frankenstein hitch does not fit a road king, FLH I was told this by frankenstein when I ordered kit.

 

[Hank62]

kit arrived early

My kit was to arrive on Monday 04/10/12017 nut I got lucky and it arrived on 04/08/2017 , yee haw

I am working by myself so it going slower than if I had help, I am gaining strength steadily but still not strong enough to just man-handle the parts so I am using brain power in stead of muscle to get things done. everything has been unboxed and tire had been installed on one side,

I have removed everything except swing arm from road king, I will tackle removing swing arm and installing new swing arm in the morning, then I will see if I can get axel installed without help, may have to break down and call someone to help.

If I have to I will remove outer and inner primary covers, put belt on axel and roll it up to bike and install belt on to tranny pulley, big hassle but it is one way I can do by my self.

I have taken before and during photo's that i will post once rear axel is installed,

will send fenders to a friend to be painted. He is retired also and has time right away to get them done. I should make my July 4th dead line with no problems.

Hank

 

[hogcowboy]

I just ordered a Frankenstein kit for my bike Friday. Got some problems with age and injures from other things that is making ridding on 2 wheels near impossible. My Frankenstein kit will be going on a FXSTC softail custom for those that don't know. As far as the trees go I was told to ride it first because my bike stock is raked 34 degree to start with and 4.5 of trail. But no one knows for sure. I have talked to other with the same bike and they love them without it. I just don't know yet.

Guess we will find out I'm hoping to get the kit next week painting the fenders will take the longest I think.:Shrug:

Summer is almost here so you could ride without skin while you wait. That's the good thing. Maybe???:Shrug:

 

[Mcgee10]

Frankenstein kit

The wider tires do they make the bike more stable or is it a cool look thing. I would have to change my order today.

 

[Mcgee10]

Didn't wait for a reply

Have been looking at pictures most of the night. I just called Frankenstein and ordered the wider tires and fenders. I think NCBandit bike had the most impact on me.

 

[David357]

Hank, please post some pictures of your work in progress from uncrating to completion.

We just love progress/build pictures.

 

[gerald martin]

tires

The wider tires do they make the bike more stable or is it a cool look thing. I would have to change my order today.

IMO the wider tires really look good but if you ride on wet surfaces they will hydroplane easier

 

[trike lady]

I used an engine hoist to put trikes together by myself.

Good luck on your project. Please post pics.

 

[Hank62]

hate to drag engine hoist into garage... but

I used an engine hoist to put trikes together by myself.

Good luck on your project. Please post pics.

Thanks for the Idea. I have engine hoist sitting out back that I could drag in, I just hate having it inside unless used,(takes up to much room)

I'm almost to the point of installing rear axle, I will hoist if that's what it takes

I have photo's on phone I just have not posted them yet. should be all done very soon I will post photos then. I got to read how then do it and only want to to it once.. post photo's that is

Hank

 

[ncbandit]

Have been looking at pictures most of the night. I just called Frankenstein and ordered the wider tires and fenders. I think NCBandit bike had the most impact on me.

I think you will be very happy with the fatter tires. My wife has the narrower tires on hers and the 2" wider wheel makes an enormous difference in look. Be prepared though, you can't stop anywhere without people coming over and gawking at the fat wheels.

 

[Mcgee10]

How long from time you ordered the kit

How long did it take them to get you a tracking number and how many days to your house for the kit

 

[Hank62]

5 Days

How long did it take them to get you a tracking number and how many days to your house for the kit

I placed order on Tuesday 04/06/2017 it arrived Saturday 04/08/2017 I ordered before noon I think on Tuesday it took 5 days for it to arrive before noon on Saturday . its just over 700 miles away, with heavy packages FedEx did a great job.

 

[Hank62]

Murphy came for a visit today

was getting it done as fast as I can work (slowly) when Murphy decided to show up.

