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Allen Nelson
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 Posted: Mon Jun 21, 2010 11:44 am Post subject: Came accross a funny bird Saturday |
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While trolling in a West Hills parking lot this last Saturday I saw this very unusual site.....at least to me......I mean I've seen K11's with side cars of all kinds....but I'd never seen a bird like this before. Sorry the picture quality is so poor all I had with me at the time was my cell.....but I think you'll agree with me.....this may just be the bike for us in the future as we continue to age and find it harder and harder to hold the bike up when stopped at the light.........enjoy your time now folks....we will all face this issue sometime in the future...to ride no matter what!...OR.....to give up riding.... 
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Never did see the owner to find out more about the bike or the set up....but I thought so many of my friends here might also appreciate what someone has done to keep themselves on the road as long as possible......I can't help but applaud the soul that rides this sweet heart of a bike... 
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Mystic Red
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Allen Nelson
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Scott.....what was most interesting, the rear OEM wheel is still the power drive wheel, the 2 extra wheels appear to be free wheeling, just supporting the bike....similar to training wheels. Not like the trike Goldwing you linked to, which powers both rear wheels I believe.
I was curious to know if anyone had seen anything like this before. The design seemed simple and straightforward.....to help keep the bike upright at all times. I'd suspect it steers much like a sidecar set up. I'm not ready for one of these yet....but hey, who knows what the future holds.... 
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RAL88
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RAL88
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or this though I don't know why they're calling the K100 an 800. And yes they make it for the K1100LT
http://www.mtcvoyager.com/gallery/18-bmw/detail/226-k1-bmw-800.html#
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Allen Nelson
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Yeah.....just like that, only the Voyager looks a little more finely built. Nice alternative to all the expense of the trike these days.
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Mystic Red
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Allen, you didn't read the ad.
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The Voyager trike kit is a pre-loaded stabilizing system which still utilizes the existing rear wheel as the driving wheel. |
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Allen Nelson
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| Posted: Mon Jun 21, 2010 3:49 pm Post subject: |
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| Mystic Red wrote: | Allen, you didn't read the ad.
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The Voyager trike kit is a pre-loaded stabilizing system which still utilizes the existing rear wheel as the driving wheel. |
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What didn't I read?
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Allen Nelson
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Wonder just how difficult it would be when needing to remove the rear drive wheel for mounting new tire..... 
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Mystic Red
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| Quote: | Mystic Red wrote:
Allen, you didn't read the ad.
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The Voyager trike kit is a pre-loaded stabilizing system which still utilizes the existing rear wheel as the driving wheel.
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| Quote: | | Scott.....what was most interesting, the rear OEM wheel is still the power drive wheel, the 2 extra wheels appear to be free wheeling, just supporting the bike....similar to training wheels. Not like the trike Goldwing you linked to, which powers both rear wheels I believe. |
It is a Voyager that utilizes the OE rear wheel for power. Same as the one in your photos, only different.
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Allen Nelson
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| Mystic Red wrote: | | Quote: | Mystic Red wrote:
Allen, you didn't read the ad.
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The Voyager trike kit is a pre-loaded stabilizing system which still utilizes the existing rear wheel as the driving wheel.
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| Quote: | | Scott.....what was most interesting, the rear OEM wheel is still the power drive wheel, the 2 extra wheels appear to be free wheeling, just supporting the bike....similar to training wheels. Not like the trike Goldwing you linked to, which powers both rear wheels I believe. |
It is a Voyager that utilizes the OE rear wheel for power. Same as the one in your photos, only different. |
I thought that was what I said " | Allen Nelson wrote: | | Yeah.....just like that, only the Voyager looks a little more finely built. Nice alternative to all the expense of the trike these days. |
...could be the one I saw was an older version too.
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| Posted: Mon Jun 21, 2010 11:40 pm Post subject: |
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STOP IT! You guys are making my head spin!
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| Posted: Mon Jun 21, 2010 11:48 pm Post subject: |
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Those training wheel setups can be an issue if the bike gets into a situation where the training wheels are in contact with the ground, and the drive wheel isn't. You could end up with no drive at the rear or possibly no rear brake.
Or maybe they've got that fixed by now - I didn't take time to look at the link yet.
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The thread title sounds like a British porn site.
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| Posted: Tue Jun 22, 2010 9:47 am Post subject: |
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| Quote: | | Wonder just how difficult it would be when needing to remove the rear drive wheel for mounting new tire |
I don't think it would be a "side of the road" thing 
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Allen Nelson
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| Posted: Tue Jun 22, 2010 10:57 am Post subject: |
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| Ted wrote: | | Quote: | | Wonder just how difficult it would be when needing to remove the rear drive wheel for mounting new tire |
I don't think it would be a "side of the road" thing |
I strongly suspect your right Ted.
I have to say it's the first time I've ever run into anything like that....and I see allot of strange things here in SOCAL. Was never able to find the owner, I'll have to keep my eyes open and hope I run into him or her sometime....if I do, I'll post what their experience is like.
Like Jim I would be concerned about potential traction issues, although their site indicates they've addressed it and if I'm reading it correctly, it sounds like you can quickly remove the extra 2 wheels:
The Voyager Advantage
The Voyager Convertible Kit:
" * Now comes in the new Classic style as well as Standard
* Gives you 5 minute flexibility from 4 wheels to 2
* Maintains the value of your motorcycle and doesn't limit resale options
* Is delivered complete, allowing you to install without losing use of your bike
* Offers a more comfortable ride with independent suspension
* Costs half as much as conventional motorcycle trike conversions
* Reduces front end shake at high speeds
* Minimizes the effects of cross winds or winding mountain roads while towing a trailer
* Does not cause significant reduction of gas mileage
* Offers the flexibility to change from one motorcycle to another
* Frame bears the tongue weight for more efficient trailering"
Interesting and something that may come in handy once I've reached the age where holding my bike up is beyond my physical prowess.....although if and when I reach that age or stage in life, I may be more inclined to experience the thrill of riding my bike off the edge of a cliff. I'll be sure and record that too and post my experience....ooopss.....that's only if I survive.... 
Have enjoyed the chat with all of you and miss being a part of the K11OG, sharing experiences....take my word for it, all newbies, this is still one of the best if not the best Owner sites on the WEB.
Yu all be good now....yu hear
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Saw a very similar setup on the way home from work yesterday. It was on a step through scooter. I think it was as wide as it was long. May be a good concept but is sure was fugly!
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