How to use reverse. Will it start in gear? Apply & release parking brake on my 2020 Tri-Glide.

[@peteosinga8845]

We have a FreeWheeler 2018. Our reverse motor quit working. Sent it out for repair, big bucks. To buy a new one I would have to sell my house. We have very low mileage. I believe what broke it was pushing the reverse button too many times. From my research most folks that have this problem have expressed disgust with this setup. I have a transmission add on reverse on my 2004 Ultra with a sidecar. It has operated flawlessly since I purchased the bike new. 20 years is proof to me it is a good product. The design of the Harley reverse is planned obsolescence. I suggest to anyone that has their reverse fail go straight to the transmission add on reverse and be sure to get a good one not a knock off.

[@boscodog4358]

What is a good product?

[@peteosinga8845]

@@boscodog4358 the reverse gear I have on my 2004, 5speed transmission is a champion. It was installed by Harley Davidson of Washington DC. The other units that they provide are made by Lehman. Frankenstein Trikes also has a reverse gear available that is good. Beware the Knockoffs. They leak and break and have limited tech support. You get what you pay for. My plan for my Frankenstein Trike is to get one from Frankenstein as they are always available and stand behind their products.

[@Tom-qk1ww]

Neutral tip works awesome, thanks for sharing ED!

[@donaldcotnoir1865]

I just bought this very trike in the same color. I was waiting for a 2022 but th PA assembly plant closing stopped all shipments. So my salesman called me and said we have a 2020 being traded as we speak with only 3500 miles. I drove the 90 miles to my dealership and we did the deal. My first trike and I absolutely love it. Thanks for the video I'm a new subscriber

[@TriGlideEd]

Donald I hate to hear that the York PA plant closed. I always thought I'd like to go tour that facility. Also hand salute to a fellow vet!!! Ride safe brother! Ed

[@TriGlideEd]

Donald I hate to hear that the York PA plant closed. I always thought I'd like to go tour that facility. Also hand salute to a fellow vet!!! Ride safe brother! Ed

[@donaldcotnoir1865]

@@TriGlideEd I don't believe it's closed for good. It's because of the supply chain and getting parts to finish these motorcycles so they can't ship them.

[@TriGlideEd]

@@donaldcotnoir1865 Oh good! So let's hope they get them parts soon. Thank you Donald. Respectfully, Ed

[@ohioridgerunner7497]

Hi Ed this is Steve my trike never arrived May 19 ...after 3 months of waiting and supply chain issues at Harley Davidson my trike arrived ...picked it up 8/12...worth the wait and I can hit Neutral every time...been playing with the boombox navigation system, thanks ride safe!!

[@TriGlideEd]

Outstanding Steve, glad you finally got it! Have fun but ride safe. Take care, Ed

[@quadrunner8244]

Thanks for the tips. I just bought one and want to be safe

[@lavadaperry2664]

Sir, let me tell you! You prevented me from trading my Freewheeler. Now I can now start it again if stalled "IN TRAFFIC". Thank you! Now I have to practice with the neutral.

[@TriGlideEd]

Hey Lavada Perry glad to hear I helped you. Now use not your toes but the top of your foot to hit neutral. It’s a better “feel “ for sure. Take care, Ed

[@joelahnstein2281]

I tried your ‘find neutral’ technique. Much better than before. Thanks.

[@TriGlideEd]

Glad it helped Joe. You take care and ride safe. Respectfully, Ed

[@bettyvargo9923]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge going to try the N trick today.. always so hard to find on my Triglide..

[@TriGlideEd]

Let me know if it works for you Betty. Take care, Ed

[@r.j.devaney780]

THANKS!! Tried your tip on catching neutral the past two days..PERFECT... Looking forward to next video. Rich

[@TriGlideEd]

Glad it helped R.J. It's something about the feel. Take care, Ed

[@Grizzly2852]

Thanks. This help me trying to hit neutral.

[@TriGlideEd]

Hey Cliff I'm glad it helped. I hit neutral every time now. Take care, Ed

[@wandataylor3426]

Ed I've had my '17 tri glide for one week today. Neutral while engine on is a b****! Found it first time today. Gonna try your tip for middle of the foot. Lot to learn yet. Think I tripped the breaker on the reverse motor today. Going to try to reset that now.

