To those who have triked their Valk

[therapist]

Since I cannot find a new, lighter bike that works for me (thought I had found it in the new CB1100F retro, but the controls are too far back and very cramped ergonomics for my 32" inseam).  Anyway, started thinking that maybe the answer is just to turn the Valk into a trike, then I wouldn't have to worry about balance issues, which may increase due to some recent health issues.  How much can
I expect to spend on a medium to lower priced conversion?

Thanks!!!

[Hoser]

Contact RJ, he just did his.  Hoser

[PAVALKER]

I addition to researching the trike options for your Valkyrie..... you might also want to look into another older bike similar to that new CB1100.   I have a few older bikes in great condition, one being my 1982 CB900 Custom.  No, not interested in selling it actually... but it is a nice bike and I am sure there are other older lighter bikes out there that might help you out.  Just a thought....

Good luck...

[R J MILES]

I triked my IS 3 or 4 years ago. Did the paint and the install myself.  Think I spent around 9 grand for complete IRS kit and 8 degree trees. Love it! Would do it again in a heartbeat.    Fuzzy

[old grouch]

+ 1 what R J MILES said, IF you can find a manufacturer who will sell directly to you.  Most, if not all will not any more.  Kits run from about $7000 to over $10,000 depending on options.  Most charge about $1000 for install.  Go here  http://www.triketalk.com  for about as much info on the subject as you will find in one place.  Several threads there on which is the best, etc.  Some opinions, some facts.  Best advice is to ride any you are considering & see which you like best.  Most all the kits are very good with their own advantages/disadvantages.  The most important part of the process is the INSTALLER!!!  A shoddy install will screw up the best kit.  Hope this helps.  Stan

[solo1]

I know that it's not exactly what you asked, but another choice would be a sidecar.  However, a rig is much harder to get used to than a trike ,IMHO, and has some disadvantages over a trike, mainly asymmetrical response.  However, it is cheaper and you don't  need to get rid of or change any parts from the Valk, you just add parts. It is more unique than a trike and has its enthusiasts.

However, it didn't work for me as I'm back on two wheels.

[Jess Tolbirt]

trike the Valk and get you a beater bike that is smaller and fits,, like the 1100 shadow,,thwen when you just want to beat around you can do it on 2 wheels and when you get serious about a ride,walaaa,,,

[Willow]

You may be better off finding a trike for sale rather than converting your own.

A quick search will reveal low mileage Valkyrie trikes ranging from $14,000 to $17,000.  When subtracting from that the price you'll get selling your Valkyrie you may well be at less money for fewer miles.

[shortleg]

   Ron
    Willow has a point as far as price.
I helped Goody with his. Parts will run about
9 to 10 grand. We had it done in two weekends.
 You would need a good drive on lift.
      Shortleg[Dave]
  Also watch this you will see some of the steps
http://youtu.be/dWJHzAdplBA

[old grouch]

You may be better off finding a trike for sale rather than converting your own.

A quick search will reveal low mileage Valkyrie trikes ranging from $14,000 to $17,000.  When subtracting from that the price you'll get selling your Valkyrie you may well be at less money for fewer miles.

And I will be asking something less for mine when it goes on the classifieds.  Stan

[therapist]

The kits I saw advertised (California Side Car, TriWing, Roadsmith were all around $7K, maybe I didn't read the small print.  I could never pull it off myself, but the local Honda dealer does them.  I will check with him on Monday.  I agree, that maybe I could find another one already done, cheaper, but part of the idea was to keep my bike and it's related good memories.  I get emotionally attached to my vehicles, it's a sickness (or a perversion) 

  Ron
    Willow has a point as far as price.
I helped Goody with his. Parts will run about
9 to 10 grand. We had it done in two weekends.
 You would need a good drive on lift.
      Shortleg[Dave]
  Also watch this you will see some of the steps
http://youtu.be/dWJHzAdplBA

[Hoser]

The kits I saw advertised (California Side Car, TriWing, Roadsmith were all around $7K, maybe I didn't read the small print.  I could never pull it off myself, but the local Honda dealer does them.  I will check with him on Monday.  I agree, that maybe I could find another one already done, cheaper, but part of the idea was to keep my bike and it's related good memories.  I get emotionally attached to my vehicles, it's a sickness (or a perversion)  

  Ron
    Willow has a point as far as price.
I helped Goody with his. Parts will run about
9 to 10 grand. We had it done in two weekends.
 You would need a good drive on lift.
      Shortleg[Dave]
 Also watch this you will see some of the steps
http://youtu.be/dWJHzAdplBA

I agree with getting attached, If and when the time comes for me, a trike or a sidecar will be on MY fatlady.  Hoser  

[Grandpa Bigbuck]

http://www.triketalk.com/index.php  Good forum for trike related questions.