what if you just used yhe brace an removed the fender

 

I have an 09 streetglide. I have looked everywhere for a "roland sands" style brace because i like the open wheel look of the front wheel, (and i busted up my front fender). I have a buddy making me one at his metal shop, he has my factory fender, and it should be done any time. I will post pix as soon as its done.

 

If you don't have any problems and it comes out cool, id be willing to invest. When I get it I will probably powder coat it white but I think this will be a good look.

 

See post #9 above. This guy rocks, has CNC machinery,specializes in HD one off custom parts and his prices for a custom parts are very reasonable- cause he loves making custom parts.

 

Per chance have you changed the fork fluid?

Many times that firms up the front end, if surging is your issue?

 

You have to lose the fender to use the RSD fork brace.

http://www.rolandsandsdesignparts.co...px?display=947

This from the Drag Specialties catalog.
They apparently have braces for 19" wheels and 21" wheels.
4th through 7th part in this link.
Pick the one you want, shoot DR VTWIN a PM with the part number for pricing/availability.

http://www.dragspecialties.com/part/...ce&pageSize=20

 

I made a similar brace to the RSD for a bike of mine, many years ago and mounted the mudguard off it. In the case of a dresser I can imagine cutting off the current fork mounting brackets from the stock fender, to provide clearance to install a U-shaped brace similar to the RSD. Would be almost invisible, except for mounting hardware holding on the fender.

An alternative is to fabricate a brace using a pair of U-shaped bent tubes passing over the fender to meet a stiffening bracket off the fender mounting bolts on the forks. Would be more visible, but hey, it's easy here on the keyboard! I had one on an old BMW twin, made by San Jose.

Let us know how you get on!

 

Well you could just make your own that fits under the fender to keep your frontend looking stock. That is what I did for my Road King.