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Old Aug 13, 2020 | 11:02 AM
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So recently got into an accident; forks are bent and front end will probably need to be completely replaced (triple may be also bent as there was an issue with the top forks alignment). With this blank canvas what would you guys do? (let's just pretend funds are unlimited)

23" wheel?
Dual Disc Brakes?
Progressive springs?
Lowered Springs?
Black Sliders?
Inverted Forks?
Front End Swap from a different model?


Bike: at it's core is a 2012 Fatboy Lo, but I swapped for a heritage/deluxe fender and 21" fat spoke wheel. I don't mind going back to that look but figured since it's going to get teared down maybe this is the time to let the imagination fruition

Let me know what your dream/ideal/perfect front end is on a TC Softail. Pics would be also great
 

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Old Aug 13, 2020 | 11:52 AM
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Old Aug 14, 2020 | 11:11 AM
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Oooo didn't think of a springer... what's the last year they made them? do they come in 25mm axles?
 
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Old Aug 14, 2020 | 11:13 AM
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My friend had a springer. He spent hours polishing those springs.
Total different path then those dual calipers you are looking at.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2020 | 11:31 AM
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Originally Posted by ChoppingTacos
Oooo didn't think of a springer... what's the last year they made them? do they come in 25mm axles?
2006 was the last year for a non CVO springer...all modern springers a 3/4 axle...but you can get 25mm adapters...

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Think the 2011 Crossbones was the final Springer front end.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2020 | 03:39 PM
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I just want a 21" Breakout front wheel for my Custom, easy to please.
 
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Originally Posted by RIPSAW
My friend had a springer. He spent hours polishing those springs.
Total different path then those dual calipers you are looking at.
good point, definitely prefer a low maintenance option... was thinking of a getting touring model forks. Would they bolt up to a wide glide (non dual) set up? Also would the softail brake caliper bolt on? Kind of want to get her back on the road and salvage what’s left of the riding season but also leave the option to upgrade the MC and dual disc in the future?
 
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