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Title: Fork Brace?
Post by: StuCorpe on May 08, 2015, 06:28:06 PM

Does anyone know of a stiffer (heaver duty?) fork brace available for a 2003 EV?  Since I put the sidecar on I occasionally (at low speeds  >10mph) get a front wheel wobble ???.  Only happens at low speeds and certain bumps in the road.  Thought maybe a stronger front fork brace might help.  I remember putting one on a Yamaha Venture Royale for the same problem and it took all the low speed shake out.  Just looking for ideas.  Tried tightening the steering damper down but I think it's worn out as it made absolutely no change.

Any other ideas would be appreciated.

Title: Re: Fork Brace?
Post by: Silver Goose on May 08, 2015, 07:38:23 PM

Stu, look into a hydraulic damper. Severial sidecar companies offer them, but if push comes to shove, look at a sterring damper from a import truck and many small cars. Also check the sidecar alignment.

I have owned three sidecar bikes and getting a hydraulic damper and the proper alignment will make a great ride, better.

Good Luck

Title: Re: Fork Brace?
Post by: racasey on May 09, 2015, 02:12:11 AM

Sidecars demand steering dampers.  Popular options are either a VW Beetle hydraulic damper, or a damper for a Mercedes 190.  They are inexpensive, and long lasting.  Typical installation places the damper outboard of the lower fork yoke to a location near the bottom of the forward top strut. 

Ciao,
Dick Casey

Title: Re: Fork Brace?
Post by: StuCorpe on May 09, 2015, 07:30:00 AM

Thanks, I will start checking these out. :)