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12-02-2008, 10:09 AM
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| | | Liberty Sidecars, Seattle WA
I'm sure you guys already know of them, but these fellas make reproduction sidecars, and sidecars for new bikes. http://www.libertysidecars.com/ |
12-02-2008, 10:45 AM
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Thanks for that site, Imboden. If eye had a new-model Harley Big Twin, I'd put a Liberty on it. Really looks classic, attached to a Springer! The H-D Co.'s fiberglass "egg," 1968-present, never impressed me. I understand the requirements for compound curves to get rigidity in fiberglass, but it's butt-ugly.
I wouldn't call what Liberty makes a reproduction of anything, tho. They did considerable updating of the engineering, like the 4-point mounting system and the subframe to mount the fender without visible brackets on the outside.
IMHO, they probably make the best sidecar, bang-for-the-buck, for modern Harleys.
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12-03-2008, 05:46 PM
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Those are very cool. I think when that fellow first went into business he sold Russian sidecars and built some for other makes too. Of course, they were a few thousand cheaper then.
He does great work and I'd sure consider one if I ever wanted a sidecar. 
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12-03-2008, 05:49 PM
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The guy that does their paint, Charley at Tanks Only, also does mine. They are selling well, if Charley's schedule is any indication. I'm having trouble getting my stuff done.
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12-03-2008, 06:43 PM
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| | | sidecars
how do you feel about sidecars ?
have you ever driven one?
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12-03-2008, 08:45 PM
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Originally Posted by stevodigitalfly  how do you feel about sidecars ?
have you ever driven one? | Welcome to the forum, Steve-o.
Go here: 1934 VLD (Twin-Cam Rescue Vehicle)
first post on the page is mine.
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12-07-2008, 05:46 AM
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| | | I learned to ride on a 1953 FL with a sidecar. I wasn't big enough to hold up the bike alone yet!!
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12-09-2008, 07:24 PM
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| | | liberty sidecars
ups just delivered a set of 5 degree raked triple trees for a customers 2001 ultra with a harley sidecar on it . they look to be a fine product. harley doesnt offer raked trees just the hack.
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12-10-2008, 03:53 PM
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| | | Liberty Sidecar
I have a 2001 Liberty car on my 1978 FLH, also put on their raked triple tree. The rig travels/steers nice with and without a passenger. Only used ballast when first starting to learn how to drive a rig. Sent a sadlebag cover up to them to match the paint, their painter did a great job . Love the car, have won several awards in shows over the years. Pete builds a car you will be proud of.
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