Springer front-end on 08 Night train advice needed
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Springer front-end on 08 Night train advice needed
I'd like to put a springer front end on my 08 NT but am unsure what parts will be needed or any other related work that will need to be done to the bike. Does anyone out there have experience in this area?
Also, I can see many springer front ends available on eBay for good prices but I'm not familiar with all the terminology in the descriptions (eg -2" under). I'm not sure what length I'll need either.
Not being mechanically inclined, I won't be doing the work myself, but would like to have at least most of the parts needed before taking the bike to the garage.
Also, I can see many springer front ends available on eBay for good prices but I'm not familiar with all the terminology in the descriptions (eg -2" under). I'm not sure what length I'll need either.
Not being mechanically inclined, I won't be doing the work myself, but would like to have at least most of the parts needed before taking the bike to the garage.
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It depends on the type springer you buy. Some, you willl need new handlebars or an adapter plate to use standard handlebars. Some are made to use standard handlebars. You will need a new front brake caliper and mount. A 2-under springer is 2" shorter than the stock FX length. If you've lowered the bike, or want to lower it a couple inches, go this route. A 2-over springer, or more, is normally for raked front ends or custom frames with longer front legs. You may or may not need different wheel spacers. Change the steering neck bearing while you're in there.
Any questions, feel free to hollar at me.....
Any questions, feel free to hollar at me.....
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Thanks Tx_Outlaw, that's exactly what I wanted to know. Is there a brand I should be looking at, or should stay away from (in your experience)? The one's on ebay LOOK fine but they don't give a brand-name and they're very cheap when compared with Paughco springers, for example.
Beautiful ride, btw! I'm sure you hear that a lot...
Beautiful ride, btw! I'm sure you hear that a lot...
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Thanks Wilock! The inexpensive ones on ebay are usually DNA brand. I wanted a lot more features for mine, so I paid for them and went with an American Suspension brand. There are members on here who run the DNA, but I do not know anything about them. I have learned that you get what you pay for tho.
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