Springer Forks Custom

Once upon a time when there weren’t any custom parts you could buy from your local shop, the VL fork was a very popular item because it made your Knuckle or Panhead bobber different from the next guy’s scooter. Besides you gained half an inch of length compared to 1936-up Springer forks for improved ground clearance and a more stretched look. Now it’s time to revive those days of the golden 40’s and 50’s with the Cannonball version of H-D’s VL type fork.
Manufactured just like the original, which means I-beams and connecting braces are drop forged on a huge 10 meter forge hammer. This is the only procedure that guarantees these components stand up to the job.
The problems with installing the OEM fork were the large fork stem and the handlebar mounting so the Cannonball fork is modified here. It features a Ø1” fork stem that works with the centering collar (available seperately) for 1936-up ball bearings. Moreover the stem also features two Ø1” bearing seats for the use of Big Twin tapered roller bearings without any modifications. The leg tops accept the 36-up Springer inline handlebars. This makes installation a snap compared to the original counterpart.
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 bearings. The builder has to consider rake, trail, overall chassis geometry, brake function, etc.

Raw, unpainted rigid and spring forks for those who would like to assemble their personal Cannonball I-Beam Springer fork from individual parts.

Distinctive look of the classic Springer fork for custom projects with a choice of standard length to radical Swedish style. With forged stanchions and connecting pieces.

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

Unlike the original replacement versions, there is no mudguard mount on the lower bridge., Due to the trail geometry, versions with an extra length of 8 inches or more have an adjusted positive rake offset of +3°., To ensure that the 16“ and 20” forks retain their spring action, they are supplied with special, slightly extended rockers. These are also drilled for 19 mm axles for use with custom wheels and brakes., Fork stem with two Ø1” bearing seats for the use of 1949-up tapered roller bearings without any modifications,

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.