ZL900/ZL1000 Fork Braces for sale [Archive]

tmdoth

12-22-2008, 02:39 AM

OK, I gave up on the commitment lists required by the various manufacturers and have covered a production run of braces for us. These braces are similar to the ones advertised by Greg from the ZRX forum as he is the one that made these ones for us.

The cost of the braces is $130 USD within North America, this includes: the 5-piece brace, all necessary hardware to install, as well as colour installation instructions. Anywhere else the cost is $140 (ie. UK and AUS). Payments through Paypal and via Money order are both accepted.... if it is money order please understand that it will take a while to be received (please note that there is NO time limit that it must be recieved by. When it arrives, it arrives, that is when the brace is sent out). Shipping is being handled by zlMark who has graciously offered his help, this is helping to keep the costs of shipping down to a minimum and also to speed up availability of the braces.

The pictures below show the brace installed on both the 900 and the 1000 (courtesy of zlMark), it will not fit the ZL600. The ZL600 has smaller fork lowers. The finish on it is aluminum, it was done this way because it best compliments all of the colour schemes of these bikes, plus if desired the new owner of the brace can then go and get it powder-coated or polished to his/her liking at a very reasonable price.

Any questions or desires for an order just send me(tmdoth) a PM (http://www.zl-oa.com/forums/private.php?do=newpm).

Benefits of the fork brace are:

Reduces low and high speed wobbles.
Improves stability in tight cornering.
Improves tire life and reduces cupping.
Decreases sensitivity to rough road surfaces and rain grooves.
Ten minute easy installation.
Competition proven by world class racers.
Fork Flex is the main reason a rider incurs speed wobbles, unstable handling, road sensitivity problems and tire cupping. The fork brace eliminates fork flex and allows the fork assembly to cycle in straight line.

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CHRIS

12-22-2008, 09:35 AM

they look great on your zl's mark !!!! now i just have to come up with a few extra $$$$$ to get a few for mine !!!! thanks again fella's they look awesome !!!!!!! CHRIS

zub

12-22-2008, 09:58 AM

i believe the diametre of the ZL6 forks are about 1mm thinner than 900/1000 forks. i will go check tonight to confirm.

CHRIS

12-22-2008, 11:41 AM

i believe the diametre of the ZL6 forks are about 1mm thinner than 900/1000 forks. i will go check tonight to confirm. zub, you are correct. they are a little smaller, but not sure how much !!!! CHRIS

SandstoneSmitty

12-22-2008, 05:38 PM

Those do look great!

Please assist me in understanding the functional benefit of adding these beauties to the â€˜Lil Girlâ€™, ZL-900.

rkerg

12-22-2008, 06:03 PM

Those do look great!

Please assist me in understanding the functional benefit of adding these beauties to the ‘Lil Girl’, ZL-900.

I think that they are supposed to cut down on the famous ZL front wheel wobble that can happen when taking curves at speed.

BTW, kudos to TM for taking the initiative and having these made. They look very nice IMHO.

zlMark

12-22-2008, 06:04 PM

Those do look great!

Please assist me in understanding the functional benefit of adding these beauties to the â€˜Lil Girlâ€™, ZL-900.Check the first post again :thumbsup:

zlMark

12-22-2008, 06:08 PM

MachIV

12-22-2008, 07:03 PM

I've known Greg for a few years and have a few of his products on one
of my ZRXs,including a fork brace.
He makes good stuff and if I had factory ZL forks I'd be buying one.

acp

12-23-2008, 03:21 AM

I am definitely interested in getting one, but I'm going to have to wait for a couple of weeks before I know if I've got enough money to buy it. I'll get back to you.

Bacchus

12-23-2008, 07:50 AM

looks spot on perfect!!! Ill definately take one!

how bout a separate post discribing the process you guys went through to get this product on line?

good job guys! the elusive fork brace has been created!!

how many did you guys make?

what other products are you currently making?

markus56

12-23-2008, 10:44 AM

As ZLMark has pointed out to me, these braces do go very well with the "brushed" finish on the fork lowers but I'm putting my first brace on a ZL1000 & I will polish the first one to go with the chrome front fender. I'm buying three more after the 1st of the year for the rest of the stable so get 'em while they're HOT!!!!!!!! Bachuss is doing my polishing in case others are going that way. Great to see these fork braces become reallity!!! Thanks and Group Cheers go out to Tmdoth & ZLMark for Gettin' 'er Done!!!!!!!!!! Mark:thumbsup:

MachIV

12-23-2008, 10:49 AM

Just remember who started it all and was shot down
by the Rick Maker brick brace fans.
Hahahaha...

