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Fork Gaiters

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by MoeSyzlak, Jul 8, 2007.

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    MoeSyzlak New Member

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    I like the old look and am curious if anyone uses these or knows where I can get them. I know they are made for Triumph Bonnevilles but I'm not sure if those ones are interchangeable.
    T.L.
     
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    Robert Active Member

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    I purchased and used sets from a company called Shock Mate. I have photos of them, including the part number. PM me with your email and I'll shoot you the photos. They work just fine with no mods.
     
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    I'm sure others are wondering so I'll bite the bullet and ask - what's a fork gaiter?
     
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    Okay, I admit it too- I didn't know what a gaiter was till I consulted the web of all knowledge.
     
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    I like the look too and would be interested in a set.

    Gaiters are rubber boots that cover fork tubes. They kind of look like bellows. You used to see them on a lot of bikes, particularly on dirt bikes. The idea was to keep grit and grime out of the seals. Modern seals are a lot better, so you don't see them so much any more.

    I think they add a nice bit of retro styling.

    Gaiters

    Greg
     
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