Author Topic: Trim OEM front fenders or not? (Read 3650 times)

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.

hickwheeler · « **Reply #1 on:** March 04, 2014, 07:08:09 PM »

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

DnB_Racing · « **Reply #2 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

312R1 · « **Reply #3 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

nico · « **Reply #4 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!

rk88r · « **Reply #5 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.

bnau267 · « **Reply #6 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.

Bigred · « **Reply #7 on:** March 04, 2014, 11:00:41 PM »

Ill trade ya my oem fronts lol they got some webbing

nico · « **Reply #8 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.

bnau267 · « **Reply #9 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.

nico · « **Reply #10 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!

fast350r · « **Reply #11 on:** March 05, 2014, 02:49:32 PM »

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