CHRIS

12-23-2008, 02:15 PM

should have the money for at least one set (hopefully 2 sets) after i get home from my trip out to arizona ! depends on how much i spend hanging out with bacchus !!!!

BTW, bacchus, i will be heading out that way soon ! my friend is already out there, & i have to finish packing up her furniture, sell a few things that are not going, & lock up her house. do not have an exact date as of yet, but i can tell you, it will definately be between now & the end of feb. CHRIS

tmdoth

12-23-2008, 09:45 PM

Just remember who started it all and was shot down
by the Rick Maker brick brace fans.
Hahahaha...

Trust me, I have read all brace related posts and can definitely say that there are a few people who have spent a lot of time trying to get a few projects on the go for everyone. You alone are getting a few gems going such as the chin scoop and airbox covers. Thanks for those and trying to get the brace started over at KERA. Glad to see this is a newer group than the last forum, with all the right people carrying over.

GGRA

12-23-2008, 10:45 PM

Wow, that looks AWESOME! :headbang: Way to be tm and Mark!
I hope I can convince the wife to spend the money!

"But honey, it'll make the bike much safer at 100+mph" I may have to work on it...

Bacchus

12-24-2008, 07:56 AM

"it's a must have safety item baby, besides I've allready paid for it"

three cheers for all of those involved in making this happen !!

MachIV

12-24-2008, 02:11 PM

Trust me,you'll notice a difference.
I did after installing one on my ZRX.

Prostreet

12-24-2008, 08:58 PM

I'll second that with my zzr1200 brace.Its like the forks are armour plated.

Stormy

12-29-2008, 04:54 AM

What with the current exchange rates, USD to AUD, it'll cost me $202.96

Way out of my price range, but thanks for all your efforts, guys.

Mick.

MachIV

12-29-2008, 09:27 AM

What with the current exchange rates, USD to AUD, it'll cost me $202.96

Way out of my price range, but thanks for all your efforts, guys.

Mick.

I just bought gauges there on ebay for my ZX14.
$520 Au delivered wound up being $363.98 US.

CHRIS

12-29-2008, 10:59 AM

i received 1 brace, & i love it !!!!! looks awesome !!!! thanks for all the time & efforts involved tmdoth, & zlmark. i will be definately buying at least 1 or 2 more as soon as i get some extra cash ! CHRIS

MachIV

12-29-2008, 11:02 AM

CHRIS

12-29-2008, 11:18 AM

Well,get yer a$$ out there and do the 1st ride report. i will soon enough. Eleanor is not leaving the comforts of my dining room until i leave for arizona (very soon) to ride with bacchus . CHRIS

tmdoth

12-29-2008, 03:20 PM

What with the current exchange rates, USD to AUD, it'll cost me $202.96

Way out of my price range, but thanks for all your efforts, guys.

Mick.

If the exchange rate changes in your favour, or you can figure out a really cheap way to get it to you (ie. US relatives visiting) I am more than happy to hold on to one for you as long as I can.

Bacchus

12-29-2008, 09:04 PM

I recieved my fork brace today....

fits my zl like a glove..
looks awesome on the bike..

very impressed with this fork brace
first rate production quality
solid, light weight, stylish modern design
not a brick!

looks like it belongs on a zl...definately

A new must have, buy it now! --Item in my book--you wont be dissapointed!

zub

12-29-2008, 09:09 PM

i would love to get one but exchange rate is not being a happy bunny at the mo, so i will wait a while. about 6 months back this would have cost me about Â£70, now it'll cost me over Â£95+ !!!

zlMark

12-29-2008, 10:31 PM

markus56

12-30-2008, 08:34 AM

I'm ordering two more today while supply lasts so get 'em while they're hot guys!!!:pistols:Mark

AZBones

12-30-2008, 02:28 PM

My Fork Braces arrived yesterday,and I want to say they are a fine piece of work.I want to thank Mark ,Richard,and anyone else that took the Bit and got them out the door.
Bones

FastKatanaBoy

01-02-2009, 06:25 AM

I ordered mine today!
Did someone say there is a "chin scoop" and "air bix cover" for the Zl1000?

