89 FXRS need fork info PLEASE HELP - Harley Forum

#1 09-03-2007, 11:39 AM

Allright I have an 89 FXRS with the narrowglide and am looking at a wideglide front end, I have been unable to get the correct length measurement I'm between 31 1/2 and 33 inches. Does anyone know the actual correct length they should be so I get the correct length forks? Also if there is anything else I should watch for on this swap? I would appreciate the advice..... and can anyone confirm the 89 FXRS has the 1'' neck bearings? once again thank you. Steve

#2 09-03-2007, 11:41 AM

Almost forgot can anyone recommend a w/g front end that is reasonably priced? thanks Steve

myt evo · #3 09-08-2007, 09:09 PM

Go to custom cycle engineering on the web or to your favorite parts catalog. They sell a wideglide triple tree for your bike and you can use your stock forks, sliders and fender. All you'll need is new spacers and you'll save a ton of money!

#4 09-08-2007, 10:07 PM

From what I can figure out, mid 1981 is whe H-D changed narrowglides from 15/16" stem to 1" stem. your 1989 is 1" stem.
A wide glide tree conversion is most certainly cheaper, but I feel that you should at least use a fork brace with the 39mm tubes. Spaced that far apart, the skinnier tubes will flex alot.