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Title: Trim OEM front fenders or not?
Post by: nico on March 04, 2014, 07:05:33 PM

Like the title says, I can't make up my mind on whether or not I want to trim my OEM fenders...  They are really nice with no cracks, deep scratches or damage, I've just got the bug to to to a larger TRX11 exhaust and know it will need clearance.  I've thought about trying to find some nice 86-87 fenders that have already been trimmed, but haven't had much luck.  I need encouragement, so what would you do?

Below is an older pic of the 86 (last year's setup) with full fenders and a TRX9 exhaust.

(http://forums.trx250r.org/vbulletin_imports/161_1093_2017-04-18_4574.jpg)

Title: Trim OEM front fenders or not?
Post by: hickwheeler on March 04, 2014, 07:08:09 PM

I wouldn't cut the oem fenders. I would find something else

Title: Trim OEM front fenders or not?
Post by: DnB_Racing on March 04, 2014, 07:18:39 PM

its only plastic, there used and no matter what they wont bring big money... I say cut them if you like that look.
they are only worth a couple hundred bucks for resale

Title: Trim OEM front fenders or not?
Post by: 312R1 on March 04, 2014, 07:32:52 PM

I say cut them..Hell I have new OEM and I'm going to cut them for my builds.lol

Title: Trim OEM front fenders or not?
Post by: nico on March 04, 2014, 08:43:20 PM

It's tempting.  I'm going to see how the pipe fits then flip a coin.  These were NOS when I got them 8-10 years ago, but it would look cool.  Thanks for the replies!

Title: Trim OEM front fenders or not?
Post by: rk88r on March 04, 2014, 08:48:27 PM

They're yours, so unless you can sell them local, it doesn't pay to get others.

Title: Trim OEM front fenders or not?
Post by: bnau267 on March 04, 2014, 09:58:31 PM

Quote from: nico;27786

It's tempting.  I'm going to see how the pipe fits then flip a coin.  These were NOS when I got them 8-10 years ago, but it would look cool.  Thanks for the replies!

How close to new are they?  Still shiny, no cracks, spiderweb, etc.  

I may have a solution for you...LOL.  Drop me a line at bnau267@yahoo.com with some pics.

Title: Trim OEM front fenders or not?
Post by: Bigred on March 04, 2014, 11:00:41 PM

Ill trade ya my oem fronts lol they got some webbing

Title: Trim OEM front fenders or not?
Post by: nico on March 04, 2014, 11:11:06 PM

Yes, these still have their shine and do not have any spider webbing.  They stay in the dark shop under a sheet 360 days a year.  I want to keep them, but am thinking about getting some more to trim.

Title: Trim OEM front fenders or not?
Post by: bnau267 on March 05, 2014, 12:20:33 AM

Quote from: danhung11;27823

I'd trade you a set of white fullbores for them. Don't cut them man!

I want some full fenders for my XC bike.

I was thinking the exact same thing if they were in really good shape! And yes my dog destroyed the couch cushion...lol.
(http://i1004.photobucket.com/albums/af169/Bnau267/Parts/photo3-4_zps30d2ff4b.jpg) (http://s1004.photobucket.com/user/Bnau267/media/Parts/photo3-4_zps30d2ff4b.jpg.html)

Title: Trim OEM front fenders or not?
Post by: nico on March 05, 2014, 02:35:54 PM

Wow... Those are nice Fullbores, but I really prefer the Honda fenders.  Thanks for the offers, but I've nearly decided to just mount the pipe, then trim the minimum I have to for clearance.  It should fit with a little tinkering.  

Thanks again!

Title: Trim OEM front fenders or not?
Post by: fast350r on March 05, 2014, 02:49:32 PM

I would leave it as is, Bike is clean Props man