Bacchus

01-02-2009, 08:11 AM

"New" Fork brace test ride report.

ok, to my way of thinking a fork brace is kinda an extreeme use part that is mostly benifiting performance during unexpected emergency or high performance riding situations.
I have now changed this perspective.

obviously if your cornering at 100+ mph a fork brace is a good thing to have as standard equipment as a perfomance and especially a safty item.

My test ride did not include any 100+ mph turns or other extreeme use tests whare the maximum benifits of a fork brace should be. testing was done on city streets at regular traffic speeds of 60mph and below under average urban conditions. I was however, pleasantly supprised to note an improvement in the the front end "feel" of my ZL1000 under these light duty conditions.

My perception is that the front end is smoother, and more solid now. seems as though the bike rolls right over the lumps and bumps in the road with less vibration when dealing with bumps.

my theory is--- "flexation = vibration".

As the bike encounters and travels over the lumps and bumps with out the benifit of a fork brace there is some amout of "flex" in the forks created by these forces acting on them, apparently this is true even at average speeds and normal conditions. this force then creates flex, twist, and other mometary deformations on a minute scale of the geometry of the front forks. this flexation of the forks under use is something the rider percieves as the ordinary way the bike "feels" and is not percieved as a fork problem by the rider because we become acostomed to the way our bikes feel after daily use. these flexations create vibrations that are percieved by riders to be part of the "bump" experience. rider naturally associates the vibrations with the bump and not the bike and forks.

Apparently this is not the case, with the fork brace added my zl1000 rolls much more smoothly over these bumps and the vibrations associated with the flexation of the fork is removed from the "bump" experience. really feels solid in general. this effect is more apparent when the additional forces associated with cornering are added.

I am now of the perspective that these vibrations caused by small flexations of the forks are as common as sliced bread. something that is happening almost constantly without being percieved by, or attributed to the forks by the rider. Front end feels more solid, and provides a improved confidence when cornering or encountering rough roads.

I suppose I shouldnt be supprised fork braces are almost standard on any "performance" bike out there, and they wouldnt be standard if they didnt perform a function. I was just supprised to feel the binifits without pushing the bike.

one other note.... after looking at the fork brace installed on my zl1000 for a few days, I was looking at my zl900's forks and suddenly they appear to me to be to "skinny" and kinda "weak" looking.... Like something is missing!

These fork braces are very complementary to the bike, and look like they were ment to be there, like it shoulda been a stock part. the braces blend and flow into the over all look of my bike so well that you would think the original designers built them.

I give them two thumbs up!!
one for the appearance being so sharp, and one more for performing better than expected.

I know this part has been a long time coming and alot of hit and miss efforts to get them produced. I belive that this has been a good thing as the final produced parts are absolutely excellent in terms of both appearance and funtionality

markus56

01-03-2009, 11:53 AM

Just received two of my newly purchased fork braces in the mail from Mark yesterday and man, what a quality piece!!!!! These guys have really done a fantastic job with these.........no Eliminator should be without one!! As Baccuss has pointed out, these look like they belong on our bikes and should have been on from the factory. Haven't installed mine so I can't give a performance evaluation just yet but I certainly can and will vouch for the quality and workmanship that went into these braces, made exclusively for us here on ZL-OA!! Hats off to all that were involved in getting these produced.....MachIV for getting this ball rolling in the first place; ZRXman01 for manufacturing this awesome product; Tmdoth for putting his $ where others' mouths "were":laughing7; and ZLMark for being our friendly, neighborhood distributor:thumbsup:!! So, lets order up guys and gals!!!! They're not gonna' last forever and you certainly won't be disappointed in purchasing them. Don't forget to put a couple of them up for future ZL additions:laughing7:!! Thanks Again Guys........ Mark

zlMark

01-03-2009, 04:59 PM

update: won't fit the ZL600. They have smaller lower fork tubes

WALTSTAR

01-03-2009, 06:49 PM

Can I Get A Set For My 1000? Where Do I Send The Cash? P.m. Me Somebody.

tmdoth

01-03-2009, 07:12 PM

update: won't fit the ZL600. They have smaller lower fork tubes

When I get a portion of the braces shipped up to me in a week or so I will be taking a good look at them to see if they can be modified slightly to accommodate the ZL600s. There seems to be less interest in these braces then I had anticipated, so I don't think I can go too wrong with modifying a few of them to fit the equally rare 400/600/750 models. Anyone know what the fork tube diameters of the ZL750s are by any chance?

