Tilting Motor Works: Leaning 3-Wheeled Harley - MotoUSA

Bob Mighell, founder of Tilting Motor Works, stopped by the Motorcycle USA offices to demonstrate his bolt-on conversion for Harley-Davidson Tourers, Softails, Dynas and Gold Wings that places two leaning wheels on the front of the motorcycle. See his tilting three-wheeled Harley in action and read our Tilting Motor Works feature article: www.motorcycle-...
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[@budirwin9825]

Been riding Triglide for 8 yrs. & can't help myself from knowing this set up looks good. The trikes are a blast to ride but being able to lean into a bends again would be sweet.

[@MrSlowestD16]

Hmmm, such a simple idea but in reality (when you get down to trying to implement something like this) it gets REALLY technical REALLY quickly, and it looks like this company really did a terrific job at handling all the engineering hurdles in designing this suspension such that it yields what's essentially an OEM feel. Very very awesome engineering, quite impressive.

[@motanelustelistu]

What on earth if "OEM feel" ?

[@adrianrubi5012]

motanelustelistu ....he meant that it feels like a big motorcycle company built it as a regular catalogue offering. OEM...Original Equipment Manufacturer.

[@AIRMotovlogs]

That's one of the coolest things I have ever seen !!!

[@amire6758]

Now this is pretty sweet. Perfect option for when you just start getting too old for a two-wheeled machine.

[@arch417powersports]

Looks pretty cool. I'd try one.

[@3360274]

I need my wife to test ride one of these. Great engineering so it seems. The brakes must be great all that surface area! I have been a mechanic all my life and tell you guys that are skeptics this front end is well engineered, and at this point in time in motorsports is needed to keep some of us old guys riding!

[@Soldier53flyer]

This is the best system I have seen out there. I ride a H-D.

[@Riazor1370]

The front grill really transform the bikes into classic 50's automobiles style, cool.

[@bilalhashmi5683]

wow that's some crazy engineering right there!

[@jjayallan]

Tilt Motor Works THANK YOU YOU'RE A GENIUS

[@garethcollocott6310]

I saw SRK review this the other day, highly impressed!

[@RoadTracer]

This looks like the best tool to convert non-motorcyclist to future motorcyclist. In Europe such are used in towns and it's awesome. This one seems would be perfect even for a long ride.

[@tommygrngo]

I WANT this! As my knee has made it ever increasingly difficult to ride Not to mention if it starts snowing or icing before getting home or a safe place there is a greater chance of arrival instead of wrecking

[@gilbertlebacks2889]

That trike is elegant.❤😂👍✌️🙏

[@BIKEGEARMOTOVLOG]

Am looking to see this in motorcycle race in the next couple years ahead

[@tallcip65]

I think they look pretty cool. Kinda a retro / steampunk kinda look. Yeah they are expensive but if you can get your hands on an old harley or possibly a wrecked one you could end up with a really unique cruiser for about the same cost. I think they would be great for cruising with a passenger on back or for touring.

[@iancarman]

I'd be keen to ride that! Looks interesting

[@alex-sd]

This is awesome! They should have done the Can-Am Spyder like this.

[@johnraper2339]

Simplistic in its design but it's also brilliant

[@mjs6157]

I like it... When the time comes to give up the two wheel harley, I will look you up..

[@ThatHuskyisCrazy]

I have this guy on one of my videos. Why didn't Can Am think of this?

[@sidneyhemphill4383]

I wonder could I add something like this to my Honda Forza!

[@TerribleTimes]

impressive, looks very refined.

[@AimlessMoto]

But will it do full lean? Like, to the floorboards?

[@xaviersequeira4831]

one of the first things he said was went full lean until it scraped the floorboards. i hope you are joking

[@Hellsslave666]

+Xavier Sequeira Yes he was obviously joking...

[@roadrash76]

+Hellsslave666 yup, he's a comedian.

[@Hellsslave666]

roadrash76 He isn't a comedian is is making fon of the fact that the dude in the video said that i could lean to the floorboards atleast 3 times. As if the viewer didnt get it after the first time.

[@roadrash76]

+Hellsslave666 I know. I WAS joking.

[@merouby]

This is excellent!! As a Piaggio MP3 owner and lover off all things Harley - this makes a lot of sense. Only issue is I am in the UK - how much do these conversions cost?

[@joekilleen6526]

I understand You used a telelever front suspension but was wondering if all that extra weight is supported and pushed along via the stock steering head bearings. At any rate, it's easy to see the design and manufacturing exhibit some excellent engineering.

[@peterholthoffman]

I expect to see a lot of these in the next few years!

[@freebird7284]

8 years later and i just learned of these and have never seen one anywhere, looks like a good idea, wonder if they are still around?

