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Forks brace

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by dirtmax, Feb 25, 2017.

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  1. dirtmax

    dirtmax Member

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    So, I'm planning to put fork brace on since original fender does not fit my front tire/rim conversion (120/90 16). It's for 1982 xj650 Maxim (32mm).

    Did anyone put aftermarket forks brace on?/ knows the measurements on pic right off the bat?? I have bike stored at my friend's place, forgot to measure it...

    Thank you.

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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    There used to be an additional fork brace available from Yamaha (and others), so you might try Ebay and maybe save youself some time.
    I'm sure someone healthier than I can get you the dimensions.
     
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    Ya, I was just looking at something like these (its for Virago tho). Brace seems to be nonadjustable, so I guess I have to be right on the measurements. Does Virago xv535 have same forks as 82 650 Maxim?
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    i think braces like that are more show than go
     
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    Yeah, I think so too Polock. I could design my own tho, something 3/8" thick alum. For now I'm collecting info.
     
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    Something like that maybe? (fits '80 xj650)
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