Rear Shock Lift Kit

[Fire-Hound]

I am in the process of buying the rear end lift kit that claims to lift the rear of the trike of up to 1-1/2 inches. The rear of the TG squats down and this claims to level the Trike out claiming better handling plus other claims. I am more intersted in: my drive way slants a bit (not excessive by any means) and I am constatnly scrapeing the pipes and I just put on new pipes and I would like to keep them nice considering the If there is anyone out there that has the kit installed, I am so interested in your comments Thanks so much. Tom

 

[msocko3]

If your looking at the lift from Tglidestuff.com you shouldn't be disappointed, I have one on my 2010 Triglide and love it. I just installed one on my dads 2009 Triglide this spring, he has been happy with his also. Dennis is a great person to do business with.

 

[rhino 2]

I have the lifts from Dennis on my 11T/G You won't be sorry if you put them on.ThumbUpThumbUp If I'm not mistaken Dennis only claims they stop the pipes from scrapping, But what many found they also as an added bonus lighten the steering effort and generally improve the ride and the looks, Bye the way Dennis lifts are 1 and1/4 inch and that seems to be the prefect height.

 

[jcolson]

You can't go wrong with the lift kit from Dennis. It does help keep your mufflers from dragging. Mine are so big they still drag once in awhile. Some curbs are deeper than others. I try to go up or down them at an angle. The other plus side is better steering in cornering. You can go into curves faster & it looks nicer with the rear raised up. Any of Dennis's products are a must to have. The wind deflectors cut out all the air coming up between the tank & forks.

 

[donjack]

I have Dennis's " Tri Glide Stuff " lifts on mine and they are a great improvement. Trike sits level. steers much easier and doesn't drag the pipes like it used to.

 

[Bikerbozo]

Ditto all said.

 

[nytriker]

The lift kit from Dennis is a must have. You will not be sorry...enough said!

 

[mustangcav]

Put my made-by-Dennis lift kit on this week while doing an oil change and oil temp gauge install. Takes some muscle to get the old ones off (the instructions warn that they have a bunch of loctite on them from the factory-that is a true statement) and the new shock brackets on. Had to use a jack on the bottom shock mounts to compress the shock and line up the mounting holes. Everything bolted down nicely and it is all that Dennis said it would be. Looks great and look forward to taking it out this weekend to see how she rides. Very happy with the kit.

Mustang
2011 TriGlide

 

[mustangcav]

Went for a long ride today and yes indeed the handling is hugely better..doesn't wallow on the turns like can of tuna sliding across the deck. Feels tighter. Awesome!

Mustang

 

[ayelander]

I have the optional wheels on my Trike. Originals are 16 front, 15 Rear. Optionals are 18 Front and 16 rear. Has anyone put Dennis's lift on this setup? Dennis, any input? I have purchased a set but now wondering what it will do with my setup.

 

[SEAlaskan]

I have the optional wheels on my Trike. Originals are 16 front, 15 Rear. Optionals are 18 Front and 16 rear. Has anyone put Dennis's lift on this setup? Dennis, any input? I have purchased a set but now wondering what it will do with my setup.

Dennis's lift will work on your new setup, the outside diameter on the new wheel setup should come out about the same as the old wheels.
Butch

 

[Copasetic]

I have the optional wheels on my Trike. Originals are 16 front, 15 Rear. Optionals are 18 Front and 16 rear. Has anyone put Dennis's lift on this setup? Dennis, any input? I have purchased a set but now wondering what it will do with my setup.

I had Dennis's kit already on and recently switched to the optional wheel sizes as well. No problem at all. Trike handles nicely.

 

[ayelander]

I had Dennis's kit already on and recently switched to the optional wheel sizes as well. No problem at all. Trike handles nicely.

Better? Different? The Same? Thanks for the input.

 

[mustangcav]

It has been about 6 months since installing the lift kit and i remain thrilled by how much better the trike handles!

 

[GoSlo]

Just installed the lift kit this weekend. Looks so much better without the tail end hanging low. Haven't had much time to ride since the install (snowing again), but the little I have been able to do I can tell a big difference in how me and the trike sits. Can't wait to test the improved handling I've been reading about. Now I think I do need the tourpak lift brackets, so they will be the next thing I get.

Thanks Dennis!!