[@TriGlideEd]

Let me know how the middle of the foot works for you. Remember have fun but ride safe. Ed

[@ohioridgerunner7497]

Thanks for the tip on finding neutral...I have a 2022 tri glide on order scheduled to come in about May 19...when I took the demo trike on a test drive I had hard time finding (N)

[@TriGlideEd]

Steve I appreciate you watching my video. Yeah, finding neutral is a breeze now, but before, good gracious it was almost embarrassing. Enjoy your new ride, have fun but ride safe. Respectfully, Ed

[@David-eq8yg]

Thanks brother, I'm about to sell my sweet fxst custom, my 60 year old knees giving me grief on the stops etc. my next is a Tri Glide. I appreciate all the tips on my next ride. yours looks great. A Canadian Harley riding Brother !

[@TriGlideEd]

Hey David I think you will be really glad you go to the Tri-Glide. It’s an overall feeling of “Wow! This sure feels safe and secure.” And always glad to have our Canadian brothers and sisters join us. And thank you David for watching my videos. Also I have a nephew from Vancouver, BC...eh 👍

[@garycooper4526]

Thank You Ed. the spring tip fixed my problem.

[@TriGlideEd]

Glad it helped Gary. Have fun but ride safe. Take care, Ed

[@paulsilson2148]

Thanks for tips , starting my trip glide in gear, hold in clutch put your foot on brake , hold front brake in , the trip glide will start

[@Means2anEnd6611]

Thank you for the information Ed. Always a pleasure watching your videos!

[@Trooper738]

Hello Ed, How are you feeling, relax as much as possible and listen to your wife she knows more about you than any doctor. So take it easy nice and slow if she’s as tough as my wife you’ll be back on that bike sooner than you think! Besides the weather up here in New Jersey is crazy as a matter of fact it’s so hot that the fire hydrants are looking for dogs! You take care and God Bless! P

[@TriGlideEd]

Good morning LoD! I'm trying to be smart about this recovery. I go in 6 days to get the staples out. I'm following the rules...doctor and wife :-) Also...THAT'S HOT! Take care brother and ride safe. Ed

[@eddieraycantrell4633]

Thanks so much for the little tips. But more importantly, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE! GOD BLESS!!!!

[@TriGlideEd]

Thank you Eddie that's very kind of you. Respectfully, Ed

[@applefromsouthtexascorpusc9688]

Thank you for your video trying to get me a trike so I’m starting to find videos to help me so when I finally do get mine, I’m good to go. Thank you again for this video and I do want to thank you for your service 💯💯💯👍👍👍🍏🍏🍏

[@TriGlideEd]

Thank you Apple I appreciate it. Respectfully, Ed

[@applefromsouthtexascorpusc9688]

@@TriGlideEd you are very welcome sir. Enjoy your weekend. I enjoyed your video. I am almost there for getting my new trike. Can’t wait. Thank you again.💯🍏👍

[@timrogers9381]

Great Video. Thanks for your service to this country.

[@TriGlideEd]

Thank you Tim that’s very kind of you.

[@aarondeere]

Just found your channel and enjoy the videos. I'm a youngin at 45 but with my wife wanting to ride more, my heritage isn't as comfortable as she would like. I have weak ankles so don't feel comfortable with a big cruiser so thinking this is a good solution. Rode one once at a demo ride but plan and trying some more out. Doing some research I've found many more young people are riding trikes. Great videos. I'll keep watching.

[@TriGlideEd]

Hey Aaron I had a 2006 Heritage Softail, that I purchased in 2016. Then in 2019 I purchased a Electra Glide Ultra and in July of last year I got the Tri-Glide. Wish I would have gotten one years ago!

[@aarondeere]

@@TriGlideEd good to hear.

[@thomasquave8927]

Ed I’ve had my Triglide since 2017 never knew I could crank my bike in gear thanks for the video I just tried what you said

[@TriGlideEd]

Thomas let me know if it works for you.

[@thomasquave8927]

@@TriGlideEd Yes it did thank you for showing me that

[@TriGlideEd]

@@thomasquave8927 Glad it helped Thomas. Take care.

