Fork Brace

[Anonymous]

Would this be a recommended mod for an 83' GS1100E?

[Anonymous]

Yes, had one on my '82 1100E, liked it very much. I recommend the ones made by Telifix.
Axel

[Anonymous]

A fork brace is a very nice addition and I would reccommend it also. My friend with an 1100ed has one also also but it is a bolt-on affair; it doesn't clamp on the lower legs. It's from a small company from back in the 80's called "The Ultimate Source" and they made fork braces for different makes that bolted on where your fender bolts on and looped up over your fender. Basically it's 2 pieces of chrome moly tubing bent with roughly 1/8"
plate for mounts. I'm borrowing his when we lay up the old girls for the snowy season and i'll be making a copy for mine. I'd be happy to give you the exact dimensions and you could get it made yourself. I think the origionals went for around $100 us back in the day and I know I can build one for alot less than that. Idea??Or no.

Jon Kram
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81 GS750EX and proud of it!!

[Anonymous]

Fork Brace

I'd like to find one for my GS1100G, got any ideas where one could be found?

[Anonymous]

I'd like to find one for my GS1100G, got any ideas where one could be found?

Yes, Telefix fork braces can be purchased from www.spec2.com. They don't show a listing for the GS1100G but they do for the GS850G, I think it's the same.
Axel

[Anonymous]

fork brace

Hi Axel

I do not really understand how a fork brace would improve my bike's handling. If the fork legs flex, wouldn't having a brace just have ensure that they flex together? Perhaps I am confused as to how a brace works as I have never seen one on a bike.

Thanks,

Patrick

[Anonymous]

By connecting the two sliders together the brace will reduce the amount of twist that takes place between the handlebars and front wheel. You can see what I'm talking about if you hold the front wheel tight between your knees and try to turn the bars. Without the brace you'll be able to see quite a bit of deflection. With the brace it'll be much more rigid. The real benefit of having the brace is a more precise steering feel and trust me that's a good thing. I just wish there was an easy (cheap) way of getting rid of all the flex in these frames and swing arms. Now if you were to combine the brace with some suspension upgrades and quality tires you could have a pretty fair handling machine.
Axel

[Anonymous]

fork brace

Hi Axel

Thank you for such a precise and clear explanation. I have never tried to flex the forks but will try it this weekend.

I have always been impressed with the bike's handling but then again I have not ridden a bike with a brace to have anything to compare it to.

Thanks again.


Patrick

[Bert Patterson]

Fork Brace

Nothing to add on the explanation, but I noticed several differences after adding a brace. More stability in high-speed sweepers - holds a line better, quicker steering response, and much easier low-speed handling (like around a parking lot). I got a forged one off ebay but it didn't fit my bike - only $21 so I just tossed in the parts corner. Ended up getting one from spec2 (Telefix) for $129. Goes on in 5 minutes and is probably worth it. I ride pretty hard - as hard as my centerstand will allow. Those more gentle souls may not see an improvement.

[Anonymous]

Bert

Thanks for the information. I will try to find one over the winter. I may need it in my quest for summer hogs. It sounds like it will be worth having.

Regards,


Patrick

[SqDancerLynn1]

I bought one on ebay adv for GS1000 fit fine on my GS850

[Anonymous]

I just got one off e-bay for 10 bucks..It looks good to me....I have yet to install it though...I am not sure at what height it goes on