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Aftermarket Spinger Forks
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seadog Full Member
Joined: Jul 10, 2007 Posts: 15 Location: Denver/Grand Junction CO
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Posted: December 27, 2007, 7:02 am Post subject: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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I was browsing the site a couple of weeks ago looking for info on spinger forks for my bobber project, I saw a post that directed me to "Outlaw Choppers" on Ebay. The post said that they carried the forks and that the 2 under forks would fit. But now I can't find that post anywhere. I found the Ebay site and they have the forks for a great price-$329. But they are for Harleys with 1" neck bearings and 3/4" axle. How can I make this fit my '81? Are there any other places that carry Springers for an XS?
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Toytrk85 Full Member
Joined: Jun 24, 2007 Posts: 16 Location: North Jersey
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Posted: December 27, 2007, 4:28 pm Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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Just pick up a 2" under DNA springer for a harley. It will work on your xs with a little work. If you order it from Outlaw Cycles on ebay I'm pretty sure it comes with the 1" Harley bearings, if you get the springer elsewhere you will need to order a set (or pick up a set of 1" trailer bearings, they are the same but cheaper). You will also need to purchase a set of xs650 tapered bearings (mikesxs.net). And also 3 1"ID/1.5"OD machine bushings as a shim for the bottom of the neck since the lower bearing is recessed on the xs and otherwise the bearing will not sit properly in the lower race.
You will use the xs650 races and the 1" bearings only. You'll be amazed how they match up (A guy on another board realized this and I know I am very grateful). Once the bearings are in you will also need to modify the stem nut and the upper plate. the stem nut needs to be cut/milled in half (you only want to use the threaded end, you'll see what I mean when you receive it). The XS neck is longer than the harley neck and removing this 3/4 of an inch makes up the difference. The upper plate will also need to be widened a bit but I have heard of guys just cutting the dust shield on top so they dont have to mill the top plate.
Dont forget the issues with risers, front wheel, speedo drive unit and a front brake setup before you order. All things need to be considered. If you have any other questions let me know.
Nick
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seadog Full Member
Joined: Jul 10, 2007 Posts: 15 Location: Denver/Grand Junction CO
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Posted: December 27, 2007, 5:23 pm Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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Hey thanks for the info Nick- I'll probably have more questions on this as I am a complete rookie at this. My Brother, who a custom Hot Rod builder is helping learn the ropes on this. I'll have him go over this and then send any further questions your way. Ok to PM you?
Thanks again-clarified alot for me
Seadog
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Toytrk85 Full Member
Joined: Jun 24, 2007 Posts: 16 Location: North Jersey
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Posted: December 28, 2007, 7:13 am Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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Yeah man, let me know and feel free to even e-mail me at Toytrk85 at aol dot com. I'm more than happy to pass on any info I have. I tried to post a pic but they were much to large. I have them on my myspace under the same name (you can prob search the email addy and find the page). Let me know
Nick
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seadog Full Member
Joined: Jul 10, 2007 Posts: 15 Location: Denver/Grand Junction CO
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Posted: March 7, 2008, 3:05 am Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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Hey Nick,
I'm FINALLY getting started on this Bobber build- Many delays from weather, budget, work etc. I'll post some pics next week after I start tearing down.
I've been looking at the springers from Outlaw Cycles on ebay. The bearings/races they include aren't the loose bearings that came out of my '81. They are the tapered roller bearings like the ones Mike'sXS sells. Also they are too large to fit inside my neck. (according to the info from OutlawCycles). So here are my questions.
Does the Distance between the top and bottom plate on the springer fit the neck on my '81?
Could the stock shaft be used- (is it long enough?) by enlarging the hole in the bottom plate on the springer and using the tapered bearings from MikesXS?
Thanks for all your help and input.
seadog
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calicruiser Full Member
Joined: Aug 10, 2007 Posts: 190 Location: colorado springs, co
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Posted: March 9, 2008, 3:33 am Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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yo seadog, i did them same thing that toy advised you to do above. works like a charm. here is my xs with a 2" under DNA springer front end.
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76xs Full Member
Joined: Feb 16, 2007 Posts: 54 Location: Susanville Ca
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Posted: March 15, 2008, 8:02 pm Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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Thats a sharp looking bike! How much did you pay for the springer and where can i purchase one. Thanks
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calicruiser Full Member
Joined: Aug 10, 2007 Posts: 190 Location: colorado springs, co
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Posted: March 16, 2008, 1:16 pm Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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I bought it off ebay. Just search for a 2" under DNA springer front end. THere is some millwork that needs to be done to make it fit. lemme know if you need any more info!
josh
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seadog Full Member
Joined: Jul 10, 2007 Posts: 15 Location: Denver/Grand Junction CO
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Posted: March 16, 2008, 2:31 pm Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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Josh, Beautiful bike! Thanks for the info, but can you post a pic of the neck showing the millwork that was done? That would give me clearer picture (sorry no pun intended) of what I'm trying to achieve.
