If I got deperate enough I suppose I could weld up something from a couple 1 3/4" pipe clamps, but I was thinking there must be some other bikes out there with thick forks. If there is a Harley model with them that would just about guarantee there is an aftermarket fork ear made for it by someone.
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I am removing the frame mounted fairing from my GK for a trip this June. I need a set of fork ears to mount a headlight. The only ones I have found on the web are too small--up to 38mm. The GK fork is about 43mm.
If I got deperate enough I suppose I could weld up something from a couple 1 3/4" pipe clamps, but I was thinking there must be some other bikes out there with thick forks. If there is a Harley model with them that would just about guarantee there is an aftermarket fork ear made for it by someone.Believe in truth. To abandon fact is to abandon freedom.
Nature bats last.
80 GS850G / 2010 Yamaha Majesty / 81 GS850GTags: None
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gke84
big fork ears for a gk
go to google and write in old bike barn.click lighting,then brackets,they have them for 41mm forks which you have on your gk.i got them for mine,the only thing you will have to do is drill holes if you want to install flashers.
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Originally posted by dpep View PostI am removing the frame mounted fairing from my GK for a trip this June. I need a set of fork ears to mount a headlight. The only ones I have found on the web are too small--up to 38mm. The GK fork is about 43mm.
If I got deperate enough I suppose I could weld up something from a couple 1 3/4" pipe clamps, but I was thinking there must be some other bikes out there with thick forks. If there is a Harley model with them that would just about guarantee there is an aftermarket fork ear made for it by someone.
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Originally posted by gke84 View Postgo to google and write in old bike barn.click lighting,then brackets,they have them for 41mm forks which you have on your gk.i got them for mine,the only thing you will have to do is drill holes if you want to install flashers.Believe in truth. To abandon fact is to abandon freedom.
Nature bats last.
80 GS850G / 2010 Yamaha Majesty / 81 GS850G
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MissFabulous
Don, I talked this over with a few parts vendors at swap meets (read: Harley folks). An option I am told is top (or is it bottom?) mounted lights that mount to the triple trees. I haven't tried this yet, and not sure how it's done, but I am told there are advantages and disadvantages to it.
Disadvantage: they can loosen up over time with road vibration
Advantage: You can adjust them for different conditions like fog any time you please.
So far, in my searches, I haven't found any ears over 38 mm, either, but I'll check out these links, too. Thanks for bringing the question up!
Trip in June? What might that be??? :-DLast edited by Guest; 04-16-2007, 12:37 AM.
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Originally posted by MissFabulous View PostDon, I talked this over with a few parts vendors at swap meets (read: Harley folks). An option I am told is top (or is it bottom?) mounted lights that mount to the triple trees. I haven't tried this yet, and not sure how it's done, but I am told there are advantages and disadvantages to it.
Disadvantage: they can loosen up over time with road vibration
Advantage: You can adjust them for different conditions like fog any time you please.
So far, in my searches, I haven't found any ears over 38 mm, either, but I'll check out these links, too. Thanks for bringing the question up!
Trip in June? What might that be??? :-D
The ears at old bike barn will fit. It looks like you have to drop your forks to mount them. And $45 aint cheap for something to use one time. I will look for the top/bottom mounts you mention and let you know what I learn.Believe in truth. To abandon fact is to abandon freedom.
Nature bats last.
80 GS850G / 2010 Yamaha Majesty / 81 GS850G
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MissFabulous
Originally posted by dpep View PostWell, I will be able to report on the effectiveness of whatever I end up using when I arrive at your barn. Loosening from vibration is not a big worry as I only need it hold for a thousand miles or so, all Interstate.
The ears at old bike barn will fit. It looks like you have to drop your forks to mount them. And $45 aint cheap for something to use one time. I will look for the top/bottom mounts you mention and let you know what I learn.
I'm in no rush with the GK, it's going to be my special project that I customize along the way, at a pace that free time and ideas allow.
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Grandpa
Originally posted by dpep View PostI am removing the frame mounted fairing from my GK for a trip this June. I need a set of fork ears to mount a headlight. The only ones I have found on the web are too small--up to 38mm. The GK fork is about 43mm.
If I got deperate enough I suppose I could weld up something from a couple 1 3/4" pipe clamps, but I was thinking there must be some other bikes out there with thick forks. If there is a Harley model with them that would just about guarantee there is an aftermarket fork ear made for it by someone.
By doing this, you'll be able to use regular fork ears.
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Originally posted by Grandpa View PostDon, another alternative is to do what I did after my Bambicide 5 years ago. I got a triple tree from my parts bin, an old GS850 triple tree. Got some GS850 forks from a friend, and now my GK has an 850 front end, which works fine. The triple tree fit perfectly in the frame. I also needed an 850 fender to go with the narrower gap between the forks. The same GK calipers are on, but with GS850 mounting bolts.
By doing this, you'll be able to use regular fork ears.
NBelieve in truth. To abandon fact is to abandon freedom.
Nature bats last.
80 GS850G / 2010 Yamaha Majesty / 81 GS850G
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Grandpa
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