Fork Leg Reflectors
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Fork Leg Reflectors
I'm curious about something and need some input:
I just got my bike back from the dealer following a switch out for chrome lower forks. I'm just noticing this now, but the amber side reflectors are missing. I called the dealer to question and they told me the reflectors are not reinstalled. I have the reflectors on the OEM forks they gave me, but it seems odd that the chrome forks do not have reflectors. Isn't that a DOT safety issue?
Any and all input would be appreciated
Thanks!
I just got my bike back from the dealer following a switch out for chrome lower forks. I'm just noticing this now, but the amber side reflectors are missing. I called the dealer to question and they told me the reflectors are not reinstalled. I have the reflectors on the OEM forks they gave me, but it seems odd that the chrome forks do not have reflectors. Isn't that a DOT safety issue?
Any and all input would be appreciated
Thanks!
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I'm curious about something and need some input:
I just got my bike back from the dealer following a switch out for chrome lower forks. I'm just noticing this now, but the amber side reflectors are missing. I called the dealer to question and they told me the reflectors are not reinstalled. I have the reflectors on the OEM forks they gave me, but it seems odd that the chrome forks do not have reflectors. Isn't that a DOT safety issue?
Any and all input would be appreciated
Thanks!
I just got my bike back from the dealer following a switch out for chrome lower forks. I'm just noticing this now, but the amber side reflectors are missing. I called the dealer to question and they told me the reflectors are not reinstalled. I have the reflectors on the OEM forks they gave me, but it seems odd that the chrome forks do not have reflectors. Isn't that a DOT safety issue?
Any and all input would be appreciated
Thanks!
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Harley sales parts. They are required in VA. State inspection requires them just like brake and headlights. Wire them off or heat gun. Then some quality double stick tape. Or get two new ones. Bet the parts man is not going to give them to you free.
They could possibly save your life. It is possible that a good lawyer could even get a person off even if it looked like they should be in the wrong for running in the side of you. That is what they are for if you were to break down I would think.
They could possibly save your life. It is possible that a good lawyer could even get a person off even if it looked like they should be in the wrong for running in the side of you. That is what they are for if you were to break down I would think.
Last edited by Jackie Paper; Dec 10, 2018 at 05:34 PM.
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A lot of people don't like those reflectors, especially covering their new fork lowers.
Don't know what bike you put them on, but from the 00-13 HD install instructions ...
"For models with fork-mounted reflectors: Using a piece of dental floss (or similar material) in a back and forth motion, loosen the top and bottom of the reflector from the fork slider. Rotate the reflector from side to side until it can be removed. Save the reflector for later assembly. ..."
And,
"Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108 requires motorcycles to be equipped with rear and side reflectors. Be sure rear and side reflectors are properly mounted. Poor visibility of rider to other motorists can result in death or serious injury. (00336b)"
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Don't know what bike you put them on, but from the 00-13 HD install instructions ...
"For models with fork-mounted reflectors: Using a piece of dental floss (or similar material) in a back and forth motion, loosen the top and bottom of the reflector from the fork slider. Rotate the reflector from side to side until it can be removed. Save the reflector for later assembly. ..."
And,
"Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108 requires motorcycles to be equipped with rear and side reflectors. Be sure rear and side reflectors are properly mounted. Poor visibility of rider to other motorists can result in death or serious injury. (00336b)"
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The dealer obviously did not read the instructions.
It is your decision, but I like my clean chrome forks but I have an older Ultra with the reflectors on the fender tip rails.
If you prefer that look, you might check out the Air Wing fender rail for your bike (part # 59600022.)
The catalog shows reflectors with it, but doesnt mention them.
The HD web site mentions them (under Features,) but doesnt show them.
And the instructions do neither, so who knows?
But you might want to check it out as an option.
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It is your decision, but I like my clean chrome forks but I have an older Ultra with the reflectors on the fender tip rails.
If you prefer that look, you might check out the Air Wing fender rail for your bike (part # 59600022.)
The catalog shows reflectors with it, but doesnt mention them.
The HD web site mentions them (under Features,) but doesnt show them.
And the instructions do neither, so who knows?
But you might want to check it out as an option.
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