[@peterholthoffman]

@@freebird7284 I’m sorry to say I’ve not seen any either. I have no idea why not as it still seems to be a good idea to me.

[@donaldbaker7022]

How much does it cost and will it work on a harley Sportster with forward controls

[@greglewis8041]

So the front tires wear out faster?🤔

[@lawrencehomstad88]

What is the possibility for an 07 Victory Vegas?

[@jameskea1947]

Can a Can Am spyder f3 be fitted with one of your leaning front ends?

[@fonwoolridge]

Brilliant! For years now - Ive been thinking 3 wheels are better than 2 or 4 - IF it tilts....Ive built a few RC models of my own design.... But been thinking wouldnt it be great if you could make an add on kit for a motorbike.... Here it is! Bravo! Of course, then theres the whole electric scene too....

[@carlhursh505]

Why doesn’t it sell? I’ve never seen one on the road.

[@adrianrubi5012]

Would be perfect on a Electra Glide Police bike without changing the stock seats.

[@CCitis]

Good for guys too old or injured to handle the weight of a bike...for now I will stick to two wheels

[@johanfagerstromjarlenfors]

Jeremy Good for people that doesn’t have motorcycle-licence also

[@WranglerSlim]

I see that Yamaha now has a sportbike with their own version of the tilting 3-wheel design. Looks like it uses a completely different front suspension system, but I wonder if they were inspired by this guy’s design.

[@cesarvalerio4292]

I want one! Greetings from Brasil!

[@evansron5031]

How much is the fork and front-end could you say

[@BENNIEDARRELL]

do you have to put your feet down when you stop on the bike without hydraulics ?

[@raynic1173]

I haven't seen 1 sequence of turns where this thing actually countersteers at speed. Why do they keep using the term??? It seems you don't need to with a linkage set up.

[@bjjthaiboxing]

I know what it's like to hit a patch of gravel/sand while entering a turn! Goes without saying, any loss of traction in your front tire, usually results in dumping the bike? The engineering behind this, is pure genius! A very impressive product indeed! And makes sense on so many levels. Definitely on my wish list. Cheers!

[@ianleff100]

this is perfect for arcimoto congratulations!!

[@Assking93]

They should put this system on the Mono Tracer. That would be awsome.

[@MrAndrew1953]

Amazing. I have had a sidecar mounted to a bike before which was a lot of fun. This tilting front end setup looks brilliant. Wonder if you could get it registered in Australia?

[@petermichelson5002]

Do you have a rolling kit for the touring Harley’s? Who in California installs your kits, or do I send you my bike for conversion?

[@tonywoodford8296]

Hi all would this be able to fit a BMW R18 bike

[@roygeorge1386]

i like the tilt but front wheel drive will good for hill drive and good control same in modern cars

[@effortequalsresults]

This is really fuckn brilliant !

[@TheMarvelous1310]

This, on a Road Glide, with the S&S Dragon motor and all the speakers I can find, is my perfect vehicle. Hell, if I got a streamlined trailer I wouldn’t need a truck anymore!

[@MrShahnilesh1975]

Is it possible for physically challenge person walking with crutches to ride ???

[@kennoneya4671]

As a 70 year old 'Nam Vet I could probably use something like this! My service connected and all the rest of my disabilities are catching up to me. How do I learn more? You going to be at Bike Week by any chance?

[@valeriebell717]

Can it fit a 2008 Honda ST1300?

[@sgt.grinch3299]

Are you planning on building a kit for Indian?

[@hawaiisidecar]

I want this!

[@ChrisCopeful]

Looks silly to me, but it's definitely a good idea. I'll bet I wouldn't think it silly if I were on the bike. Does the bike maintain ABS with this conversion?

[@dc00k]

+Chris Cope Hi Chris, the ABS system is disabled with the conversion.

[@got7iloveyou761]

+Natalie Held How is many US dollar ? I love it

[@a.d.c7941]

Chris Cope I cant get with the look of it either. Two wheels in the back trike looks way better to me

[@TheVigilantStewards]

I'd like to know how the physics of stability work for these. I know the traction and braking is a big plus, but the two wheels in a row generates a lot of stability at higher speeds. Does having a reverse trike reduce that?

[@a.d.c7941]

Carmelo Santini im confused on which is a better ride, two wheels in the front, or two wheels in the back. I think two wheels in the back look better, way better, but with that said, which is the better ride. 🤔🤔🤷🏼‍♀️

[@Kris_Stiletto]

Awesome Bike for those with disabilities... Very cool Trike. :)

[@anthonylatham8584]

where do i buy one and is it a diy fitting system or bike shop job i would like to know what is the latest goldwing you could use this system with

[@robertheitman4720]

Wat about super or road glide I have med glide front with 1/2° of rake on the yoke, 2" extension forks anything maybe or modified possibly wat ya think don't like sitting so erect

[@MCTeck]

Any plans for a system for the Victory Cross country?

