Honda Valkyrie Roadsmith Build With Pictures | Trike Talk
2024年2月4日 · One of our Texas members (Elliot A/K/A TW) brought us his very nice GL1500CT Pearl Sonoma Green & Creme 1997 Honda Valkyrie Tour to convert. After a lot of research on this site, and a long visit at our shop in Conroe, he decided to go with the Roadsmith conversion. This thread will document the build. ~Zook Uncrating the Roadsmith conversion.
For those considering triking their Valkyrie
2020年1月1日 · I just completed my second Interstate/Roadsmith conversion and used Daryl's raked triple trees on this one. I used the 8 degree trees with 1 1/2" fork extensions. The first one has the Roadsmith 6 degree triple tree and no extension. All other components are the same. This "new" trike is a totally different animal on the road.
trike kit which is the best? - valkyrieforum.com
2020年1月1日 · I have a 2000 interstate 28K miles, can't sell it so trike it? Which trike companies still make them for a 2000 model year Valkyrie? Just need input who is the best to deal with.
What do you like about your Roadsmith Trike? - Trike Talk
2008年3月29日 · After riding it for about six years and, hardly riding my two wheeled motorcycles at all, I have just taken delivery on a new Roadsmith kit for my 2000 Valkyrie Interstate. One of the major reasons I like the Roadsmith is that they allow you assemble it yourself.
Trike conversion kits - Honda Goldwing Forum
2023年8月27日 · The Roadsmith is most represented up here regarding dealer network. Independent rear suspension seems to be better and the extra gas tank when being built/installed is wise. Raking the forks with extensions is best also. Replacement front tires made for trikes are out there and would also be on my “to do” list.
2000 Honda Valkyrie Trike Suspension Question | Trike Talk
2024年6月10日 · I need more info on your trike. What year is it and is it a Motor Trike or Roadsmith Conversion? Also, "air ride" is not necessarily an upgrade, as the older Motor Trike air bags/shocks are well known to fail, whereas a good set of adjustable coil over shocks are not prone to failure and can produce a very good ride.
Roadsmith or California Side Car Trike Kit? - valkyrieforum.com
2020年1月1日 · I installed a kit on my 99 IS from the Trike Shop in White Bear Lake, Minn. Body is standard with, like any other trike. Has IRS with coil springs, coil over shocks, and a sway bar. The center section is a full size General Motors rear end, converted to use half shafts. CV joints, disc brakes, and rotors are all late model VW.
trike Kits-- Pros and Cons - Steve Saunders Goldwing Forums
2012年11月4日 · If you can afford the regular conversions, I liked the Roadsmith and California Sidecar trikes with either a 5 1/2 degree or 6 degree rake kit... Both the Roadsmith and CSC are independent suspension and IMO gave the best ride and handling... Les
Honda Valkyrie F6C (1996-2005) Review | Speed, Specs & Prices
2021年11月12日 · Basically a stripped down Honda GL1500 Gold Wing, with lower gearing and six carbs, the Honda F6C Valkyrie is actually reasonably good fun to ride and some might say it's best made motorcycle...
Roadsmith vs. Motor Trike - Honda Goldwing Forum
2023年8月29日 · Test ride both Roadsmith and Motortrike and see which one rides better for you. Visit the local shop in your area and see what they offer. As for me I like Roadsmith, I feel it has a smoother ride. I ride a Roadsmith (and LOVE IT) never been on a M/T so I have no opinion, third season ride'n R/S with NO problems... Thats good to know.