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CB1100 Sidecar Experiment - deltamark - 03-30-2018

Hi all,

I’m fairly new here and recently introduced myself in the “New Members” thread. After a suggestion from another CB1100 Forum member, I decided to start a thread about my new-to-me 2014 CB1100 standard / sidecar rig. This is my first rig and first CB1100.

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I’d been interested in and fascinated by sidecars for several years. Did a lot of research and began seriously shopping for a rig late last summer. I was being really picky about what I wanted and since I didn’t really find it, decided to have one built.

I read some advice about when building a sidecar rig to start with the bike you like. : ) Well, the CB1100 was on my radar for a while. I was aware that not all bikes are ideal to use for a rig, but the CB seemed to have enough of the elements to give it a go. I also saw pictures of another CB1100 / sidecar combo on this site, so I knew it could be done.

I purchased my CB back in December from a private seller.
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The bike appeared to be in very good condition and had about 2,600 miles. Earlier in December, I also found a 2002 Ural Tourist sidecar-only for sale at [url=http://www.heindlengineering.com/]Heindl Engineering in Eaton, Ohio. [Image: 23afddeabf0860ad4b71d7049dac2e74.jpg]
The sidecar looked a bit weathered so I had it painted.

I contracted with Bob Wark of [url=http://www.warkshop.com/]The Warkshop to install the sidecar frame. Bob is a professional sidecar builder / seller and his work is top notch. He fabricated a subframe to link the sidecar frame to the CB. He had to remove the center stand and customize and replace a new left seat bracket to attach the subframe. [Image: d6d16e0c26e6feb4cca208de53aa76d3.jpg]
I picked up the installed frame a few weeks ago, took it home and fastened the tub onto the frame.[Image: 760bde1b9f2caaa4b07ddea7b8edbac4.jpg]

I’ve taken a few test rides since then and am extremely pleased! I knew going in that piloting a sidecar rig would be dramatically different than riding a motorcycle and it is. I have a good deal to learn and plan to continue practicing my skills before I begin with my real adventure … traveling with my dog, Rudi!
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I have a lot of things I want to add to this rig and it will take time and $. Will post more in the future. In the meantime, I'm really looking forward to some better weather and a lot of riding!!!

RE: CB1100 Sidecar Experiment - redbirds_imp - 03-30-2018

I like it. Curious how this works out for you.

RE: CB1100 Sidecar Experiment - bikenut65_imp - 03-30-2018

Great stuff. Will be following this thread :-)

RE: CB1100 Sidecar Experiment - the Ferret - 03-30-2018

Very interesting. BTW do you know if Rudi likes riding in a side car and will stay put when rolling down the road?

Forum member 4 Paws has lots of hack experience. I hope he sees this and chimes in.

RE: CB1100 Sidecar Experiment - deltamark - 03-30-2018

Last year I borrowed a friend's sidecar rig and took Rudi for a short ride. He seemed to be fine with it. I think I was much more nervous about it than he was.

I will be using a harness on Rudi with multiple attach points. My plan is to secure him inside the sidecar in a way that gives him room to lie down, but not exit the sidecar.

I started training him last weekend to get into the sidecar. That part was pretty easy! I'll probably start him off with short rides until we're both more comfortable.





(03-30-2018, 06:12 AM)The ferret_imp Wrote: Very interesting. BTW do you know if Rudi likes riding in a side car and will stay put when rolling down the road?

Forum member 4 Paws has lots of hack experience. I hope he sees this and chimes in.


RE: CB1100 Sidecar Experiment - Stichill_imp - 03-30-2018

Thumbs Up

RE: CB1100 Sidecar Experiment - the Ferret - 03-30-2018

Dog looks well trained

RE: CB1100 Sidecar Experiment - peterbaron - 03-30-2018

Well, would like to see Rudi's helmet and riding gearTongue

pb

RE: CB1100 Sidecar Experiment - 736cc_imp - 03-30-2018

Empty sidecars need lots of weight added.

RE: CB1100 Sidecar Experiment - deltamark - 03-30-2018

(03-30-2018, 07:55 AM)The ferret_imp Wrote: Dog looks well trained
Thanks Ferret. We've been really lucky. He's a rescue and came to us as a 1 year old with the most amazingly laid-back attitude and complete willingness to accept any type of training. He is now over 8 years old though, so I really wanted to get this in soon.

(03-30-2018, 08:12 AM)peterbaron_imp Wrote: Well, would like to see Rudi's helmet and riding gearTongue

pb

Hey Peterbaron, I'm still in the process of acquiring gear for Rudi, but here's his raincoat and eye protection.

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Being that I plan on removing the windshield from the sidecar, and that it rains nearly every time I'm on a road trip, I'd feel better about providing at least a little weather protection for Rudi. And believe me, if there was a truly protective helmet for canines, I would pursue it. Woof!

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(03-30-2018, 10:01 AM)736cc_imp Wrote: Empty sidecars need lots of weight added.

I am currently riding with two 40-lb. bags of water softener salt in the sidecar. When Rudi rides, I'll of course remove the salt. He weighs about 94 lbs.