What did you do to your Trike this week?

[John Luciano]

I have made new tabs using JB Weld. Wish you too photos of the process. Others can use it.

 

[3rdwheel]

I've had mine back just a week after being converted. Mostly I rode it and really like it except for the 27 mpg.
I installed the stealth armrests today, new spark plugs, waxed it, installed the tour pak hinge upgrades, and the mid-frame air deflectors.
Oh yeah, checked the tire pressures. Also bought a bicycle leg wrap for my wife so her rain gear won't touch the hot exhaust pipe on our upcoming trip.
Rode today for 2+ hours, no issues from my wife who has back issues. I think it's a keeper!

 

[KeithsBMW]

Installed Flat Black ceramic coated Remus headers, more wheel bling, installed RadGuard and modified mudguard, tuned mufflers, color matched BMW roundels.

 

[Rosy]

Here is what it looks like with the spacer and longer 5mm screws. No cutting needed.
Thanks to Kennyd for the picture.

Rosy

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WOW, you have done some work on that BMW! Did you noticed more power from your new pipes?
Bling is always nice, makes it your Baby!
Great pictures, Thanks.

Rosy

 

[KeithsBMW]

WOW, you have done some work on that BMW! Did you noticed more power from your new pipes?
Bling is always nice, makes it your Baby!
Great pictures, Thanks.

Rosy

Remus claims about 20 Ft lbs. torque increase, No HP change, but installed mainly to reduce high temperature to left foot while riding, which it does very well. Thanks

 

[Doug D.]

This weekend, I actually RODE it! epper:

Been out of the saddle since the 11th recovering from hernia surgery. I'm all healed up and back on the road again!

 

[jackpoet1]

Well, living in Texas, I don't have to store the trike, ride it year around. So I did have it serviced last winter, changed to Amsoil, was nervous, but all worked out well. My trike is a 96 Aspencade and I was worried about changing such an old engine. But I worked out ok, Used about 1/2 quart the first 2,000 miles, but nothing since. Then Last week I had the front Brake pads and the left caliper replaced. Looking at another service in about 4000 miles. Am figuring 7,000 per change? I have heard of going 12 to 15,000 with Amsoil, but that worries me. Anyway, that is about it.

 

[Gold Rush]

Well, living in Texas, I don't have to store the trike, ride it year around. So I did have it serviced last winter, changed to Amsoil, was nervous, but all worked out well. My trike is a 96 Aspencade and I was worried about changing such an old engine. But I worked out ok, Used about 1/2 quart the first 2,000 miles, but nothing since. Then Last week I had the front Brake pads and the left caliper replaced. Looking at another service in about 4000 miles. Am figuring 7,000 per change? I have heard of going 12 to 15,000 with Amsoil, but that worries me. Anyway, that is about it.

Morin' Jack. AMSOIL says we can double the manufacture's recommended oil change interval. Your GL1500 is the same as my GL1800 -- 8,000 miles. No way am I going to do 16K. I change mine at 10K. Oil is a personal choice. If you are comfortable at 7K then that is your number.

 

[Rosy]

Got an estimate for damage on trike from multi car collision. Person talking on cell phone didn't see us stopped. $2900 for the job.

Rosy

 

[Doug D.]

This weekend, I finally got the high ratio rockers put on! Makes a big difference when you crack open the 2 bbl!

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[Rosy]

Spin those rear tires when taking off? I bet you snow!
What else is in the plans for your trike?

Rosy

 

[John Luciano]

Don't take long to spend $3,000 on repairs does it Rosy? Gonna be fixed by Rally time I hope.

 

[Rosy]

We are going away for a while, while we are gone, the body shop will take the trike and fix it. Then store it in a climate control garage with his fleet of "old" cars which he has. Nice or what.
We should be ready for the rally!
See you in a few weeks, John!

Rosy

 

[Rosy]

Put a set of MBL Risers on today, for short people. Haven't tried them yet, but will in a while. Let you know how they are. No cutting the plastic, with longer bolts and 3/4" shims. Start to finish.

 

[rmrc51]

I dusted mine. :laugh:

Too damn hot to ride. :cxtv::xzqxz:

 

[Rosy]

Never say that to Janice, it is never too hot to ride. The hotter the better she likes it.

Rosy

 

[rmrc51]

If that's the case, I'll ask Janice for a blood transfusion. It would be great to be able to tolerate the heat better. Never could even as a kid. :Shrug:

 

[Rosy]

Janice was born in Maine, so when it gets really hot, it is a treat for her! Maine has cool, not so cool, and cold weather, so hot is great!
Even at 100F, her hands are cold, go figure! When she tell me she is comfortable, the rest of us are dying of the heat! LOL

Rosy

 

[John Luciano]

How hot is too hot. Been 85 to 95 all week. Pools 83. Just did some yard work. Had to come in after 3 hours. Toooooooo hot. Over 80 for me is too hot. That's swim in weather not riding. Going riding on Sunday or late Sat.

 

[rmrc51]

I couldn't agree with you more, John! Once it starts getting near the mid 80's, I'm inside paying homage to the great God of Air Conditioning, lol :laugh:

 

[RcSuD]

:Agree:
High 80's and low 90's for the next week. Gotta love ac.

 

[Rosy]

You guys better be careful, speaking about hot weather, or you may find a guest coming for a visit. She loves hot weather and doesn't like air conditioning. You may see you trike going into the sun set, as she is going to take course at the Harley shop to get her license in NH soon!

Rosy

 

[Rosy]

Tomorrow, going to change oil and filter on trike.
Rotella T6 is on the menu with new filter.
Change oil every summer about this time even if I don't make the 7000 miles.
Better be safe than sorry, that's what I say.
So, what are you doing to your trike, besides riding till the cows come home!
If weather is good, take a ride to Maine and have dinner with relatives at the Lions bean and ham supper.

Rosy

 

[John Luciano]

Rosy. Is your baby all fixed up already?

 

[Rosy]

No, but we are still riding. The damage is to the tail light and fiberglass, no other damage. It was a glancing blow so no damage to the frame, not like my brother-in-law, which may have frame damage. Insurance is still deciding what they are going to do, fix it or total it.
Mine will get fixed next week and will be out of service for a week. Should be ready for the Rally in August.

Rosy

 

[Doug D.]

Spin those rear tires when taking off? I bet you snow!
What else is in the plans for your trike?

Rosy

Haven't tried to spin the tires, but if you're not careful, she'll pick up the front wheel a little!

Gonna change up the foot pegs and pedals to make it a little easier to ride. Other than that, just tweek, tune and ride the hell out of it!

 

[Rosy]

All done with oil change and tweeking of some lights that were out. The light's plugs were loose and needed to be pushed in.
So, next project after the body shop gets done is put some LED's along the lower fenders. John L. will go nuts, because at the NETT Rally he told me he would never follow me again on a cruise, too many LEDs on my trike. Gee, I did not know that! So, John, put Warren and Barbara behind me so we can take their pictures again!
So, what are you doing to your ride this weekend?

Rosy

 

[1800 06 Champion Trike]

Just got done washing it.

 

[John Luciano]

Honey and I and 4 other Motorcycles are going up to the famous Woodstock ,NY.
Right now jumping in the pool. I can't fig out how to drag a prev loaded picture into the box in attachments.

 

[Deweydave]

Tonight I will be packing mine to go to Laughlin for an over nighter at the Colorado bell and then to the pacific coast to run down the coastal highway to San Diego. Also will be installing fender guards tonight.