TRS,
Great illustrations in the paper--really helped with visualization and understanding. Question: Are you developing a solution for the 2009+ bikes that you can market when finished?
First off, thank you about the paper. It did take a bit of time to put together. I have and do sell things I make for myself (mostly with my Chrysler 300C). But I'm getting more into my working on my Harley again since I picked up the CVO. I like to ride and to fix things like this. I have thought to make the stabilizer I have available to others. I like it better then one's on the market today. But before I go there I'd need to talk to Moderator about what I need to do to sell anything on this site. I do not want to violate any rules. So the answer is "Yes I've thought about it".
The stabilizer I have now fixes the rear mounts on everything from 2001-Persent bikes. And it alone is a positive change especially on the Pre&2008 design. The 2009-Present bikes need a front stabilizer to really complete it, and I'm working on that next. That's why I said it was easier to fix the older bikes (it only has a problem in the rear). I suppose at some point I'll show what I have and see if there is enough interest to make what I've created available to others. It's simple to install, Looks good, works well, and it would not be expensive. I can say that much.
If you Google "TRS300" + "VTCM" you'll find hits on similar type work I've done (but related to my car). The development for my Harleys are sort of the same thing... I sell to share my work with other enthusiasts and maybe cover the development costs. My real job (the one that earns money) is in the oil business, not selling MC stuff.
The article I wrote really does give you enough information to look at any product and conclude if it will work properly to stabilize your MC. That was what I was trying to share... And I do hope it helps others. There are A LOT of products being sold under the banner of adding stability; but if they do not do something to arrest the lateral movements of the PTU with-in the frame they will not work. Also, if they do anything to "Stiffen" the mount you'll not like the result either. The bike might feel great when it's rolling but at a stop light it's going shake badly. The mounts need to move freely so the engine can rock. Read the paper I posted and keep the design rules in mind when evaluating a product.
Probably more than what you asked for but that's the story.
PS: The ideas I have for my CVO are piled up in my brain lol... As odd as it sounds, one of the things I really like about my Harleys are the slight imperfections. It gives me a chance to make it unique & personal. I have a number of things I'm excited to be working on with this new toy. I started another thread on some CAN bus mods I'm hoping to do too. Then there is twin cooling... etc...
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