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[CVO Aqua-Glider]

I really don't see the issue.  Pull into the carport and park.  When leaving back out full lock, pull forward and ride off.  Why do you want to back into the carport?

[Glenncarp]

Many new riders believe that a large touring bike requires 30 feet or more to do a U turn, however you will see many police videos where a U turn is executed in about 18 ft. A number of years ago I did a course with Jerry Palladino. He also sells a DVD called "Ride Like A Pro" After one weekend of practise you will be amazed with your new skill set. Check out his website and order the video. https://www.ridelikeapro.com/
Cal

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I borrowed the video from a friend after seeing Jerry and his crew at a bike event. I watched a 95 LB woman with her 220 LB husband on back turn a full dresser in 10'!!! Learn the friction zone, use back brake heavily and make sure you are looking where you want to go, not where the bike is going. I practiced in an empty parking lot and after two days, I saw a HUGE difference. I'd recommend taking the saddle bags off the first day or two, you will lay the bike onto the rails once of twice, but not to worry, that is what they are there for. Remember the whole idea from "ride like a pro" is to turn the bike SLOWLY!!!

[FLHTCUSE7]

That was Marianne Hamilton would be my guess, she can ride in circles around most people here (pun intended)

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I borrowed the video from a friend after seeing Jerry and his crew at a bike event. I watched a 95 LB woman with her 220 LB husband on back turn a full dresser in 10'!!! Learn the friction zone, use back brake heavily and make sure you are looking where you want to go, not where the bike is going. I practiced in an empty parking lot and after two days, I saw a HUGE difference. I'd recommend taking the saddle bags off the first day or two, you will lay the bike onto the rails once of twice, but not to worry, that is what they are there for. Remember the whole idea from "ride like a pro" is to turn the bike SLOWLY!!!

[rjorgens]

Another picture, without the car.
How do you propose I turn around in this space?

I have one of these in my garage for putting the bike in a tight space that I need to slide it in sideways.  You can push the bike in any direction plus turn it around with ease.  Just ride on to it.  No need to position a jack, etc.  http://www.harborfreight.com/low-profile-motorcycle-dolly-95896.html

[PassMeABeer]

With motor running back out and turn to full lock, once rear wheel is to grass on slde, give her some gas and complete nearly all or most of your turn,  if turn is not complet repeat as required.   Do not try to turn it in the car port.

Your set up is almost identical to mine, what smokey has suggested should work perfectly, im 73 yrs old and get the big ultra out farily easily, I cant fathom why anyone would want to attempt a U turn in a narrow space on a slope.

Thanks for the suggestions. I went down this morning trying to get the thing turned around. Needed a neighbor to help me right the bike.

[FLHTCUSE7]

Is this for real

[110tHunDer]

 
Methinks not.  Never seen a bike go down on a blanket.  But I have seen trolls.

[CVORick]

I also looked at the picture and thought, "First Oil Change?".  You need to show us some pictures taken from the street so we can give you better suggestions.  You have not given a good perspective of your driveway or slope.  If this picture is from your attempt at backing down your driveway you may need to just park in the street.

[PassMeABeer]

Methinks not.  Never seen a bike go down on a blanket.  But I have seen trolls.

We lifted the front and rear, separately with an engine lift and put it on a blanket so that when we pushed it over to right it we wouldn't further damage it.

[110tHunDer]

 
Oh.  That explains it.

[phato1]

I'm not buyin any of this.

[110tHunDer]

 
It all makes sense to me!

[Fired00d]

PassMeABeer,
You may seriously want to consider getting a trike.

Your first post...

Good evening. My name is Kent, and I own a very nice FLHTCUSE 8 CVO. I've amassed about 100,000 miles and consider myself to be a pretty good rider. My wife has decided she wants to go motorcycle riding with me. I have never rode with a passenger and I need some advice. How do I ride with a passenger? Is it any different than solo riding? How do I make sure not to drop the bike when she gets on? I am a confident person, but thinking about this, I am nervous.

Then that bike was stolen...

My FLHTCUSE 8 got stolen overnight. I had it parked on the street and this morning it is gone. It was my understanding that these things aren't sought after by thieves because they are hard to steal but apparently not mine. Hs anyone else on here had their Harley's stolen?

Now this (if indeed this is for real )...

Thanks for the suggestions. I went down this morning trying to get the thing turned around. Needed a neighbor to help me right the bike.

Two wheels might not be the thing for you... just sayin',

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[BUCKNUT GREG]

                  I'D STICK TO KOOLAID...

[fastfreddy]

maybe your neighbor will let you park it at his place after this?