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Message started by TVR on 01/06/07 at 09:53:38

Title: TKat Fork Brace
Post by TVR on 01/06/07 at 09:53:38

Received the Tkat Fork Brace. It was a very easy install. He didn't act like he would be making more of them, but I think if he had sufficient interest, he would reconsider. $90 bucks including shipping.
TKats website (http://www.tkat.com/forkbrace.html)

These are images of my install:

Fork Brace 1 (http://home.swbell.net/tvr101//savage/TKATBrace1.jpg)

Fork Brace 2 (http://home.swbell.net/tvr101//savage/TKATBrace2.jpg)

Fork Brace 3 (http://home.swbell.net/tvr101//savage/TKATBrace3.jpg)

Fork Brace 4 (http://home.swbell.net/tvr101//savage/TKATBrace4.jpg)

I won't be able to comment on performance until I get my new carb installed, but it feels really solid.

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by TheFid on 01/06/07 at 10:08:01

It looks good. A real profesional job.

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by allan on 01/06/07 at 10:13:30

yep looks good

allan

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by smokey02 on 01/06/07 at 12:41:20

I've had my Tkat since August, love it, keeps a straighter line on the freeway, and when I hit those tar snakes, the wobble has been reduced to just an up and down motion, no more side to side sensation.
http://w2.bikepics.com/pics/2006%5C12%5C03%5Cbikepics-738236-full.jpg

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by barry68v10 on 01/07/07 at 03:40:47

I sent the guy an email, so I'll let you know how he responds. $90 sure beats the snot out of $155+shipping for a superbrace... Also, he designs his to clear the fender, not sure if the superbrace does by looking at the pictures, although I don't remember anyone here mentioning that either way.

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by justin_o_guy on 01/07/07 at 05:45:08

I am buying Reelthings Superbrace. Gonna cost a bit more than $90.00. It will have the fork protectors on it. He said when he pulled it off it had done some damage to the paint on the fender, so I guess Superbrace may need some extra care during install or pay the consequences.

Did you straddle the front end & twist the bars before you installed the brace? I have done that. It's pretty revealing. I will do it again before I install the brace & right after to see how much difference it makes. Well, unless I get all excited & forget.

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by babbalou on 01/07/07 at 09:59:16

I've been happy with Tkat's fork brace too, especially for fast, bumpy corners. Keeps the front tire on the road & feels more stable. You can get a nice shine on it with #1000 grit sandpaper. I'd put masking tape around the fork seals first though, to keep the metal dust out.

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by Max_Morley on 01/07/07 at 11:25:26

Yes Tkat fork brace works and even clear the HD fender I have on the front of mine. It would be easy to ril and tap the bracket for ome fork seak protectors. I was using some designed for an off road bike. Velcro and some wet suit type material that worked fine. Max

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by barb36jack31 on 01/07/07 at 14:26:15

Man, am I impressed with you guys that can take and load up such great pics! I really lets the rest of us see the install as it really is.

Thanks for the time and effort to share with us.

Jack H.

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by john1652 on 01/07/07 at 14:48:43

hey those are reqally nice super job on the fab. but why do so many of us use the fork brace/ AM i MISSING SOMETHINF? That brace looks very sturdy. why do we need em. john

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by Dr_Jim on 01/07/07 at 17:46:45

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by barry68v10 on 01/21/07 at 11:08:10

Hey guys, got an email back from tkat who made/makes a fork brace for $90 including shipping. He said he's discontinued the line due to the underwhelming response for the Savage. If he gets a surge now, he may reconsider.

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by TVR on 01/21/07 at 16:38:35

Rode mine today for the first time since I've installed the brace. I sure liked how tight it felt.

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by albb6 on 01/22/07 at 13:27:47

I e-mailed the guy yesterday that does the fork braces and got a reply today that he probably won't make any more of these ever but if he does, he will keep me posted. Doesn't sound too promising.

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by barry68v10 on 01/22/07 at 14:05:35

I was afraid of that... :(

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by klx650sm2002 on 01/23/07 at 00:40:35

On both 125&350LC's I had tubular steel fork braces, also had steering dampers on both.
Clive W :D

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by TVR on 01/25/07 at 20:29:22

Okay, not making a pitch for this brace, but I highly recommend a brace. Prior to installing the brace, 70 mph came with a lot of vibration. Drove yesterday and today at 70-75 and noticeably less vibration. I highly recommend a brace if highway speeds rattle your fillings a bit. Cornering is firmer too, but the reduction in vibration is worth the price.

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by Savage_Rob on 01/26/07 at 05:28:58

I have no doubt Tkat's fork brace is a quality piece of craftsmanship but it appears he may not make them any longer. I believe he made one run at the request of a member here and then had very slow progress trying to actually sell them, even though they were less expensive than the SuperBrace (http://www.superbrace.com/). I definitely recommend some make of fork brace. I have been very happy with my SuperBrace (http://www.superbrace.com/).

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by Five_Points on 01/26/07 at 05:40:41

Thanks for the link, I was just going to ask what our other options were since Tkat no longer made ours

Title: Re: TKat Fork Brace
Post by Savage_Rob on 01/26/07 at 05:55:36

If I remember correctly, SuperBrace (http://www.superbrace.com/) charged a flat S/H fee of $10 per order. That said, if you consider purchasing the stainless fork protectors, you may want to order them at the same time so they only cost an additional $25 instead of $35.