I have to agree with Bacchus when he mentioned the difference between a reinforced and a stock front end. Only difference was that it was my first bike that came with a fork brace and the second one that came bare; so I didn't know what people were talking about when they were going on about front end wobble until I took the latest stable addition out for a test spin and realized how much sloppier it was. Guess it really depends on how hard you push your bike though.

CHRIS

01-03-2009, 08:03 PM

There seems to be less interest in these braces then I had anticipated.
Richard, i will be buying at least one more fork brace, for my newest zl900 & possibly one for dads (marty's), but at this point, my spending is in excess of my limits, so i will have to wait until i get paid for moving my friend's things out to arizona, by the end of feb. CHRIS

zlMark

01-03-2009, 08:04 PM

Can I Get A Set For My 1000? Where Do I Send The Cash? P.m. Me Somebody.Walt send a PM to tmdoth. he will give you payment info. Once he gets payment I mail it

When I get a portion of the braces shipped up to me in a week or so I will be taking a good look at them to see if they can be modified slightly to accommodate the ZL600s. There seems to be less interest in these braces then I had anticipated, so I don't think I can go too wrong with modifying a few of them to fit the equally rare 400/600/750 models. Anyone know what the fork tube diameters of the ZL750s are by any chance?

I have to agree with Bacchus when he mentioned the difference between a reinforced and a stock front end. Only difference was that it was my first bike that came with a fork brace and the second one that came bare; so I didn't know what people were talking about when they were going on about front end wobble until I took the latest stable addition out for a test spin and realized how much sloppier it was. Guess it really depends on how hard you push your bike though.Richard, it's the worst time of year for us to do this but it's just the way it worked out. Once everyone recovers from the holiday spending it will pick up!
The zl750 should be the same as the zl900/zl1000. It's basically a sleeved down version of the zl900. I don't know what it would take to make it fit the zl600. It looks as if they are still measure the same center to center just the hole for the fork lower is about 1mm to big

paulfun

01-03-2009, 08:48 PM

I will be getting me some of them as well, just tryin to hold off and keep cash on hand for a couple more weeks as there may be another zl1 in my future.

rkerg

01-03-2009, 10:24 PM

I am getting one too. I have just been kind of busy with the holidays.

acp

01-04-2009, 03:26 AM

tmdoth,

The 750's forks are the same as the 900's as far as I'm aware. A guy at work has a 750, and when we park next to each other the 2 bikes look exactly the same, well, apart from mine needing a paintjob.

As far as I'm aware, the only difference between the 2 bikes is the engine.

acp

markus56

01-07-2009, 05:56 PM

Received my third fork brace in today via Bachuss.......they really look great polished and I'm sure will go great with the chrome fender on the ZL1000. He did an amazing job on the polishing and is highly recommended for anyone looking to get it done!!!!! Same great workmanship on the brace:thumbsup:!! Mark

Bacchus

01-08-2009, 08:15 AM

thanks mark, they do shine up nicely!

also want to say thanks again to everybody involved in getting this thing going.. job well done!
It is very very cool to have "new" product available for these bikes!

Hellion

01-09-2009, 06:50 PM

I have never had the speed wobbles on the zl1000 but i'm sure it's there. On the zl900 I was going about 110 and changed lanes, let off and hit a dip, it started to wobble pretty good. Thankfully I was already off the throttle once I hit 85 or 90 it stopped. Scared the crap out of me!

That must of been a messy ride home! :rotf::rotf: Sorry I know bad Hellion! *slaps self* bad bad! :icon_twisted:

I'd love to have one of these braces but since Dec 5th I've been out of a job, so hopefully you wont run out of them by the time I do have the money. *which hopefully will be before spring!*

Bacchus

01-14-2009, 12:00 AM

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Prostreet

01-14-2009, 01:42 AM

Yes, I just changed my mind about which finish I like best. That looks great!!!

Slippery44

01-14-2009, 02:50 AM

Bacchus, that is awesome I am mailing my parts tomorrow!!!

Stormy

01-20-2009, 04:38 AM

If the exchange rate changes in your favour, or you can figure out a really cheap way to get it to you (ie. US relatives visiting) I am more than happy to hold on to one for you as long as I can.

No relatives in the states, mate, but I have some good mates there though :winkcool:.

