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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
Last edited by ChopSticks; Aug 13, 2020 at 11:06 AM.
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 whats left of the riding season but also leave the option to upgrade the MC and dual disc in the future?
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