Front End I.D.
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From: Assonet MA
Front End I.D.
I need to know for sure weather I have a Showa or a Kayaba front end on my '74XLH. Are there any difinitive markings on the lower legs? I am looking to replace the tubes and perhaps pick up some replacement lower legs.
I was hoping to do this without tearing it down to see what the tubes look like at the slider end. Keep it rolling while I gather the parts.
I have no reason to believe it is not Kayaba but I want to be sure.
Thanks,
Bucaman
I was hoping to do this without tearing it down to see what the tubes look like at the slider end. Keep it rolling while I gather the parts.
I have no reason to believe it is not Kayaba but I want to be sure.
Thanks,
Bucaman
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From: 500 miles south from Artic Circle
I'd say that they are Kayaba by 80% ... Shova has casting just below drain plug what says "SHOVA" (between drain plug and axel ) It might be also that someone has polish those legs and removed those markings ...
Last edited by sepixlh; May 12, 2009 at 12:25 AM.
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From: Heart of Dixie
If it's the original front end, it should be a Kayaba. Those were used in '73 and '74. From '75-on should be Showa. It's hard to describe, but the Kayaba lower legs have a more pronounced "step" or ridge around the lower leg between the boot and reflector boss. The Showa lower leg has almost a smooth taper in this area. The Kayaba boots are "taller", too, so if you have a known Showa front end to compare yours to, these spotting distinctions may help.
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Bike was almost original, king tank, mustang seat, new handlebar, evosport front fender and fork brace.
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