I'd love to get one and polish it myself, but as of 20 Jan 2009, $140.00USD = $211.72 AUD, plus shipping.

How come the Australian economy is still going along pretty strong and the U.S economy is still floundering, with a possible, if not already, recession around the corner and we have the cr*p exchange rate??? ($1.00USD = 0.66cAUD), beats me...

I wouldn't bother with USPS priority mail, normal o/s mail would suffice, still, it's a lot of money anyway you look at it.

If I lived in the states, I'd probably jump at it, but, and I'm going to kick myself for this, tmdoth, but I'm gonna have to say thanks, but no thanks.

It's a pity 'cause they look real good, and the performance reports from the others have been very promising.

Mick.

MachIV

01-20-2009, 10:42 AM

I've been buying parts on Au Ebay because of the exchange rate.
Been getting some good deals even with the shipping cost.

Stormy

01-21-2009, 03:49 AM

yeah, MachIV, if I lived in the states and with the exchange rates the way they are, I'd be buying from Oz too.

There's some consolation, at least I'm not buying anything from the U.K, it's over 2:1 now (£1.00GBP = $2.10AUD or $1.00AUD = 0.47pGBP). If I was buying this fork brace from someone in the U.K, it would cost me $294.91AUD.

ouch...

Stormy

01-22-2009, 04:01 AM

hey, tmdoth, you've got a PM (I had a little cash windfall).

acp

01-22-2009, 02:13 PM

Nice one Mick.

tmdoth, I'll be sending you a PM tomorrow, when I get paid. And once I'm back from my operation.

tmdoth

01-22-2009, 02:21 PM

Nice one Mick.

tmdoth, I'll be sending you a PM tomorrow, when I get paid. And once I'm back from my operation.

Best wishes with the operation.

Stormy

01-23-2009, 12:10 AM

payment made, check your PM's tddoth.

MachIV

01-23-2009, 10:47 AM

D amn,these things have really taken off.:headbang:

tmdoth

01-25-2009, 07:49 PM

After a bit of a break from the holiday season these braces are starting to pick up quite a bit of speed heading out the door. I just wanted to mention that I hope everyone who wants one of these , grab them while supplies last as this will be the one and only production run that I will likely be doing as far as fork braces go. For those of you that have one, I hope you all like them as I do.
I like my muscle bikes nekkid... but the front forks wearing a mini-skirt.

markus56

01-26-2009, 10:50 AM

My money order for two more braces is going out today and that makes five total for me!!:pistols:You don't have to tell me twice Richard....I'm on it!!!!:headbang: I won't be one of the ones that get left out at the end:no-no-no:........these things took too long to become reality and turned out too NICE to get stuck-out on now so grab 'em while you can people!!:hello: Maybe five will be enough but then that leaves only one in reserve so maybe I need to increase my order:laughing7:! Yeah, Better order up Ya'll.........Bad News Travels Fast!!!!:devil: Bad news is.....He's runnin' out!! Kuddos to Bill, Richard and Mark for makin' it happen!!! Thanks Ya'll, Mark

markus56

01-29-2009, 06:50 PM

Just got my latest two fork braces in and that's what I call a smooth operation!!! Thanks for being so quick with them guys. :hello: Mark

tmdoth

01-31-2009, 03:43 PM

Completely shameless bump

Stormy

02-06-2009, 06:14 PM

I got my fork brace yesterday, I've fitted on the bike already and it looks great, but I've still got to test ride it to see if it handles any better.

Probably go for a test ride tomorrow.

Thanks guys.

tmdoth

02-09-2009, 02:28 PM

I just wanted to add, PLEASE double check any money orders used for payment. It needs to be an international money order that can be cashed in Canada. Not all money orders are international.

Stormy

02-11-2009, 02:52 AM

Test rode my bike with the new fork brace fitted on the way to and from work yesterday, 44km / 27miles round trip. It handles a bit better in the corners, no little wobbles after hitting a bump in the road surface like it used to, but I wasn't really pushing it hard, only did 140km/h (86 mph) on a long left hander going to work and on the same corner I did 180km/h (111 mph) on the way home. The steering felt firmer and more in control throwing it into the bends. It also seemed to absorb more bumps, etc than normal and it didn't transfer the effects to the handle bars, therefore giving a better, smoother ride too.

All I can say so far is, it doing it's job well, and it seems to be well worth the money for the looks. I didn't end up polishing it, just kept the brushed look but made it brighter and sprayed clear laquer over the top to keep it bright. It matches the colour and finish of the fork stanchions well.

