Review on Harley Tri-Glide

[msocko3]

I just bought my new Aniv about a month ago. First thing I did was to get rid ofthe heat problem after melting my boots. Did that with some Rush headers, Rienhart slip on's, ThunderMax tuner, and a JetScream air filter. That was the best thing I ever done! Got rid of a lot of heat and increased HP, IMO, 15-20. It's a different machine with a usable 6th gear. I am however, be perfectly honest, am a little disappointed in the suspension. When going 55-60, and hit some rough asphalt patches, it has the feeling of a wobbling front end. I don't like that! It also has done that to me when I have hit RR tracks at an angle. Same thing! Still don't like that. Maybe I am expecting to much, but I don't like the uncomfortable feeling while going that fast. I read about these guys going 85-100 on the interstate, or while passing cars, what happens when they hit something like that at high speed? Do you still get that wobble feeling, or is it my trike?
Confused about suspension..

You'll get used to the handling idiosyncrasies, I grew used to what I call head shake. I'm a pretty aggressive rider who doesn't take long to feel out the outer limits of a bike or trike. I'm also one who has been tooling along on the interstate at 85 mph with my feet on the highway pegs, the tunes cranking and one hand on the bars and the other just resting. I've also been 90+ mph pulling a trailer while passing a car on a bit of a bumpy 2 lane, with no uncomfortable feeling. At speed the head shake or wobble feeling isn't as exaggerated as it is when crossing rail road tracks or going slow on a bumpy road.

When I first got my 2010 Triglide I managed to get on a pretty lumpy road, it was shaking its head like crazy because I was forced to run 15 - 20 mph and sometimes slower due to the nasty bumps.

Now I will say if the wobble or head shake is excessive there could be the possibility of the neck bearings being loose or the steering stabilizer could be weak.

 

[bobknife]

got my trike yesterday and love not having to put my feet down.

 

[bobknife]

have 80 miles on my new try glide as of now it is a very good machine, just will take me time to get use to it. Love the fact that you don't have to put your feet down at stop lights.

 

[sparky1597]

Got my tri glide 4/13/13. Got 450 miles on it so far. Wish I didn't wait this long to get one! It is nice to not have to put my feet down, trying to get a limited off the jiffy stand, uphill! Also, the wife can change her seating position without throwing us around!

 

[Big Red]

Just bought 2013 Tri-Glide this week, We live in Great Bend, KS. I have riding since I was about 10 years old (now 72) first ride was (sidecar Cushman) Since then you name it I’ve ridden it from Indian Chief when I was 13 took my brother and I both to start he was younger but bigger so he kicked and I drove.
Had big Harleys little Harleys and a lot of Honda, Yamaha and Kawasaki bikes.
Been riding mostly Gold Wings the last 20 years, but still have 1300 VTX I ride a lot.
We just bought 2013 Tri Glide this week so here I am. Love it so far.
My bride and I look forward to meeting some of you and being around a lot.
I haven't had much chance to ride, drove it home Thursday 35 degrees when I left Wichita (120 miles home) and didn't get chance to ride Friday snowed all day Saturday and last night.
But this is kansas so weather will change any minute.

Hi My wife and I are from Hutchinson and we should meet up for some lunch this summer.
I just got my tri gluid in Feb. Going to Vegas next week and a poke run this week end. Hope to see you

Bill and Chris on Big Red

 

[Will24]

I have my 2012 Triglide Classic for about six months and I love it. I have a problem with the heat coming from the pipes though. A friend told me that I should take out the cat converter. Good idea or not? Florida gets hot especially in summer.

 

[Bill Reber]

Enjoy your new ride

 

[DTR 11TG]

I have my 2012 Triglide Classic for about six months and I love it. I have a problem with the heat coming from the pipes though. A friend told me that I should take out the cat converter. Good idea or not? Florida gets hot especially in summer.

That would be a good idea, many TG owners are removing the cat or installing an after-market systems to help relieve some of the heat. If you read some of the other threads about the TG, performance & heat you will get a lot of good ideas.
Have fun with your TG.

 

[Will24]

Thanx for the reply. Does removal of the cat endanger my warranty?

 

[470004]

You may want to consider a Hydraulic clutch system.

 

[Fusionfool]

I have had my 2013 Anniversary Edition since June 2013. I have been very happy with the purchase all the way through to nearly 10,000 miles this year. I have done some work on the bike, but nothing that was a problem, just improvements Harley Davidsons need right from the factory. Things to better the sound and torque V&H power duals, Big Louie 2 inch baffle tail pipes, Fuel Pak tuner, Big sucker air filter, lift the rear end (DK Lift), tank lift (DK), Garmin 665 with weather and XM, rear bumper, and lots of Chrome. Like a friend told me, they are not like the old Harley's, they now sell the started kit, and plan on spending another 5K to make it yours. Well I am over 5K but have loved every addition. I previously had HD 2 wheel then went to a Spyder in 2012. I found that I had made a big mistake with the Spyder and took a 5K hit just to get the Harley. Again no regrets, and loving every mile. Just sad that winter is coming and I have to put her to sleep for a few months very soon.

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[Kilowatt]

Have you noticed any radiator fluid overflow onto the ground or garage floor after you stop riding? I've heard of some from folks with that engine that are on the two wheel ultra versions.

 

[Fusionfool]

Have you noticed any radiator fluid overflow onto the ground or garage floor after you stop riding? I've heard of some from folks with that engine that are on the two wheel ultra versions.

I am not sure who you were asking this question. there is no radiator on the 2013 Tri glide. So if to me, answer is no. 2014 MY I had heard of some, but did not see any posted in this thread. I may have missed them if they have.

 

[chiefbuc]

I have my 2012 Triglide Classic for about six months and I love it. I have a problem with the heat coming from the pipes though. A friend told me that I should take out the cat converter. Good idea or not? Florida gets hot especially in summer.

I have a 2010 Tri Glide and Harley Davidson replaced the entire exhaust system w/air cleaner from Vance and Hines. It had to be tuned with a tuner and Dino-ed. It was the best thing that I ever did to the trike. No more cat and it did not void the warranty. Thanks.......Mark

 

[Buckin']

I have a 2010 Tri Glide and Harley Davidson replaced the entire exhaust system w/air cleaner from Vance and Hines. It had to be tuned with a tuner and Dino-ed. It was the best thing that I ever did to the trike. No more cat and it did not void the warranty. Thanks.......Mark

Holy thread revival, chiefbuc!

 

[rhino 2]

I have a 2010 Tri Glide and Harley Davidson replaced the entire exhaust system w/air cleaner from Vance and Hines. It had to be tuned with a tuner and Dino-ed. It was the best thing that I ever did to the trike. No more cat and it did not void the warranty. Thanks.......Mark

Harley Davidson didn't remove the cat, Maybe your dealer did.. They [the company] wouldn't condone it'' that would be considered tampering with emissions controls...

 

[tom w]

ok , got me too. I was half way through this thread and saw the date. duah.

 

[Bitkat]

2011 Tri Glide

I just bought a 2011 Tri Glide. The only problem I have is I have long legs but short torso and can't really see over the dashboard. I was wondering if HD can lift seat for me or if another seat would be better?