8541Hawk

This is my next project. I am having a brace made up and though I would check to see if anyone else might be interested, Still working out details but have things pretty much squared away.

This is a blast from the past bit and I would guess most have never seen one.
It fits between the lower sub-frame mounts.

mikstr

already have mine, but carry on

kenmoore

I am very interested.

Have seen this before Hawk.

Are you looking to make more than one ? If you are I am interested .

Would save me the hassle !

xeris

Guesstimate on price?
I'm in if they're not stupid expensive

8541Hawk

Sorry for the slow reply..... haven't worked out price yet but it is a pretty simple bit once you work out the details.

There is also a bit of lag time with the whole project because I'm in Ca and the welder I am working with is in VT.

The method to this madness is that besides being a room mate from years ago, he builds mountain bike frames for a living. In fact he is even in the mountain bike hall of fame..... so he knows his tubing.....lol

I'll have more info soon as it looks like I just need a couple

kenmoore

if the price is right count me in !

Time isn't issue.

This is one of those mods I was getting around to.

skokievtr

Given pricing is reasonable...

VTR1000F

mikstr, what did this do for you? I think I've read Roger Ditchfield state this is not needed unless you're making 135 horses.

mikstr

I can't recall Roger saying that... in regards to your question, what it has done is firmed up the bike, helping it track with greater assurance and stability, for example when encountering bumps in the corners. Is it necessary? no. Can it hurt? no

8541Hawk

The easiest way to understand what this brace does is that it is similar to a fork brace but instead of making the fork legs work together it makes the frame sides work together.

It does depends on your riding style but it keeps the sub-frame from twisting the rear of the frame while cornering.

CrankenFine

May be interested, depending on price.

Hopefully the builder can drop ship direct from VT, to save shipping cross continent twice.

VTR1000F

I understand the concept, just wondered if mikstr noticed any difference when installed on his underpowered bike.

I found the thread I referred to. I remembered it wrong. Roger was referring to the frame ears and it was quoted in a thread about this brace.

https://www.superhawkforum.com/forum...e-brace-31353/

I'm about the last guy to worry if what I'm bolting on is necessary, so I'm in for one if not outrageously expensive.

8541Hawk

I do understand the waiting on the price point before making any commitment.....as when these came out they were close to $300...
Yeah I actually have been around these bikes that long.

In Sept, I will have owned my bike for 20yrs.....

I would like to ask what you guys think would be a fair price for something like this?

Also my comment about the link shared, it is stated that this brace is worthless. IMO the way that was written can give the wrong info.

Yes it is worthless if you have a fully braced frame. If not, it is a different story.

If you have braced your swingarm and noticed an improvement this is the next step as it tightens things up a little more. If you are going all out, no it won't replace bracing the frame but is a good option IMO, or I wouldn't bother having one made, for a milder build.

xeris

Not to insult anyone but I'm thinking more like $150 would be about right. If they were being sold for a profit 300 is probably where it should be but with that said $300 too rich for my pay grade. I do believe that you should get something for your trouble and the runaround that this is going to take. How much compensation will be your choice.

8541Hawk

I'm not insulted in anyway... I just didn't want anyone to freak out or anything...lol though I do think they will come in for less than that as we have done everything to keep the costs down.

So the design is a little simplified, which makes it a little heavier.....though if that bothers you buy some Ti bolts....lol Also it will be bare metal, so you can put the finish of your choice on there.

I should have a price tomorrow for either a run of 5 or 10..... so I'll have 4 or 9 extra and then go down the list in order to see who gets one.

This will be a one time thing as he has also said he has no interest in making anymore, just a favor for me as he has 100 bike frames to build right now.

Hangfly