[@michaelkeith3308]

What if i have footpegs?

[@ronniedavis8062]

I have a 2003 Honda ACE 750 Shadow I would like to reconfigure like your tilting motor works design. Can the current design you have for the Gold Wing be adapted to fit my Shadow?

[@GAMEOFDRONES1]

Hard to splitlane in traffic jams, but they look cool.

[@hippielewis4768]

Is it ever few thousand miles now you have to change two tires? Not for me - I will keep the two tires in back-like my 2016 champion trike

[@gallimead]

Very impressed. I like the look, and how it performs. You say that you can fit Honda and Harleys. From which particular years??

[@am3121]

Harley Touring, V Rod and Honda Gold wings.

[@waylonfuckingjennings]

How much does this cost ????

[@majorpain4u35]

Do you have any plans for a conversion kit for the Triumph Rocket III?

[@nickcollins876]

Will having different suspension in the rear affect the ride with this front end?

[@nickcollins876]

By different i mean not stock

[@anmcclo9731]

no feet down???

[@jacquespasqualini498]

Est ce que cette beauté sera disponible en France comme le tryke

[@johngault2041]

Will this fit a Valkyrie or maybe a Panhead Harley? Custom? Would love to test it out!

[@greglewis8041]

Beautiful ❤️

[@clobbyhops]

Any tilt system for BMW k1600's???

[@SuperFrancesco1951]

Cela me plairait bien de l'essayer!!

[@jjayallan]

I'm BEYOND SOLD‼️😃👍🏽🇺🇸

[@armandoallam2051]

How the price of the red color automatic sir

[@davidmahley3277]

Great idea

[@michaelfox9098]

how much and where do you do the conversion?

[@hardinelders8457]

I'm getting to the point in life where this is very appealing? Would this system bolt on to my 2002 Kawasaki 1500 Vulcan Classic 1500E (Harley clone)? Thank you.

[@am3121]

Its only for Harley and Gold Wing touring right now.

[@novriize]

I wanna buy it, how much?

[@crazynmad89]

kya design hai bht acha.. jai hind

[@daslima7648]

I love this

[@pvkjhilk8323]

cool. i met an old harley rider around town that had a three wheeler . i stop and asked him about it he had injured his leg and had to use a cane so i was curious.. he took the rear axle of a four wheeler and retrofitted it to his harley with street tires was sort of cool so i can see a purpose for this

[@gocharger1969]

My Grandpa can get back on the bike now 😅

[@ivansilva4559]

Amazing

[@antisocialmotorist6909]

This looks incredible but its the price tag that ruins it. $10,000 for basic and $12,000 for the locking system is almost 2/3 times the price of a harley or cruiser in the UK that is without any import or shipping charges to the UK. As someone who is unable to ride a large cruiser due to its weight, its a shame i just could not allow my wallet to justify that price tag. Otherwise its an incredible product and would love to own it, its just a shame.

[@dilwale1926]

Hello sir. I wanted front two wheels kit. How much price. And I am from India. I am handicapped person .sir please tell me what is the cost.

[@evansron5031]

How much

[@yaimanthai]

yes

[@chrisblake1918]

Righteous, WANT!

[@danasmilkus4111]

Labai noriu,padekite nupirkti!

[@a.d.c7941]

Looks like it would only be suitable for short people. Or short legs. Two wheels in the back looks better

[@future62]

Wonder how these would work on sport bikes. I'd be curious just to see the stopping power alone. Looks funny though

[@philtripe]

+future62 that was my thought and im sure if it worked on a sport they would offer it...my guess is that its extra added weight makes it a little slow to react making it perfect for a cruiser plus where would you put a hydraulic pump and all the extra electronics it would require on a sport bike?

[@bobbybackmarker9665]

+Tilting Motor Works Any plans to bring them to Europe?

[@cowmilky]

+Tilting Motor Works Awesome work guys! this should be great for guys who have lost limbs but can now feel a real motorcycle experience!

[@Carl_in_AZ]

+phil tripe I would like to see it on a sports bike too. Honda's hybrid Neowing may hit the market in the next couple years which has some similarities. Four years ago I met a CanAm engineer in Durango who had built a hybrid prototype but it did not lean like Tilting Motor Works.

[@gtxgaming1312]

NICE BIKE

[@jacquespasqualini498]

Je suis intéressé par cette versions ,qui vend cette machine en France ou qui l'adapte chez harlet

[@joshuablair8865]

That is pretty neat

[@tankshadow3494]

i wonder how much

[@Christianthephotographer]

This looks awsome! :)

[@55dennie]

Price?

[@cjyankee22jl]

Need quote 04 roadking custom efi

[@ivansilva4559]

How much???