I'm going on a good, long ride this weekend (about 400km round trip), so I hopefully will put it to the test properly.

tmdoth

02-21-2009, 04:50 PM

Just put a brace on the Peace river ratbike. They look even better in person. I noticed that it is alot a lot lighter than the other ones I have, thinner too.

zlMark

06-26-2009, 07:07 PM

OK guys,

Just had another small run of these made up and they are in transit to Canada. These are exactly the same as the ones shown in the first post of this thread made by the same machinist.
For ordering please contact Tmdoth as stated in post #1 of this thread!

tmdoth

12-15-2009, 05:08 PM

I'm thinking about marketing them as handcuffs for adventurous couples. Might generate better interest...:laughing7:

Bacchus

02-12-2010, 09:17 AM

yeah.... adds a little more appeal to the "improved ride" benifit ....lol

badbrad

03-02-2010, 07:49 PM

I just received my fork brace and I am a 100% satisfied customer. Looks great. Good job! Ready to try some high speed action!!! Good job!!!:thumbsup:

f1nxlife

03-02-2010, 10:01 PM

tmdoth

03-02-2010, 10:48 PM

hey richard,,,,got mine installed,,,,a very nice piece,,,,,didnt ride the zl this past weekend,,,but im taking it out tonight on the freeway,,im sure it will perform well....guys,,,i love add on bits like this brace,,,,it looks great as well...very nicely machined aluminum....thx,,,,brett

Glad to hear it Brett. Let me know how it works for you when you get back. You seem to be the kind of rider that pushes his bikes to limits and I am looking to find out the brace handles under those conditions.

f1nxlife

03-03-2010, 01:40 AM

brace worked well at 110 mph....still need to canyon ride it this weekend,,,if i dont light the bike on fire for this godamm valve cover,,,,,,,thx brett

badbrad

03-20-2010, 12:23 AM

I just wanted to say thanks for this fabulous upgrade. This is the first thing that has ever been put on bike that is not stock and what an improvement. It feels like a different machine from takeoff to high speed, not to mention the awesome look. Great job on this one. :thumbsup:

MachIV

03-20-2010, 12:30 PM

Just a tip for the guys getting screwed on the exchange rate.
Why not try bartering something,you guys do have stuff we can't get here and the exchange rate doesn't apply to trades.

jdubay

04-04-2010, 11:34 AM

Mark U have a PM for a fork brace Thanks! Jay

tmdoth

05-04-2010, 04:31 PM

And I'm done :headbang:. The last brace that is for sale is either going to the forum member who just requested it, or on Ebay if he changes his mind. I'd just like to say thanks to everyone who helped make this possible. I hope to be able to do something like this again in the future.

texas-ss-tornado

05-04-2010, 04:48 PM

Boy, I'm going to be hacked off if I need another one of these in the future!!!!! Surely they'll be enough interest for another run some day? How many total did you sell????

f1nxlife

05-04-2010, 06:56 PM

hey richard,,,,when i buy my next zl ...im going to want another one,,,,ill pay more if i have to,,,,,thx brett

Bozang1

09-14-2010, 12:28 AM

Hi, I'm new, been lurking in the shadows for a while. Anyway, I may be interested in 1 of these for braces if there is another run but I am curious, is there really that much of a difference over the stock brace? I mean, these look cool, but they mount exactly the same and in the same location so I really do not see where the difference could be. Can someone clue me in with some hard facts? Thanks, Boz

**EDIT** This has been bugging me so I went back and looked at other pics of ZL1000's to see if they had fork braces and don't see any. Is it possible that these were an option? Mine looks like something that would be bone stock, plain jane aluminum. I didn't see any markings on it but tomorrow, if I remember, I am going to take a closer look (maybe underneath) to see if there are any markings on it.

Bozang1

09-20-2010, 10:23 AM

Real quick, before I forget, there is a sticker on the bottom of it so someone does (or did) make one for the bike. I can't read it though, it sits too close to fender but it has an 800 number on it and I can't quite read the name, I'll post it when [I] get the chance to loosen it up and check it out. Boz

Prostreet

09-20-2010, 12:55 PM

I have one from Superbrace. Its like new and thicker than most out there. $95 shipped.

MachIV

09-21-2010, 11:58 AM

snap2it

11-14-2010, 10:40 PM

Hi,
you would not happen to have the part number from superbrace?

