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RTS rear mud flap
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Rear mud flap
I believe that the only mud flap that would possibly work well, would be one full width flap similar to the kind some motorhomes have. On my machine I've noticed that traveling at speed, I will occasionally catch a whiff of exhaust. I believe that the design causes a vortex of some type that reverses the air flow, causing the fumes and water to accumulate on the back of the bike. Back in the day of chain oilers, I would end up with oil spots on the back of my jacket from my 450 Honda.
Just my opinion.
I believe that the only mud flap that would possibly work well, would be one full width flap similar to the kind some motorhomes have. On my machine I've noticed that traveling at speed, I will occasionally catch a whiff of exhaust. I believe that the design causes a vortex of some type that reverses the air flow, causing the fumes and water to accumulate on the back of the bike. Back in the day of chain oilers, I would end up with oil spots on the back of my jacket from my 450 Honda.
Just my opinion.
InspectorGadget
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I have had mine on for some time and it is working great. I went to Tractor Supply and purchased 1.5' of 10" baler belt. I fastened it with SS machine screws using the bottom license plate holes as a guide for drilling. That also allows for a screw driver to be placed in the hole for holding the screw while tightening the nut inside the fender.
I used a 36" piece of SS brazing rod for additional support so the flap will not get sucked up into the rear wheel.
Good Luck C-YA RL
Bob Denman
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Tractor Supply Co... it looks as if I'll have to stop out there and pay them a visit... Thanks for the info, InspectorG!
Mud Flap
Purchased a black plastic Waste Paper Basket from Walmart and cut out a piece of the appropriate width and length to hang down from the rear fender. It is held on by two black license plate fasteners.
My first attempt was using an ordinary trimmed car mud flap, but I found that it wasn't long enough to fill the gap between my fender and the trailer hitch and was a tad too flexible.
This second generation mud flap cost less than $5.00 to fabricate, including the bolts, and does the intended job. And the great thing is that you can make two mud flaps from a single trash bucket.:2thumbs:
Purchased a black plastic Waste Paper Basket from Walmart and cut out a piece of the appropriate width and length to hang down from the rear fender. It is held on by two black license plate fasteners.
My first attempt was using an ordinary trimmed car mud flap, but I found that it wasn't long enough to fill the gap between my fender and the trailer hitch and was a tad too flexible.
This second generation mud flap cost less than $5.00 to fabricate, including the bolts, and does the intended job. And the great thing is that you can make two mud flaps from a single trash bucket.:2thumbs:
Pictures of Mud Flap
Here is a quick picture I took this evening of the semi rigid flap that I added to the rear fender.
In the picture you can see the two black plastic license plate fasteners that hold the plastic mud flap to the rear fender.
It hangs down 10" below the rear fender and is 9" wide. The flap was cut from a plastic waste paper basket, available at almost any department store.
You need a Drill, Screwdriver, Pliers and a Jig Saw or Dremmel tool plus 15 minutes of your time. I also used a fine tooth file to finish off the cut edges for appearance purposes.
I find the rigidity of the plastic perfect for my needs and it does help keep the back of the bike cleaner in the rain.
As others have indicated, almost any appropriate sized vehicle mud flap will work. My only suggestion is that you make your mud flap a minimum of 10" in length.
Here is a quick picture I took this evening of the semi rigid flap that I added to the rear fender.
In the picture you can see the two black plastic license plate fasteners that hold the plastic mud flap to the rear fender.
It hangs down 10" below the rear fender and is 9" wide. The flap was cut from a plastic waste paper basket, available at almost any department store.
You need a Drill, Screwdriver, Pliers and a Jig Saw or Dremmel tool plus 15 minutes of your time. I also used a fine tooth file to finish off the cut edges for appearance purposes.
I find the rigidity of the plastic perfect for my needs and it does help keep the back of the bike cleaner in the rain.
As others have indicated, almost any appropriate sized vehicle mud flap will work. My only suggestion is that you make your mud flap a minimum of 10" in length.
Mowerman
New member
NorthStar,
Looks really good:2thumbs:. I will be working on mine next week.
Thanks for the picture.
Mowerman
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