[@budirwin9825]

95% of the time it works... When some people watching it messes up. LOL

[@corac9053]

Hi Ed, Thank you for sharing your knowledge and tips, very helpful...I also love riding my Harley Davidson Try Glide.

[@TriGlideEd]

Glad it was helpful! Have fun but ride safe. Respectfully, Ed

[@netiestokes]

Beautiful story. From one lady biker to another, I can relate. Ride safe sister!

[@TriGlideEd]

Well Annie I ain’t never been called a lady or a sister but this old man appreciates you watching my video. Respectfully, Ed

[@cliffordperanio9929]

Thank you I’ll be getting mine in under 3 months

[@TriGlideEd]

Have fun Clifford but ride safe. Respectfully, Ed

[@padraicmchale]

Hi Ed, this is the first of your videos that I've seen, and it won't be the last. My Tri-glide is a 2013, and pedals and switches are laid out a little differently. This was still very informative. And btw, one Navy vet to another - BZ, shipmate.

[@TriGlideEd]

Welcome aboard shipmate! Always glad to have a brother join us. I appreciate you watching Padraic. BZ to you also. I was a Radioman by the way. Take care brother, respectfully, Ed

[@kurtfirestone2761]

Thank you so much for the informative videos keep them coming

[@jimmyturbeville8753]

good info thanks for sharing

[@TriGlideEd]

Thank you Jimmy. Take care, Ed

[@Charles-j1h]

You’re great thanks a bunch

[@YTDLW064]

Do you have to continuously hold the reverse button down to go reverse? Go Navy! I’m a retired Navy Veteran (former AD). Thank you for sharing!

[@TriGlideEd]

Hey Shipmate, put it in neutral, hold the reverse button till you see the “R” on the screen, then hold the button down to reverse. Don’t jog the button but hold it. I don’t guess I ever held it for anymore than 10’. Take care, Ed

[@hawk65]

Thank you. Nice Tips..

[@TriGlideEd]

Thank you for watching hawk65. You take care and ride safe, Ed

[@shaunozs1ra92]

Thanks for the video. I still don't know how you got it to start in gear. Mine will not start in gear, obviously I hold the clutch in.

[@TriGlideEd]

Shaun do you hold a brake?? Try that also and see if that does it.

[@shaunozs1ra92]

@@TriGlideEd No, I will try that. Thanks

[@ecttreker9816]

Heres a tip, if going into neutral at a stop light or any other traffic area, keep watching behind you in your mirrors. If traffic coming up from behind looks like it's not going to stop you need to get out of the way fast!!

[@TriGlideEd]

Very good advise ECT. And I do check my mirrors often. Take care, Ed

[@genosnyder-em2rd]

Hey Ed. It looks like you have a longer foot peg for you shifter. Does that make a difference also for getting into nuetral

[@TriGlideEd]

Geno it just makes it easier so you don't have to angle your foot to the right to hit the shifter. Your foot is more straight, so to me, yeah it makes it easier. Take care, Ed

[@greggk47]

The parking brake spring reinstall after it comes off. Any chance for a video on that?

[@TriGlideEd]

Hey Greg I’ll be glad to do a short video on how to reinstall the spring. Take care, Ed

[@doylefountain2555]

Thank you for your service Sir🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@TriGlideEd]

Thank you and thank you Doyle for watching my videos. Take care, Ed

[@jimmylawson7907]

Appreciate the excellent tips. God bless!

[@TriGlideEd]

Thank you Jimmy I hope they help. Take care, Ed

[@RayJones-b2h]

Thanks for the info

[@TriGlideEd]

Thank you for watching! Take care, Ed

[@boscodog4358]

Don't know for sure, but I think that it is easier on the starter if you start in neutral 😊.

[@r.j.devaney780]

Great video Ed! Neutral on my Freewheeler can be an adventure! Will try your suggestion. Also, it will start with foot brake depressed instead of hand brake. Also, I put adjustable PSR brake and clutch levers on my FW.. Keep posting Ed..not enough Trike posts!!