Thanks,

Bob

snap2it

11-14-2010, 10:41 PM

Hi,

if you make more of these or have one somewhere I would be interested in buying one.

Thanks,

Bob

Prostreet

11-14-2010, 10:57 PM

I don't have the part number for the Superbrace, but it fits like a glove. I had a guy fab me up a custom one with his cnc machine that has "prostreet" on it.The superbrace is in a box,like new and its for sale.

Bozang1

11-15-2010, 12:14 AM

I believe the one thats on my bike is a Superbrace and it is made very well. If his is the same as mine (and I imagine it is) it is very nice, not thin and brittle, and I think mine appears like it is stock and came with the bike. I think if someone took mine I would notice it right away because the bike would look goofy without it. Anyway, Mine fits like a glove and must work well because I've had my bike over 130 with no shaking or vibrations. Well worth it. Hope this helps, Boz

snap2it

11-17-2010, 12:37 PM

Hi,

I am interested in buying this. Please let me know if you want to sell it and how much.

Thanks,

Bob

tmdoth

11-17-2010, 12:43 PM

MachIV

11-17-2010, 12:44 PM

The guy making and selling these has screwed over a member here.
I would not buy one direct from him.

tmdoth

11-17-2010, 12:53 PM

The guy making and selling these has screwed over a member here.
I would not buy one direct from him.

Are you referring to vmballer? or me?

snap2it

11-17-2010, 01:00 PM

Hi Prostreet,

I would buy that superbrace from you. Let me how much.

Thanks,

Bob

Prostreet

11-17-2010, 02:32 PM

Are you referring to vmballer? or me?

He is referring to VMballer. Flakey guy to say the least

zlMark

01-14-2011, 08:13 PM

Are you referring to vmballer? or me?

I'm sure that he is refering to vmballer!

So are you gonna have another run or what?

I know that there is only one member interested in a zl600 fork brace so may as well forget about those.......unless he wants 50 of them :laughing7:

CHRIS

01-14-2011, 08:50 PM

I know that there is only one member interested in a zl600 fork brace so may as well forget about those.......unless he wants 50 of them :laughing7:

sure, i'll take 50 of them. i can try to put them all on one bike, & then my future lottery winnings i can have wings made, so as cows fly over the moon, i can chase after them to get milk , & steak ! :pk:

:laughing7: :rotf:

CHRIS

desertrefugee

01-14-2011, 09:40 PM

For the record, I'd buy one of these instantly if it were available.

Hint...hint

:pk:

Wissler

01-15-2011, 02:46 PM

I'd take another one as well (for a 900)

texas-ss-tornado

03-13-2011, 12:17 AM

Put me down for another one too!

Hellion

03-13-2011, 12:22 AM

I'm sure that he is refering to vmballer!

So are you gonna have another run or what?

I know that there is only one member interested in a zl600 fork brace so may as well forget about those.......unless he wants 50 of them :laughing7:

Think again! LOL

1 year wonder

03-13-2011, 12:38 PM

i would b interested in 1, p.m. me if u have another batch made. zl1k.

zlMark

03-13-2011, 12:59 PM

Only way these will get made is if I can get prepaid orders for at least 30

Prostreet

03-13-2011, 01:25 PM

I just PM'd texasTornado that I am working on getting THE nicest billet ones with a local vendor. I had him make one for my last ZL (sold it) and i will be talking with him tomorrow about making more. these are georgeous and can have a shadow box slated font engraving I'll keep you posted.

1 year wonder

03-21-2011, 08:13 PM

I just PM'd texasTornado that I am working on getting THE nicest billet ones with a local vendor. I had him make one for my last ZL (sold it) and i will be talking with him tomorrow about making more. these are georgeous and will run aroung $140 each. I'll keep you posted.
can u post some photos?

texas-ss-tornado

03-21-2011, 08:31 PM

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zlMark

03-21-2011, 09:48 PM

What holds in on the bike mortar? :laughing7:

texas-ss-tornado

03-21-2011, 09:50 PM

What holds in on the bike mortar? :laughing7:

I was just going to use Super glue............... :rotf:

Prostreet

03-21-2011, 11:19 PM

I was going to offer these to a select few but there are only 5 being made and 3 of these have shadow box font engraving on them. All but two are spoken for.Superior machining with recessed hardened bolts from the rear.

zot

03-22-2011, 10:44 AM

I may need one this go around...whats the details.

kawboy

03-22-2011, 11:34 AM

I may need one this go around...whats the details.