 

[icebite1]

Just installed the lift kit this weekend. Looks so much better without the tail end hanging low. Haven't had much time to ride since the install (snowing again), but the little I have been able to do I can tell a big difference in how me and the trike sits. Can't wait to test the improved handling I've been reading about. Now I think I do need the tourpak lift brackets, so they will be the next thing I get.

Thanks Dennis!!

Now dont forget to let some air out of the shocks

 

[GoSlo]

Now dont forget to let some air out of the shocks

Speaking of air in the shocks, here's something spooky. When I went to adjust the shocks, they were at 18 pounds!! Put them up to 30 pounds and reduced the tire pressure to 25 pounds. I ride alone 99.9% of the time, and wondered what the best settings are. I'm sure it's "personal taste" kind of thing, but I was hoping to at least start at or near the correct settings and go from there.

 

[iaff84]

Speaking of air in the shocks, here's something spooky. When I went to adjust the shocks, they were at 18 pounds!! Put them up to 30 pounds and reduced the tire pressure to 25 pounds. I ride alone 99.9% of the time, and wondered what the best settings are. I'm sure it's "personal taste" kind of thing, but I was hoping to at least start at or near the correct settings and go from there.

I run 30 / 35 in shocks and 16 to 20 in rear tires. A little soft in rear tires for some but I like how it helps with the jar from pot holes around here.
Dennis

 

[icebite1]

Interesting read on tire inflation:

Thursday, March 3, 2011Tech Tip - Advantages of Correct Tire Inflation
Maintaining correct tire inflation plays a major role in getting the most out of your motorcycle and enjoying the ride to its fullest…
Maintaining correct tire inflation pressure helps optimize tire performance and fuel economy. Correct tire inflation pressure allows riders to experience tire comfort, durability and performance designed to match the needs of their motorcycle. Tire deflection (the tread and sidewall flexing where the tread comes into contact with the road) will remain as originally designed and excessive sidewall flexing and tread squirm will be avoided. Heat buildup will be managed and rolling resistance will be appropriate. Proper tire inflation pressure also stabilizes the tire's structure, blending the tire's responsiveness, traction and handling.
An underinflated tire can't maintain its shape and becomes flatter than intended while in contact with the road. If a motorcycles tires are underinflated by only 6 psi it could lead to tire failure. Additionally, the tire’s tread life could be reduced by as much as 25%. Lower inflation pressure will allow the tire to deflect (bend) more as it rolls. This will build up internal heat, increase rolling resistance and cause a reduction in fuel economy of up to 5%. You would experience a significant loss of steering precision and cornering stability. While 6 psi doesn’t seem excessively low, remember, it usually represents about 20% of the tire’s recommended pressure.
An overinflated tire is stiff and unyielding and the size of its footprint in contact with the road is reduced. If a vehicle's tires are overinflated by 6 psi, they could be damaged more easily when running over potholes or debris in the road. Higher inflated tires cannot isolate road irregularities well, causing them to ride harsher . The pressure must be checked with a quality air gauge as the inflation pressure cannot be accurately estimated through visual inspection.

Your operator’s manual will have all the correct tire pressures for all your different needs in it.

Tony D. & The Wild Fire Service Team
Posted by Wild Fire Harley-Davidson

 

[GoSlo]

Thanks for the input Dennis. I'm the idiot that called you Saturday because we thought the lifts somehow disconnected the reverse gearing. Turns out the breaker switch got tripped for some reason, and all is well now. REALLY like the new lifts!!!

 

[icebite1]

Speaking of air in the shocks, here's something spooky. When I went to adjust the shocks, they were at 18 pounds!! Put them up to 30 pounds and reduced the tire pressure to 25 pounds. I ride alone 99.9% of the time, and wondered what the best settings are. I'm sure it's "personal taste" kind of thing, but I was hoping to at least start at or near the correct settings and go from there.

30# in shocks seems a bit highto me for solo riding, but ride it like that for awhile then try the minium reccomended in the book for awhile.
After that you can adjust to something inbetween that suits you.
Now that you have it off the ground you have a pretty good range of pressure to choose from.

 

[wimoonshiner]

Highly reccommend the lift kit and the Tour pak relocator kit from T-Glide Stuff!!! You won't be dissappointed!!! This winter we bought the Legend Air Suspension to replace the H-D shocks. From what I hear, that also is a good thing, we'll see!!!