[@TriGlideEd]

R.J. Using the upper part of my foot really did help me. Try it and let me know what you think. Take care, Ed

[@johnbyers7140]

Great vidio

[@kennywisemansr.2323]

Hey Ed....enjoy your videos very much. I'm a senior rider enjoying my second Harley trike. Purchased my first one 8 years ago. Put the floor board spacers and noticed the longer ones on ur trike. Not having any luck finding ones listed for Harley trikes. Did you have to replace the center bolt to match threads to the arm ? We appreciate you time and ideas..

[@TriGlideEd]

Hey Kenny first thank you for watching my videos. Know that it is greatly appreciated. But my floor boards are stock. Now my shifter pegs are after market longer ones. Is this what you meant? Take care, Ed

[@kennywisemansr.2323]

@@TriGlideEd Yes Ed .... thank you

[@TriGlideEd]

@@kennywisemansr.2323 Here is the Amazon link but it also says it's currently unavailable: V-factor Foot Shift Pegs V-factor Foot Shift Pegs for All Models Brand: Mid USA 4.6 out of 5 stars 315 ratings | 54 answered questions Currently unavailable. We don't know when or if this item will be back in stock. Chrome Plated Comfort Ride Extended Foot Brake/Shift Peg with 3/4" stud Kenny there are bound to be more on Amazon. Hope this helps, respectfully, Ed

[@kennywisemansr.2323]

@@TriGlideEd hi Ed found shifter peg on ebay. Works great and amazed with that xtra length ... thanks

[@TriGlideEd]

@@kennywisemansr.2323 Glad you found them Kenny and glad you're pleased. Take care, Ed

[@bentleyblower]

Hi Ed from U.K. Did I understand at the start of your clip, you indicated that you could start the bike in gear, but you did not refer to it again. It's my understanding that in current production models, there is an interlock that prevents you starting the engine when you are in gear. In previous models, you could start in gear, with the clutch engaged.

[@TriGlideEd]

Good morning John. Yeah on my 2020 Tri-Glide it can be in 1st gear, pull in the clutch, push on the foot brake pedal or pull the front brake lever, and hit the start button. Now if you do not hold either of the brakes it will not start. That's what I do and it starts. Let me know if this helps you John. Take care, Ed

[@janetdickson950]

Are they extended shift pegs? If so what brand?

[@TriGlideEd]

Yeah I got them off of Amazon. I can’t remember the brand name.

[@Tryke_Ryder]

What shifter levers are those? My 2020 doesn’t have a heel shifter..

[@TriGlideEd]

Hey Bill, my 2020 didn't have the heel shifter either but before it left the showroom I had them put the heel shifter on. I think it took maybe 3-4 minutes and the dealership didn't charge me...well we know we got charged for sure :-) The shifter pegs I got off of Amazon. Here is the description I just got from the Amazon page: V-factor Foot Shift Pegs for all models. The current price each is $15.19 each. The dimension is 3-3/4" x 1" OD. I hope this helps Bill. Take care, Ed

[@SlickSydney]

I pop the parking brake off with my toe and have no problems with the flick motion.

[@ClydeBean-f5p]

Sometimes let clutch out a little too put in first sometimes

[@mdsponge21221]

It's the Ham ! Lol Come to MD. & well have some hot steamed crabs !

[@briansage6214]

Hi Ed Brian here from England I’ve been looking at your blogs for some time now I’m a few years younger than you but really like the Tri Glide and thinking of purchasing one here in the UK. Some of my friends have conventional motorcycles and I haven’t rode a bike since I was a teenager! Would you think this would be a smart move at nearly 70 ? There are a few over here but not the Ultra , interested in what you think, you make it look like fun and I’m really envious! Keep up the filming oh yes have you ever had a problem cornering and going on to 2 wheels? Thanks Hope to be Tri Glide Bri 😆

[@TriGlideEd]

Hey Brian. I went from 2 wheels to 3 and I feel much, much, much more comfortable and safe on 3. You just have to remember you steer a 3 wheel as opposed to a 2 wheel where you lean. I think after a few days you will start to feel like you’ve made a great choice. Remember, have fun and if you get one, ride safe.

