Fork sleeves

[Black Owl]

A while ago, I mentioned that I had a contact that could make fork sleeves.

You know, those protective covers that fit over the shock plungers to protect them from stones, bugs, etc and keep the crude from tearing up the fork seals.

Well, he never came through for me. So, the other day as said, "What the heck. It can't be that difficult."

So, after a bit of trial and error, here is what I came up with.

They are made from Naugahyde with foam backing and four snaps. They fit around the fork plunger and a loose enough to allow the plunger to slide through .

Total cost, for parts and material (labor don't count) was only $4.50 per set.

[hipshot]

mr owl. very nice work.
they look very similar to the ones on my bike.mine don't snap, they attach with velcro,which runs the full length of the sleeve.
just jt

[a1bummer]

Great idea! Glad I thought of it:whistling:

[hipshot]

question about fork sleeves.
were they an "option", were they custom made,
does anyone else have them on their first gen?
just jt

[Ozark]

Someone needs to get lapryor in on this. He buys the flexible vinyl covers like you used to find on dirt bikes. I think his came from a lawn mower dealer. Have any of you seen his post about them.

[Black Owl]

question about fork sleeves.
were they an "option", were they custom made,
does anyone else have them on their first gen?
just jt

Mine are custom made. I seen some on a scoot every now and then, and I believe you can buy them from some of the leather suppliers.

[TxVenture]

jt, they came standard from the factory. You can still buy them for I think $51.00 ea. from Mama Yama if you so desire. Yours do the same thing only a whole lot less expensive.

Don H.

[hipshot]

thanks don. now i know.
just jt