Weight distribution with and without reverse motor

[slaw32]

I'm considering a mechanical reverse on my 2016 freewheeler . Wondering if anyone has done this . If you remove the reverse motor does it change the way it will ride with the reverse motor removed . Right now bike weight centered behind derby cover . With reverse motor removed , in theory , it will change the weight of back of bike . Long question short , if I remove reverse motor how will that affect the way the bike rides and corners ??

 

[Recycledteen]

With the "starter" motor removed, personally I don't think you would feel or notice any difference in the wgt distribution or handling based on past experience of different small weights in the trunk.

 

[Sidecarbill]

I think it will lighten your wallet enough to compensate.

 

[1dn5up]

Being there's no counterbalance weights on the right rear, should handle like a f1 racer

 

[rhino 2]

Don't know about the Freewheeler... But there isn't any difference with or without the Reverse motor ' With my Tri-Glide...

 

[Springman2007]

Don't know about the Freewheeler... But there isn't any difference with or without the Reverse motor ' With my Tri-Glide...

And, this is what I would speculate for the Freewheeler as well.....

I want to remove my electric reverse, but mainly because I see it as an inefficient system and thus replacing it with a mechanical reverse would be a better choice. HDs electric reverse has a less than stellar track record in my view and service is costly. Replacing it with a mechanical reverse is just a better choice in my opinion.

Now, I also have to say that it would be a weight savings as well and I feel that is always a good thing....
And, this change would have a somewhat positive impact on the electrical load - minor probably - but some....

my views,

Springman