Champion Reverse Gear kit

[tis]

Hopefully someone has an answer to this: I'm planning on installing a Champion Reverse on my 2004 Ultra, will the Chrome transmission cover Harley or Kuryakyn have to be modified. Thanks.....(It's getting close)

 

[FBTRIKE]

Ultraboy, Where have you seen the extension for the handle on the reverse? I was just getting ready to build one and if one was available at a decent price it would be easier to buy. I called Champion, they don't sell one. Did you see it some where else or am I miss understanding? <br />
Thanks in advance..

 

[Mr.Wizard]

First.. I apologize that these shots are a little fuzzy but I wanted to get a close up shot with an old camera.

This is for an 07 Ultra (six speed) with true duals. The right hand Kuryakyn cover had to be modified to fit with the installation of the Champions kit. The left cover is fine. The trike installer didn't want to do it so I did. Not the best job but not too bad for my first time.

If you will notice. At the bottom of the right hand cover the clutch cable interfered because it sticks out more due to the Champions plate that is added. It sticks out just enough to be a pain when adding the cover as seen below. I had to take the rounded part of the cover that hides the clutch cable and snap it off. I did this while holding it in a vice...

I got lucky but I did etch the back first for a good snap. If I had to do it again I would have not taken so much off. Maybe etch the middle of the rounded piece instead of where it connected to the flat area.

You will also notice that the mounting screw hole (middle on right hand next to the tranny) for the cover is very close to additional plate by Champion. The cut had to take 1/3 of the screw hole and there is just no way to get that screw back in unless you modify the screw head. This can be seen in both shots.

In this fuzzy shot you can see where I had to start my cut at the beginning of the right hand side cover where the reverse handle is installed. The cut will be shaped almost exactly like the Champions plate. I made a cardboard pattern then traced it on the Kuryakyn cover and used a sharpie. I used a zip wheel on a Dremmel to follow the pattern. Although I went through a lot of zip wheels it came out pretty good.

This is another fuzzy shot of what the top side will look like behind the Champions handle plate.

All of the other Kuryakyn mounting screws will be fine. The cover will go on if you start by putting it in reverse and slide the cover on from the bottom right then up to meet the left cover.

Not sure if this is exactly what you needed but it may be close.

 

[Mr.Wizard]

As soon as I read from Tis "the Chrome transmission cover Harley or Kuryakyn have to be modified" it came to mind what he may be talking about. Hope I was correct.

I was told right off the bat they would have to remove mine but they would not put it back on as it wouldn't fit without being modified. Both Harley and Kuryakyn make the same type of tanny chrome cover (bling that is not stock on the bike) and both have to be modified with the Champions kit.

 

[tis]

Thanks for the info & pics. you're correct it is a 5 speed and I have the chrome kuryakn covers, would appreciate if you find any info on those handle extensions. Tis.....

 

[Tonyd]

The man that makes the lever lives in South Dakota I have his phone number if anyone wants it let me know

Tony

 

[tis]

Yea, if you could post it, would be appreciated....

 

[Tonyd]

605-225-2246 womans name is barb

 

[Papa Zook]

Hey, I'll take a couple... Just kidding. I do like the extensions for the 5-speeds..the 6-speed handles are longer already.

 

[tis]

Ultra: I did try to contact you by way of PM, but it was blocked. So I went into the membership area and sent you a instant msg. with my shipping info. Hope you received it o.k.

 

[BlueTrinity]

tis,

The actual transmission cover itself is unchanged. but if you have the chrome interface and cover, they can't be reinstalled without modification. That's because they are attached by the tranny cover bolts and the heads of those are now about 1/2" further out from the tranny body.

Dave

 

[Tonyd]

how much ya sellin em for??
Tony

 

[ROAD DOG]

Has any body recieved one of these reverse gear shift handles xtension yet & put it on ? I got mine friday , tried it on both my road glides ones a evo motor the other a twin cam they both end up about a 1/2 inch away from the air cleaner,i t really did not work on either bike?? So i heated them up with the torch put about a 20 degree bent in them & ran them through the wire wheel , & they work great & look good.

 

[tis]

I installed the extension and it was hitting also. I had the option to cut the original handle down or bend the extension. I bent the extension, and it works & looks great. On my Kuryakn cover I just used my Dremel tool and cut out a little slot for handle to stick out of, and perform its functions. It looks great, I do have pictures.

 

[bdn56]

I love the color of your bike Tis. I was bidding on one just like yours last year on ebay from New York. <br />
<br />
Ultra, I would like to see the knobs you have available. You can never stop spending on the bike. It is a law.

 

[Papa Zook]

Very cool ultra...I like that.

 

[Tonyd]

I would like to thank Ultra for the outstanding job he did on the reverse gear extension handle...I installed it today and it is perfect...oh I did bend it about 30deg...only one suggestion...make dem damn allen screws bigger whew!!! LOL<br />
<br />
Tony

 

[tis]

Yes he did a excellent job, and he did a fine deed by channeling donations for them into TrikeTalk. A Big Throttle Roll is in order.

 

[PSL5082]

I know this a very old message, but I'll ask anyway. Are the Champion 5 speed reverse handle extensions still available?

If so, I'd really like to purchase one. Thanks.

--Paul

 

[Papa Zook]

I know this a very old message, but I'll ask anyway. Are the Champion 5 speed reverse handle extensions still available?

If so, I'd really like to purchase one. Thanks.

--Paul

No