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Champion Sidecars DAYTONA 2+2 User Manual

Champion Sidecars DAYTONA 2+2
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CHAMPION SIDECARS
DAYTONA 2+2, LEGEND AND ESCORT
OWNERS MANUAL
(HARLEY DAVIDSON SIDECAR GENERAL INSTRUCTION)
Champion Sidecars Inc.
11841 Monarch Street
Garden Grove, CA 92841
(800)875-0949 (sales)
(714)847-0949 (customer service)
(714)375-5668 (parts)
(714)847-1539 (fax)
http://www.champion sidecars.com (web site)
carrojo@surfside.net (e-mail)
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Champion Sidecars DAYTONA 2+2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelDAYTONA 2+2
TypeSidecar
Passenger Capacity2
MaterialFiberglass
MountingUniversal
Wheel Size16 inches
Brakesdisc brakes

Summary

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

PAINT

Details Champion's PPG paint product usage and maintenance for the sidecar finish.

WHEEL BEARING MAINTENANCE

Guidance on checking, cleaning, and repacking automotive-grade wheel bearings for longevity.

TIRE AND TIRE AIR PRESSURE

Information on Dunlop tires, recommended air pressure, and adjustment for suspension comfort.

SHOCK SUSPENSION

Discusses Progressive Suspension shocks and their five performance adjustment settings.

SIDECAR REMOVAL AND REINSTALLATION

Step-by-step instructions for safely removing the sidecar from the motorcycle.

ELECTRICAL

SIDECAR POWER CONNECTOR (sidecar side)

Details pin assignments, colors, and gauge for the sidecar power connector.

TILT Switch Wiring Colors (all models)

Lists wire colors for the TILT switch battery and harness connections for all models.

WIRING LEGEND SIDECAR

Provides a basic legend for sidecar wiring colors: red, green, and black.

BRAKE LIGHTS, RUNNING LIGHTS, RIGHT TURN SIGNAL, BACKUP LIGHT

Explains wiring connections for various motorcycle signals to the sidecar.

CANOPY SWITCH ON BIKE (Daytona Sidecar)

Describes the installation and function of the canopy switch on the Daytona sidecar.

TILT System Wiring

Details the 6 wires in the TILT system and switch mounting for lifting/lowering.

WIRING LEGEND LEGEND SIDECAR

Explains wiring the Legend sidecar to motorcycle brake, tail light, and battery connections.

1996 - 1997 Harley Davidson FLH Hardware Instructions

Figure 1: Rear Mount Installation

Shows rear mount installation starting with the passenger foot rest.

Figure 2: Mount Locations

Illustrates crash bar mount location and lower rear sub-frame attachment.

Figure 3: Sub-frame Connection

Shows bolt connecting upper and lower rear sub-frames.

Lower Front Mount (figure 4)

Instructions for installing the lower front mount to the crash guard and frame.

98-2000 FLH REAR MOUNT

Figure 2: Crash Bar Mount Location

Shows location of crash bar mount under the seat.

Figure 2: Foot Rest Mount Location

Shows location of mount to foot rest bolt.

Figure 3: Frame Bolt Connection

Shows bolt connecting frame to rear sub-frame.

Figure 4: Lower Rear Mount Clamps

Shows clamps and bolts connecting the lower rear mount to the bike frame.

Upper Front Mount (1984 through 2003)

Eye Clamp Assembly

Instructions for installing the eye clamp assembly on the frame tube.

Lower Front Mount (figure 7 & 8)

Instructions for installing the lower front mount using figures 7 and 8.

BRAKES (IF EQUIPPED)

Rear Brake System Diagram (Fig 9)

Diagram of the rear brake master cylinder and banjo bolt connection.

PREPARATION AND MOUNTING PROCEDURES

ATTACHING THE SIDECAR

Details sidecar frame support, measurements, and hardware for installation.

Motorcycle Installation Adjustments

Motorcycle ride height adjustment

How to adjust motorcycle ride height to simulate riding with a sidecar.

Wheel alignment and settings

Explains wheel lead and toe-in measurements and adjustment procedures.

Strut installation and motorcycle lean

Details installing struts and adjusting motorcycle lean for proper alignment.

Final Check and Bleeding

Final checks for torqued fasteners, jam nuts, and brake system bleeding.

Sidecar Alignment Specifications

Figure L, Frame Height & Measurement Points (Daytona/Escort)

Shows correct frame height and measurement points for Daytona and Escort sidecars.

Figure L-1, Frame Height & Measurement Points (Legend)

Shows correct frame height and measurement points for the Legend sidecar.

Figure M, Toe In and Wheel Lead Points

Shows measurement points for toe-in and wheel lead for sidecar alignment.

Harley Davidson Toe In & Wheel Lead Specs

Specific measurements for toe-in and wheel lead on Harley Davidson models.

Mounting Hardware and Struts

Chrome Struts Disassembly

Instructions on how to disassemble or access the jam nut on chrome struts.

Rear Mounting Hardware

Details the 70-degree boss and clamp for rear sidecar mounting.

Front Mounting Hardware

Details the 45-degree boss and clamp, and 3" offset for front mounting.

Steering Damper Installation

Installation Procedure

Instructions for installing a steering damper on the motorcycle fork leg.

Damper Mount Image

Image showing the damper mount on the sidecar frame and motorcycle fork.

DRIVING A SIDECAR

New Owner Driving & Safety Precautions

Essential advice for new sidecar owners on handling, safety, and new habits.

Handling Turns & "Flying the Chair"

Explains handling turns and the phenomenon of the sidecar wheel lifting.

Pulling Sensations & Wheel Wobble

Discusses normal pulling sensations and low-speed wheel-wobble.

Stopping Pull & Sidecar Brake Benefit

Explains the pull to the left when stopping and the benefit of a sidecar brake.

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