Are you one of the "select few"?

zot

03-22-2011, 12:19 PM

Probably not...

Prostreet

03-22-2011, 06:20 PM

Are you one of the "select few"?

Actually he is, wisenheimer.

kawboy

03-22-2011, 06:41 PM

Actually he is, wisenheimer.

Wow, zot - Cult Zealot, Supporting Member, and now Select Few. Always knew you were "special" :notworthy:

zot

03-23-2011, 01:22 PM

Just tell 'em duh huh....they'll know what ya mean. The "special" Bus here in TN:

madhatter

05-03-2011, 06:30 PM

thanks for the info I appreciate it . The Madhatter

86merc5.0

06-14-2011, 09:24 PM

Hello, I'm new to ZL-OA. I own a ZL1000 and am interested in purchasing a fork brace. The braces in the pictures from 2008 look great. From the forum thread, it seems as there all sold, but that a second run was maybe/possible. Any information would be appreciated, thanks you.

badbrad

06-14-2011, 09:36 PM

Pm sent

dustysmith00

10-20-2011, 08:42 PM

i need these help

texas-ss-tornado

10-20-2011, 08:46 PM

Here you go, these are the ones!

http://cgi.ebay.com/Kawasaki-ZL900-fork-brace-NEW-?cmd=ViewItem&hash=item3f0efe2f20&item=270834478880&pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr

zlMark

10-20-2011, 08:57 PM

There ya go!

Price may be higher than the 5 piece brace but I doubt there will ever be another run of those. Better get while the gettin's good!

f1nxlife

10-20-2011, 09:17 PM

CHRIS

10-20-2011, 10:25 PM

i have tmdoths braces on both my 900 and my 1000....they are totally bitchin,,,,and they work well,,,,these ZL s have pretty solid front ends,,,these braces make them even more flex free,,and inspire more confidence when cornering,,,if they can work for me,,they will definetly work for you Brett

i agree ! i have tmdoths 5 piece braces on 2 of my ZL's too, & love them ! they way they look, & the way they improve handling, well worth it ! but unless you can talk one of us to sell one, you'll be better off buying the one posted on ebay

dustysmith00

10-20-2011, 10:37 PM

I don't do eBay and I like the 5 piece anywhere I canbuy direct
My zl900 feels really unstable and I have nasty roads

kawboy

10-20-2011, 11:18 PM

My zl900 feels really unstable

Should not feel "really unstable".

Do you know the maintenance history - steering bearings properly tensioned/lubed? Swingarm bearings? Wheel bearings? Fork fluid condition/amount/viscosity? Tires old/hard/squared-off?

Problems in these areas will not be cured by a fork brace.

Just sayin . . .

f1nxlife

10-20-2011, 11:43 PM

I completely concurr with my esteemed colleage Mr. Kawboy,,,,your Zl should feel really planted in stock trim,,,if it doesnt,,,you better have it looked at,,,,installing the fork brace,,will only re-enforce front end stability while cornering as well as additional straight line stability at all speeds,,and riding on sub standard roads,,,most riders are not going to corner these bikes as to cause the front forks to flex..but,,,if when taking a corner,,you encounter nasty bumps,,the brace will help keep the front end sqaure and stabile,,,good luck,,Brett

hassethehen

11-25-2011, 10:08 PM

I don't do eBay and I like the 5 piece anywhere I canbuy direct
My zl900 feels really unstable and I have nasty roads

I changed to progressvie springs in the front fork.
It changed the handling dramatically and i had never even once, had any reason to look back after that.

tmdoth

12-12-2011, 01:52 PM

My apologies for not posting to some of the comments earlier. I have been very busy recently and had a few family matters that took precendence. To all that are still looking for a 5 piece fork brace and haven't found what you are looking for, post up. I will do my best to pop back and see where that list is at. To the original crew that bought one when I did the first run, thank you. With a high minimum number required to be purchased, it is a substantial monetary amount to invest and given sporadic demand right now, it might just prove to be impossible to proceed with another run. If I can convince Greg to lower the min number a bit, or enough people post up, I will seriously look into doing another run.

All the best, and a merry christmas to you all. I really hope to make it south of the border for another visit in 2012. Everyone I've met so far has been good people and I look forward to meeting up with you guys again.