'65 front fender question for the pros..

junk726 · Post by **junk726** » Sat May 21, 2011 2:59 am

Ok..so i figured i'd ask u guys..i'm slowly learning the differences on the models..mine being titled as a 66..but i know now its a 1965 cl77;)..so that being said..mine of course has no front fender..i'm going to make mine a rider..BUT wondering how difficult it may be to track down a front fender for it? I'm sure it's no small task..and patience could pay off..but also wondering IF eventually i track one down..what do they usually go for? Ballpark? I know every situation could be different..just curious..as im sure those who have seen mine noticed no front..and the rear has been cut by original owner:( rear fenders tough also to find im sure? Any info/help GREATLY appreciated! Thanks all!

linmictil · Post by **linmictil** » Sat May 21, 2011 6:09 am

Check them out on E-bay. I think I seen some there last night. Seems to me they were in the $100 range.

linmictil · Post by **linmictil** » Sat May 21, 2011 6:33 am

After reading some threads about E-bay purchases I have to say be careful what and who you buy from.
I am sure you know that. You should be able to pick up something from the "forum" Have a good one.

davomoto · Post by **davomoto** » Sat May 21, 2011 11:11 am

Junk, you need an 8 hole fender and bracket. The 65 used a steel fender. My friend that I'm doing a resto-mod CL72 for just bought an aluminum fender and braket on Ebay for a bit over $500. I bought a couple parts bikes 2-3 years ago for $200, and one has a nice uncut 8 hole fender and bracket. If you're not in a hurry, you can find a deal on one. Study pics and know what you're looking for. Rears are cheaper and more plentiful for CL77s as fewer people modified them.

Davo

junk726 · Post by **junk726** » Sat May 21, 2011 1:07 pm

thanks guys! Im patient..and in NO hurry...so i will keep searching and see what turns up..i would like to find one by the time i decide to repaint the tank and side covers..so im hoping to find a rear and front fender and just do them at the same time;) so until i find the front and rear..im just gonna run it as is:) no worries..and maybe one more thing for this newb;)..when u say "8 hole" front..im pretty sure on my forks i saw two holes on each inner fork leg? they were steel front legs (i did the magnet trick u guys told me to determine if i had a 65..and it is the small brake front;) so im not too sure the mount points on it? i was assuming i needed a fender that had 4 holes (2 each side?) Forgive me..as ive never actually seen a 65 front fender in the flesh so to speak..or i'd have a better visual in my head what i need to look for....and yah..ebay is fun to search..BUT i am amazed at what stuff sells for! wow..u sure gotta pay to play in the Scrambler world! but im lovin it! thanx again!

G-Man · Post by **G-Man** » Sat May 21, 2011 1:22 pm

Hi Junk

You need a fender and brace that looks like this: It was for sale last year but I've since picked up another CL72 which only cost me 50% of the cost of the fender!!

CL72 8-hole fender by graham.curtis, on Flickr

CL72 fender and bracket by graham.curtis, on Flickr

Be patient and something will turn up. I got this one when a guy I bought some Dream parts from offered it to me.

G

junk726 · Post by **junk726** » Sat May 21, 2011 1:29 pm

Oh wow! Thanx a million! Wow..ok..NOW i see the 8 holes:) livin and learnin!;) ok..so now a visual i have in my head..and i WILL find one..someday i hope..haha thanx again guys for all ur help and patience! This forums awesome! Im sure i will have more questions again!;) BUT i did buy the clymer vintage honda book today..and have bill silver's books now too..so hopin i wont have AS MANY dumb questions left in me;) haha take care all! And if anybody reads/sees this and has a front or rear lemme know;) (worth a shot!;)