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    Forkbrace?

    I am seeing these advertised in the popup ads lately. What do they do and why would I need one?

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    If I'm not mistaken

    If I'm not mistaken, their purpose is to improve stability and turning, especially at slower speeds. I'm not sure there is a consensus on whether or not they're effective or more of a 'snake-oil' item. Nonetheless, they look cool, covers up more chrome w/ black. There's members on here that have them I believe. I'm sure they'll be more informative than I've been.

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    Elroy has the general gist of it right.

    We have the Kury braces in black. Seems a little tighter at slow speeds, perhaps a little tighter at higher speeds,,,

    Wifey can't tell the difference,,, (She's kinda 'like that',,,, that's probably why she's with me! )

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    Added the Superbrace to mine. Felt a better at low speed. Looks cool and was easy to install. I like to think it helps.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Dmoon64 View Post
    Added the Superbrace to mine. Felt a better at low speed. Looks cool and was easy to install. I like to think it helps.

    +1

    I also like that it replaces a plastic cover with metal.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Dmoon64 View Post
    Added the Superbrace to mine. Felt a better at low speed. Looks cool and was easy to install. I like to think it helps.
    I guess I'm not understanding...

    What does it help? Is their something the stock bike does that I should be aware of?

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    Stock versus SuperBrace …..

    It's like comparing a 3 point seat belt to a 4 point seat belt, both work however in extreme situations the 4 point seat belt is much more secure and preferred.



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    Quote Originally Posted by Rustysocket View Post
    I guess I'm not understanding...

    What does it help? Is their something the stock bike does that I should be aware of?
    Hard to explain, I added the fork brace and the belly pan ( which helps in cross wind conditions ) and I believe the bike handles better across the board. The brace prevents "flexing". Metal does flex, watch the wings of the next airplane you ride in.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Rustysocket View Post
    I am seeing these advertised in the popup ads lately. What do they do and why would I need one?
    It improves lateral stiffness and prevents the fork stantions from twisting

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