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Classic Springer Forks 2” Shorter than Stock

Classic Springer Forks 2” Shorter than Stock

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17-443
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2,064.89 €
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The price includes 329.69 € German VAT.
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  • Springer fork »Classic Inline« by Samwel Supplies
  • fits Big Twins
  • internal thread of neck post: 3/4”-14 UNS
  • steel, black, powder-coated, black springs
  • length: 43.5 cm
  • Europe
  • gross weight: 19.66 kg

These are the Inline Springer forks for cool Lowrider projects. They are 2” shorter than the stock versions and will let your bike’s front end look a lot different. All other features match the standard length Classic Springer forks:

  • all brackets for brake anchor, front fender and ride control are there and just like stock.
  • fork stem works with the centering collar (available seperately) for 1936-up ball bearings and also features two Ø1” bearing seats for the use of 1949-up tapered bearings without any modifications. They are not drilled for the 1948→ steering head lock.

Length is measured from axle center line to seat of lower steering head bearing.

Although these Custom forks are intended for 1936-1957 rigid frame Big Twins they can be mounted with later frames, too, provided you have/install matching frame head beariings. The builder has to consider rake, trail, overall chassis geometry, brake function, etc.

Internal Threads on the Upper End of the Legs

For custom riser installation the fork legs have M20x1.5 internal threads at the upper end and accept riser adapter studs or plugs which are available separately; an extra added by the manufacturer which saves you a lot of work and axle grease.

Inline vs. Offset

Classic Springer Forks are produced for different frame rakes.

  • In the beginning, both the main tubes and the steering stem were in the same plane. This is called "inline". The rake is 0°. Of this type were all 45” Springer forks 1936-1957 and all Big Twin forks 1936-1945.
  • From 1946 onwards the Big Twins had the neck angle increased to 30°. To maintain fork inclination and ground clearance, the steering stem was tilted to the rear by 3°. We call these forks Offset -3°, they were stock on 1946-1948 Big Twins.
  • When building a bike with ≥+8” extra long forks you don’t want the steering neck so high and inclined that the bike is difficult to steer. Therefore such forks are manufactured with a positive rake, i.e. the steering stem is inclined to the front by 3°. We call these forks Offset +3°.

The sketch shows the placement of the lateral tubes and steering stem seen from the drivers place. Now it is clear, too, why there have to be three different types of top trees or handlebars for Classich Springer forks.

Parkerized Rockers

As a running change the manufacturer currently changes all black powder-coated rockers to a parkerized finish, as it was original back in the days. For a transition period W&W Cycles will have both types in stock, so if this is important for you, please contact our sales staff and let them know your preference.

These forks are shorter than stock, so it is the builder’s responsibility to check for sufficient ground clearance of exhaust system, controls, footboards, etc.

1.) The pivot point of the brake shackle on the backing plate or caliper bracket must not be positioned vertically above or in front of the wheel axle (driving direction). In this case the moving forces in your fork parallelogram will be reversed and the fork will rebound instead of being compressed when you apply the brake. This will generate very high forces to impact on your rigid fork leg with possible damage.

2.) Caliper bracket or drum brake backing plate must float on the wheel axle. If not, the fork will rebound as well when applying the brake. Result: see above.

Accessories:

18-655

18-655

Centering collar; for Springer fork; fits Big Twin 1936-1948; with Ø 1” at lower end of fork stem; steel; tolerance class: ABEC 1; ID x OD: 25.4 x 36.7 mm; replaces OEM HD 48361-38; NOTE: Centers the lower bearing cup to the steering stem.; gross weight: 20 g
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Bates Fender Mounts

Bates Fender Mounts

Very nice solution for mounting a small custom fender on your Classic Springer fork close to the front tire of 19” or 21” wheels. These clamps with brackets feature a smart design with only two tiny set screws visible. They install in minutes on the spring fork and hold your choice of a custom mudguard. Bolt hole distance on the brackets is 65 mm, with a maximum fender width of 120 mm. With stock FXSTS fenders you get a straightforward bolt-on solution. The selection includes clamps for OEM Springer forks and clamps for W&W Classic Springer and I-Beam forks.
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Bearing Adjuster Nuts for Classic Springer Forks

Bearing Adjuster Nuts for Classic Springer Forks

Accurate reproductions of the bearing adjuster nuts with pressed-on dust shields for Classic Springer forks. The versions for Timken bearings feature bottom faces which are machined flat.
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OEM Style Top Fork Clamps

OEM Style Top Fork Clamps

These top clamps are required when you install handlebar risers directly to your Springerfork legs. The are made like the stock handlebar center piece and thus will maintain a factory appearance.
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Steering Head Bearing Races and Cups for Ball Bearings →1977

Steering Head Bearing Races and Cups for Ball Bearings →1977

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Acorn Steering Head Nuts

Acorn Steering Head Nuts

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Fork Spring Covers

Fork Spring Covers

Chromed covers for all Harley Springer forks from 1931–up.
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Springer Rockercovers

Springer Rockercovers

Authentic reproduction of the rocker covers with Bird logo which was found as original accessories back in the 40's. Fit all 1930–1957 HD Springer forks. Beautifully chrome-plated.
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Bates Riser Adapters

Bates Riser Adapters

Adapters which will allow you to install any custom riser directly on top of the Springer fork side bars with internal M20x1.5 thread. Must be used with custom upper fork clamp that - apart from stabilizing the fork - offer lateral support for the risers, to avoid flexing of the adapters.
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Steering Damper Assemblies Springer Fork

Steering Damper Assemblies Springer Fork

Take the squirrely feeling from springer fork rides and improve handling significantly with one of these stock style steering dampers. Installation requires stock fork stem and frame. Each set comes complete and ready-to-install.
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Bike Station Shock Absorbers for Classic Springer Forks

Bike Station Shock Absorbers for Classic Springer Forks

These small oil/gas shocks replace the inner fork springs and the rods of the front spring fork of stock Springer forks. They support the outer fork springs and provide significantly improved suspension for your front end.
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Nacell Top Plugs for Classic Springer Forks

Nacell Top Plugs for Classic Springer Forks

Custom plugs which fit reproduction springer forks with legs that are threaded at the upper end. Fit W&W Classic Springer and Cannonball I-Beam forks with legs that are threaded at the upper end.
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