[@r.j.devaney780]

Hey Ed, question for you when you get time...regarding parking. As an example: When you get to the Harley dealership and all the two wheelers are backed in, do you use reverse upon arriving or do you just pull in to a spot and back out when you are leaving? Or, does the circumstance dictate your parking preference? Have a great weekend! Rich

[@TriGlideEd]

Good question RJ. The parking lot at our H-D dealer is sloped. So I usually either just pull straight into a slot in front of the building and drift back when I leave. Or I pull up then roll back to the lower part of the lot. I really don’t have to use reverse a whole lot and when I do it’s not for a long distance. I’ve seen to many horror stories about that reverse messing up.

[@r.j.devaney780]

@@TriGlideEd Thanks..I agree about reverse..

[@agasalmans]

Sir thank you!

[@TriGlideEd]

You’re welcome and I hope this helped. Respectfully, Ed

[@agasalmans]

It sure helped but quick question :1. the bike can be on neutral to reverse ? 2. How do we get the bike to neutral

[@TriGlideEd]

@@agasalmans Good morning vvvvvvvvv. The bike has to be in neutral to put it in reverse. To put in in neutral I would start the bike, clutch in and foot on brake, then start the bike. With clutch still in if it's in 1st gear then use the top part of your foot and lift up for neutral. I find the top part of the foot makes it so much easier to hit neutral than just using the toe area. I think it's a better feel this way. Hope this helps. Respectfully, Ed

[@RanGer-498]

I was on my friends trike today and that reverse has a kick

[@triketacular8093]

Greetings, enjoyed your video. We used to have a 2014 HD Tri-Glide, but it was time for a change. So we purchased a pre-owned 2014 Can-Am Spyder RT Limited and couldn't be happier! We find the ride to be so much superior to the Tri-Glide. My Wife has a bad back and felt every bump in the road, with the Tri-Glide. With the Spyder, she has not felt a single bump or jarring effect. And that is with the Spyder's stock suspension! Safe Travels. 🙂🏍🇨🇦

[@TriGlideEd]

Very nice!

[@bryanblack22]

For the price of this machine, Harley should have installed a "reverse gear" standard on the Tri Glide. I mean, reverse gear is standard on the Goldwing.

[@TriGlideEd]

Oh I agree Bryan. I think a mechanical reverse would be much better. But with that said, you really don't use reverse often or for any length of time. Take care, Ed

[@kenhawkins1033]

Going into reverse is not my problem. Getting out of reverse seems to evade me. I just turn the bike off and restart. I rarely use reverse, regardless.

[@TriGlideEd]

Ken it won’t just go into 1st gear?

[@kenhawkins1033]

@@TriGlideEd Is that what I should do? I never tried because the R was still lit.

[@TriGlideEd]

@@kenhawkins1033 Ken I'm not a mechanic but I would sure try it once. But again I ain't a mechanic and it's just my opinion. Let me know the outcome please. Respectfully, Ed

[@TriGlideEd]

@@kenhawkins1033 Also Ken if you go to put it in 1st gear make sure to pull the clutch in then shift to 1st.

[@kenhawkins1033]

@@TriGlideEd Yeah. Just pull in the clutch and go into first. So simple it's counter intuitive.

[@sugarhillsrr]

Ed, Remote Control Garage Door Opener Kit, Part # 91558-01B $139.95 Price on the Harley Site, Check it out, Ted

[@TriGlideEd]

Thank you!

[@budirwin9825]

They work great.

[@darrenlingerfelt5879]

👍👍

[@bryanblack22]

I try not to use that embarrassing noisy thing, lol! I use my legs to back it up.

[@lindaclark09]

I need to get the parking brake off

[@claudem.p.7969]

YESSSSS. Claude

[@UGAmedic8714]

Neutral on ANY Harley is a pain in the butt!!!

[@TriGlideEd]

But when we find it TheCheej...what a feeling :-) Take care, Ed

[@darrenlingerfelt5879]

And backing up a hill will burn your reverse motor up. I know that from experience 😃

[@Paul20661]

😯

[@scottbollinger3641]

Why does everyone want to put it in neutral, at a stop??…. leave it in first gear,so you can take off and avoid getting hit by some idiot

[@TriGlideEd]

Scott I would put mine in neutral to give my old hand a break from holding the hydraulic clutch.

[@BillWiedeman]

You don't need the stupid music.