I wanted to get new swingarm installed today, I( didnt relize I had to use a press to remove and reinstall pivot shaft inner bushing/bearing, I do have a large arbor press that I think would work pressing bushings out and in , after I make a tool for the job, But then murphy arrived

right side bushing/bearing is bad, I do have contacts at local Harley shop so I use his discount ( he actually has to purchase them ).

since I have to remove them from old swing arm I have had 1 step eliminated, I will just buy the new pivot shat inner bushing/bearing's and replace both sides. so I have lost the moment of getting it done today, thanks murphy. ( just for those who dont catch on, I, talking about Murphy's law, anything that can go wrong will )

I can get worse, Local Harley shop is known for not stocking a big inventory of anything except oil and filters, so the chance of them having parts in stock are not good, and owner does not place daily orders so it could be up to two weeks for part to arrive. will call first thing in the morning and if they dont have them in stock I will make a 60 mile one way drive to A Harley shop I know will have them in stock,

I'll get my Bearings/ Bushings tomorrow one way or the other and throw Murphy out of the garage. :clapping:

 

[BillR]

will call first thing in the morning and if they dont have them in stock I will make a 60 mile one way drive to A Harley shop I know will have them in stock,

I'll get my Bearings/ Bushings tomorrow one way or the other and throw Murphy out of the garage. :clapping:

If your luck is like mine, you should call that dealer too, to make sure they have them before the ride.

 

[Hank62]

If your luck is like mine, you should call that dealer too, to make sure they have them before the ride.

they had the part I Got that taken care only to find out that I dont have the delrin bushings, I've checked in every box twice and trash has not go out this week, I contacted Frankenstein, I am even willing to pay for another set, I am sure I didn't lose them but I got to have them,

I did get a surprise today at harley dealer ship, the manager of the service dept. is a old friend, we grew up in same town, went thu school at same time, it was good to see a old friend and get up dates from back home.

 

[Mcgee10]

If I get it that quick

They sent me an e-mail today saying it was shipped to 4-11 and FedX tracking says it will be delivered on 4-13 now that would be quick. I'm hoping.

 

[Hank62]

They sent me an e-mail today saying it was shipped to 4-11 and FedX tracking says it will be delivered on 4-13 now that would be quick. I'm hoping.

Frankenstein trikes ship faster than any other company I have ever delt with, it is a big PLUS in my book, they also have a first rate customer service dept..

I don't think you can go wrong with Frankenstein Trikes. but ask me in a year, I'm betting it will still all be good, or I would not of bought kit from them

 

[Hank62]

The best hitch that works with the Frankenstein Kit that I know of is the one made by Frankenstein specifically for them. http://frankensteintrikes.com/components_trailer_hitch_main.html

here's what there add says

"Our trailer hitch works on all Harley Davidson models with a short stock rear fender except FatBoy, Heritage, Deluxe, FLT/FLH Touring models. The trailer hitch would be behind the stock FL rear fender.

they do not fit my bike as add says

 

[Hank62]

was getting it done as fast as I can work (slowly) when Murphy decided to show up.

I wanted to get new swingarm installed today, I( didnt relize I had to use a press to remove and reinstall pivot shaft inner bushing/bearing, I do have a large arbor press that I think would work pressing bushings out and in , after I make a tool for the job, But then murphy arrived

right side bushing/bearing is bad, I do have contacts at local Harley shop so I use his discount ( he actually has to purchase them ).

since I have to remove them from old swing arm I have had 1 step eliminated, I will just buy the new pivot shat inner bushing/bearing's and replace both sides. so I have lost the moment of getting it done today, thanks murphy. ( just for those who dont catch on, I, talking about Murphy's law, anything that can go wrong will )

I can get worse, Local Harley shop is known for not stocking a big inventory of anything except oil and filters, so the chance of them having parts in stock are not good, and owner does not place daily orders so it could be up to two weeks for part to arrive. will call first thing in the morning and if they dont have them in stock I will make a 60 mile one way drive to A Harley shop I know will have them in stock,

I'll get my Bearings/ Bushings tomorrow one way or the other and throw Murphy out of the garage. :clapping:

contacted Frankenstein and they have ship new set of delrin bushings, they will be here on saturday, they may even be installed and used riding down the road saturday without rear fenders.