NJFZ1
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So I decided to install a front fender extender on the bike to keep the header area cleaner. I figured it would also help with keeping rocks and other debris away from the radiator. There are not too many manufacturers of these extenders out there so I went with Pyramid (UK based). Got the part from these guys Jesters Trick Bits. Believe it or not it was cheaper to buy it in the UK than here in the US even with the additional shipping. It came out to $31.97 shipped, but I guess the price will vary a little bit based on the exchange rate when you place the order. Anyway here are the pics of the install:
This what came with the kit. Fender extender and 4 small screws:
Remove front fender. You'll need to remove six bolts (3 per side), which I have circled in yellow. You'll need a 5mm Allen key as well as a 10mm box wrench to hold the nut on the inside of the fender on the back bolt. Should be a 5 minute job at most:
I opted to use a two part epoxy to bond the fender extender to the inside of the fender. I did not want to have to drill my stock fender for the 4 screws. This way if I ever want/need to remove it I can do so and the fender will be just like stock.
Washed inside of fender with dish detergent and roughed up the inside of it and the mounting surface of the extender with 60 grit sandpaper so the epoxy would adhere better:
I left the double sided tape in place to help hold it while the epoxy cured, but in retrospect that wasn't a good idea because it didn't allow me to move it around to get the best fit.
Finished product:
Don't worry if you get a little epoxy on the paint. It will not really adhere since it's a slick finish. I got a little on there and it came right off with some spray polish and a terry towel.
This what came with the kit. Fender extender and 4 small screws:
Remove front fender. You'll need to remove six bolts (3 per side), which I have circled in yellow. You'll need a 5mm Allen key as well as a 10mm box wrench to hold the nut on the inside of the fender on the back bolt. Should be a 5 minute job at most:
I opted to use a two part epoxy to bond the fender extender to the inside of the fender. I did not want to have to drill my stock fender for the 4 screws. This way if I ever want/need to remove it I can do so and the fender will be just like stock.
Washed inside of fender with dish detergent and roughed up the inside of it and the mounting surface of the extender with 60 grit sandpaper so the epoxy would adhere better:
I left the double sided tape in place to help hold it while the epoxy cured, but in retrospect that wasn't a good idea because it didn't allow me to move it around to get the best fit.
Finished product:
Don't worry if you get a little epoxy on the paint. It will not really adhere since it's a slick finish. I got a little on there and it came right off with some spray polish and a terry towel.