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[Twolanerider]

Now, the tight, precise handling that I fell in love with when I first go the bike is back again.

[TB]

I agree in theory, however, it seems that the degradation of the rubber mount system (both front and rear) of the dresser frame happens rapidly and frequently.  While I usually do not advise a "band aid" fix, the time and cost associated with the constant up keep is a pain to say the least.

Also, the inventor of True-Trak would indicate that the bagger rubber mount system does in fact have a design defect.  That is, HD didn't see fit to put a lateral mount to control side to side movement of the swingarm rubber bushing (no matter what condition they are in).  He goes on to say that the old FXR rubber mount frame does have this mount and ehibits none of the inherent "rear steer" of the baggers.

Either way, I still keep an eye on the tightness and condition of the rubber mounts and have a crisp handling motorcycle again.

[Twolanerider]

I agree in theory, however, it seems that the degradation of the rubber mount system (both front and rear) of the dresser frame happens rapidly and frequently.

[TB]

Having given it some thought, I personally think that it is a design defect of this particular frame, but for the sake of arguement, lets assume it is a wear condition.  Because the True-Trak controls lateral movement, I believe that your first statement would be more correct.  It stops the movement (and thus the premature wear) on the swingarm bushings.  

Certainly, the rear steer is more evident during aggessive riding.  Is it actual wear of the rubber bushings?  Hmmm, maybe not.  Perhaps compression and re-compression of these bushings will cause some "softening" of material.  

Of course, the front mount is subject to the effects of oil impregnation during oil changes but that's another subject.

Another arguement that it is a design defect is the fact that the new rubber mount Sporty frame includes lateral support of the rear mount.  I think maybe HD is learning.

[Twolanerider]

Having given it some thought, I personally think that it is a design defect of this particular frame, but for the sake of arguement, lets assume it is a wear condition.

[sportking]

    ANOTHER   OPTION       Has anyone heard of a product called   STA-BO    this product is a   nylon  type replacement of the swingarm isolaters which are supose to eliminate flex of swingarm as would the the handle bar cushions.  does anyone have any input .  It seems worthwile for the price of 150 or so depending on your year   01 and later you also replace the swingarm liquid filed clevblocks   Has anyone tried this  ?

[grc]

MFG,

Thanks for the info.

[Twolanerider]

[sportking]

   TO wheel     your rite  about the instalation of  STA-BO  Thats why im waiting till I have a good reason to adress it .  That day will come , and ill try it  THEN   They claim It also aids in engine alignment , which sounds reasonable . Hey if it does what handlebar isolaters do to improve things Ill be happy ,pushing 110 Hp out of 95 in.

[Twolanerider]

For those wishing to participate in the group purchase for the Ride Str8 package the details are as follows:

As this is written there are now 6 confirmed buyers.

[AussieBoi]

Hi,

Just my 2 cents...
I fitted the Ride-Str8, very straight forward to install + competent & professional customer service is available from the manufacturer.

I'm also looking to install a centrestand & with this set up it does allow for it to be fitted, see thread;

http://flhrsei.org/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.cgi?board=g1;action=display;num=1123548482

I have a related question... there's a company called STA-BO c/-

http://www.sta-bo.com/

Does anyone have any feedback on having both the STA-BO bushes & the Ride-Str8 installed?
Any advice/opinions?

Cheers.