Measurements of the fork tube length

Measurements of the fork tube length are based on the standard length of Harley-Davidson® FL and FLH types. Because of differences between in the range of Harley® models - and construction years - the length has to be measured from the lower side of the top triple tree to heart axle wheel. For example: a SJP® front fork with zero rake and 2” over stock length fits a Softail® standard. >>

When you choose a front fork with a certain kind of length and rake you have to consider what it means to your driving conditions. Trail is the most important fact for handling your bike properly.
Without making any suggestions, SJP explains the most important variables to you. For 39mm wide glide style triple trees with 6° rake no TÜV approval was required due to less trail causing influence on the driving conditions.


Offset upper tree: Distance between centerline steering neck and centerline fork tubes.
Rake steering head: The angle in degrees of the steering neck from the vertical.
Rake triple tree: The angle in degrees in the triple tree of the front fork from the vertical.
Fork length: The distance between bottom of the upper tree and centerline wheel axle.
Height steering neck: The distance between top of the steering neck to ground.
Wheel base: Centerline front- and rear wheel axle.
Diameter front wheel: The distance between top of tyre and the ground
Trail: The distance between centerline wheel axle (including tire) and the ground.

Tubes Hard chrome SJP® made, 41mm L77-84
Damping In- and outgoing
Oil capacity 250cc, each slider either which length fork
Fluid requirement SAE30/35
Oil seals NBR 41*53*8/9.5 (SJP)
Bearings Timken® Cone
Suspension Progressive springs (SJP)
Brakes set-up Dual disc


Brakes
Fluid requirement D.O.T. 5 Silicone Hydraulic Brake Fluid
Brake pads 1803HH sintered
Banjo bolt Metric 10*1.25 (SJP)
Caliper Bracket required

Triple Trees
Description Width Item
Mid Line® 220mm Forks/Kits
wide glide style 250mm Forks/Kits
Extra wide glide style 300mm Forks