"C" vs. "R"

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Feb 9, 2009 | 01:08 AM

bmorebhoy

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"C" vs. "R"

Does the XL Custom have more rake than the Roadster?
Comparing photos is a bit tough but it looks different. If it does, is the rake made up in the head tube or the triple-tree?

Thanks.

Feb 9, 2009 | 07:26 AM

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I would rather have the roadster for the dual disk brakes,fatter front tire and cast wheels,you could always change other stuff pretty cheap.

Feb 9, 2009 | 07:56 AM

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The rake on the 1200C is 30.1 whereas the 1200R is 29.6.

Feb 9, 2009 | 12:37 PM

bmorebhoy

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Thanks, Crapshooter.
But do you know if the rake comes from a different head tube angle in the frame or a different triple tree?
I ask because I have a 1200 Roadster and am looking for a triple tree to powdercoat black and a fellow has a C triple tree for sale.

All the best,

Feb 9, 2009 | 12:41 PM

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I'm sure I'm correct in saying that the rake differences are due the rear shock hgt. and not the head tube or trees at all. Taller rear such as a roadster has = steeper head angle thus less rake, shorter rear like the customs with stock hgt. forks = more head angle thus more rake.

The trees are identical for each.