Thanks, Seadog
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evol777 Full Member
Joined: Jan 28, 2008 Posts: 16
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Posted: March 16, 2008, 6:25 pm Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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i just purchased a DNA springer... which is the dust shield/cap? - thanks
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bulldog1980 650Rider Supporter
Joined: Mar 28, 2007 Posts: 175
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Posted: March 16, 2008, 6:54 pm Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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calicrusier, I love the look of that bike .. I haven't decided if I want to go that route.
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Toytrk85 Full Member
Joined: Jun 24, 2007 Posts: 16 Location: North Jersey
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Posted: March 17, 2008, 2:17 am Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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Josh, love the bike! Here's how mine's comin along, gotta finish the front brake, forward controls, and the rear brake/sprocket/spacers, then rewire her.
Nick
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jayel 650Rider Supporter
Joined: Apr 16, 2006 Posts: 3417 Location: SE Iowa 1974 TX650A
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Posted: March 17, 2008, 9:00 am Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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I luv XS & (japanese choppers) you can park a small SUV in the space between the back of the motor and the rear wheel, saves garage space lol---- best place to park a chopper? in front of a D-9 Cat
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76xs Full Member
Joined: Feb 16, 2007 Posts: 54 Location: Susanville Ca
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Posted: March 19, 2008, 1:44 pm Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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Thats a nice bike also Nick. I think i like the black springer better.
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calicruiser Full Member
Joined: Aug 10, 2007 Posts: 190 Location: colorado springs, co
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Posted: March 23, 2008, 1:38 pm Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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thanks for the comps on the bike. she should be done within the next month. The dust cap is a chrome cap that comes with the springer. I think it is the only thing that looks like a cap. I cut the dust cap so it let the top tree sit down on the neck. I also had to cut down the locking nut in about half to let the top tree sit down properly. that is about it. pretty easy if you have the tools.
yo jayel, you havent seen the old tiumph chops and bobs then cause the same space you are talking about is there;) I am putting a battery in there to fill up that space.
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jayel 650Rider Supporter
Joined: Apr 16, 2006 Posts: 3417 Location: SE Iowa 1974 TX650A
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Posted: March 23, 2008, 3:51 pm Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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yeah I should have added them also as you might guess I'm not a chopper fan and it's even funnier why people will put a built motor into something that won't handle in the first place a stock motor will give you all you want with that setup but the bike does look well crafted, what ever trips your trigger I guess
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LDO107 Full Member
Joined: Jul 15, 2009 Posts: 63 Location: Pensacola Florida
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Posted: July 29, 2009, 5:52 pm Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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calicruiser wrote: |
yo seadog, i did them same thing that toy advised you to do above. works like a charm. here is my xs with a 2" under DNA springer front end.
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That looks sweet Josh!
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royfisk Full Member
Joined: May 24, 2006 Posts: 1597 Location: winchester, new hampshire usa
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Posted: July 29, 2009, 6:12 pm Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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Gee jayel a d9 cat? what you got against homemade handcrafted motorcycles that you would put it in front of a bull dozer??? There are people out there who dont like big bulky baggers but there not doing that to them.. Me I never met a motorcycle I couldnt find something I like about it. These are nice bikes and I have recently thought about a springer bike too, only not chopper nor bobber style, more like vintage style.
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gordonscott Full Member
Joined: May 06, 2009 Posts: 304
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Posted: July 30, 2009, 6:25 am Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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I,m with you Roy, I can appreciate the hard work people put into these rides even if it’s not my style. Bikes pictured here are coming out great and it does take a LOT of work! Some people don't understand chopper building, for most the reward is in the doing of it, not the finished bike My chopper is on ebay now and some are shocked I'm selling it! It's been sooooooo much fun to own but it's finished, nothing more to do? So I start again..... p.s. looks like I'll be changing my little picture
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blackwidow Full Member
Joined: Apr 11, 2009 Posts: 394 Location: Colorado
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Posted: August 1, 2009, 5:04 pm Post subject: Re: Aftermarket Spinger Forks |
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gordonscott wrote: |
I,m with you Roy, I can appreciate the hard work people put into these rides even if it’s not my style. Bikes pictured here are coming out great and it does take a LOT of work! Some people don't understand chopper building, for most the reward is in the doing of it, not the finished bike My chopper is on ebay now and some are shocked I'm selling it! It's been sooooooo much fun to own but it's finished, nothing more to do? So I start again..... p.s. looks like I'll be changing my little picture
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I had alot of fun building my bike but I also have more fun riding it the joy of riding down the street in something I wrenched on and around my town people don't know too much and their jaw dropped when they seen me
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