Harley Freewheeler Trike Owners Thread

[Mcmister]

I suggest you take it back to the dealer as fast as you can.

yep, I have an appt. on Monday, thanks

KB

 

[clint44]

yep, I have an appt. on Monday, thanks
KB

What did you ride before? That might have something to do with its perceived "lack of power".

Our Street Glide trike definitely has a lack of power,compared to our former Boss Hoss trike.

 

[Joezone2000]

We are in the DFW Area.

LinDIVA,

We are looking for like riders. She rides a red HD Trike 2012, and I ride a black FW 2015 trike (Apr 2015). Have the chrome wind deflectors like yours...and it works great. Did a few other modifications too.

Joezone2000

Any other trikers here in DFW area? Come on, lets' go trikein' peeps!

Me! Just got mine in March. About to get used to three wheels. I am in Farmers Branch![/QUOTE]

 

[clint44]

LinDIVA,

We are looking for like riders. She rides a red HD Trike 2012, and I ride a black FW 2015 trike (Apr 2015). Have the chrome wind deflectors like yours...and it works great. Did a few other modifications too.

Me! Just got mine in March. About to get used to three wheels. I am in Farmers Branch!

Sherry and I are in Wichita Falls. Sounds like we need to get together.
Hope to see you two in October,at our Hill Country Gathering in Kerrville.

 

[Trike4u]

Kevin Novak
Roselle, Illinois
Vivit black 2016 freewheeler

 

[pioneer11]

Red 2016 Free Wheeler on June 10th.
Unfortunately less that 10 miles in I made two mistakes (knew better but didn't heed) so I am out of action for 6 weeks with a busted ankle.

Itching to get back on!

 

[Gorilla]

Welcome aboard glad you found us and hope you heal quick

 

[pioneer11]

Welcome aboard glad you found us and hope you heal quick

Thanks

 

[Trike4u]

Photos and Mods...more to come.

Here are some photos of the new Freewheeler with some mods. Just a start on the mods will finish as soon as my H-D order comes in.

Adjustment period to the new trike has been very fast and I really like the heel-toe shifter with the new toe extension on it. Also an abundance of power to leave the cages sitting at the traffic lights.

Will take more photos when more parts come in for everyone. Thanks for all your help and reliable information on this forum, too.

Kevin

 

[Gorilla]

Very Nice you did a good job

 

[hdruss]

HI, after logging my first 1,000 on my new Freewheeler, my main observation (complaint) is the lack of power. I'm not looking for a crotch rocket or drag bike, but I think mine is de-tuned to the point I can't keep up with most passenger cars. I know it's not about power, but I'm thinking I'm going to have to invest in new exhaust and cams to get more oomph.

anyone else have this observation?

I opted for the 110ci upgrade and haven't been sorry. Lots of mid range and roll on power. Pulls strong in the mountains too. Might be something to consider - Russ

 

[HDB0B]

HI, after logging my first 1,000 on my new Freewheeler, my main observation (complaint) is the lack of power. I'm not looking for a crotch rocket or drag bike, but I think mine is de-tuned to the point I can't keep up with most passenger cars. I know it's not about power, but I'm thinking I'm going to have to invest in new exhaust and cams to get more oomph.

anyone else have this observation?

My only other issue is the ride... here in Illinois are roads are terrible... I upped the system pressure, but it still jars my teeth...

Other than these little PITA issues, I love my new toy!

Thanks

KB

20-22 psi in the rear tires will really help the ride quality. Shock psi should be enough to prevent bottoming out on hard bumps.

"can't keep up with most passenger cars" .... Really??? You need at least 5 k on that motor to be out of break-in. I came off a 1983 4 speed shovel head wide glide and my TriGlide is way faster. I can chirp tires going into 2nd!!!

Get rid of the catalytic converter (wildpigpipes.com or the head pipes of your choice) and richen it up (tuner or O2 enrichers) and you will find it is much better. Keep rpms above 2500!

I can say that de-catting the stock head pipe and richening up (FL-Vied-10s at 62.5%) was the best thing I have done and I was sorry that I waited over a year to do it.

Bob

 

[Bowler Jerry]

Bought new 2016 velocity red Freewheeler 7-14-16 have 830 miles on so far really like it .

 

[Keystone]

Bought new 2016 velocity red Freewheeler 7-14-16 have 830 miles on so far really like it .

Welcome to TT! You should do a post in the new members section.

 

[Bowler Jerry]

Just bought 2016 velocity red Freewheeler have 850 miles on it in less than 2 weeks. Had 2014 Sportster superlow before.

 

[stratcpo]

checking in

Picked up a new 2016 Freewheeler the first of April. We rode from South Texas to Maine. Leaving Maine monday headed to Sturgis and then back home. So far it's been a great trip with no major problems(trunk latch came loose and was hanging in trunk). Total miles for the trip will be around 7500, a good break in for the trike. See you on the road. ENJOY!!!

 

[Keystone]

Picked up a new 2016 Freewheeler the first of April. We rode from South Texas to Maine. Leaving Maine monday headed to Sturgis and then back home. So far it's been a great trip with no major problems(trunk latch came loose and was hanging in trunk). Total miles for the trip will be around 7500, a good break in for the trike. See you on the road. ENJOY!!!

Welcome to TT!

I too will be in Sturgis on my FLRT. Easy to spot. Black FLRT, Black t-shirt and jeans!

 

[Gorilla]

welcome aboard both of you glad you found us, Ride safe

 

[Mcmister]

Freewheeler cruising speed

Hi I was wondering... how fast do you cruise on your Freewheeler?

I'm not asking how fast can you go...

what speed are you comfortable cruising at? 50? 60? 70?

I find anything over 60 is like wrestling a steer

Thanks

 

[Keystone]

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.

 

[Mcmister]

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.

wow, thanks... must be something different between our F/W... at 75 I'd be a Rodeo Rider... I just ordered wind deflectors to improve the situation.

 

[sparkysteph50]

Hi I was wondering... how fast do you cruise on your Freewheeler?

I'm not asking how fast can you go...

what speed are you comfortable cruising at? 50? 60? 70?

I find anything over 60 is like wrestling a steer

Thanks

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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Congrats!! They are fun. I just got the Black Quartz 2016. I had the windshield you are talking about and it was kind of flimsy. I ended up buying a Freedom Shields replacement. The 18" or 20" are more fitting. The people over there are very good to work with. Good luck!

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?

 

[stratcpo]

Cruise MPH

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!!!

 

[Otis]

SoCal Freewheeler checking in for the first time

Got my friend "Otis" October 2014. Just found this Forum. Have 29,000 miles on odometer now.

 

[CocoTN]

New to trikes

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!

 

[Keystone]

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!

Welcome to TT!

 

[Gorilla]

welcome aboard got to love it when the wife is smiling.

 

[bobbyhit]

Light bar

Hello, did you ever find a light bar that fits the Freewheeler?

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"Trixie" is home after her makeover. epper: I still need a passenger backrest and I want to add a light bar to the front for now... I'm sure more will follow!
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My grandson loves her just as much as I do!! One day he will be old enough to take a ride with me.
I don't have much 2 wheel driving experience so the 'transition' to 3 wheels for me is practically non existent. Hubby on the other hand leaned through the first curve in the road..don't think he will be on her very often. :Angel: