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I imaging someone will want to know. I cut off about 10" of a Planet Bike Front Fender. I used the first mounting hole as the cut point. Then I placed a PB rear fender mount on the fender and attached it to the neck rest top rail using the smallest of my DiNotte mounting clamps. As I see it, the solution is practical and aesthetically pleasing. The piece in front of the fender is a custom flag mount. Tell me what you think.
Thanks! –jim
I strongly prefer tire covered both in appearance and practicality.
Thanks Duncan, Of course, I agree. I’m a bit surprised the creator just left the slot open. I’ve added a bit mot to the post [including one more pic]. Take care…
Jim
I assume the rear wheel is a disk or covered as well?
Yes, with the Carrie Hill Carbon Fiber Wheel Covers. –jim
Tire covered
Thanks Terry!
It’s an elegant solution. I’m wondering if you might get some buzzing or other contact noise in certain situations, however. Maybe a couple of peel ‘n stick silicone dots on the underside of the fender if it does.
Hi J.
Not so far. The mount holds it firm. I’ll have to see [I mean hear] what happens a 50 mph]. As you see in the side shots. It stands away from the fairing. Thanks! –jim
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Jim,
I think definitely covered. I really like the solution you came up with. I have to be totally honest and say that it’s really a shame that there is any opening there at all. ;-(
Maybe you could take one of your handy-dandy, waterproof iPhone covers and fabricate a clear cover. It would be just like this.
What do ya think?
No one has said open. The slot is there to facilitate mounting the fairing. I could see a snap on hood as an integral part of the design. Until then I’m stuck with what I have. Clear wont work for me here because the tire can be seen when she’s preening. Anyway, glad you like my idea. –jim
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