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Posted by Troll
 - April 06, 2016, 19:05:21 PM

Much like the H-D Rocker-C, the Drifter fender moves with the rear suspension. When you make or install anything that could rub/hit, you need to make sure you have enough clearance. We, here, have come to find out that there were only 9,000 of each model (1500/800) produced over then entire run for world wide distribution. The last 1500 is now 12 years old, and there is precious little NOS accessory parts available. Used stuff is what most people find, on like eBay, Craigslist, etc.  Fabrication is a way of life, especially when you own an old or orphan machine...Put 25# of air pressure in the rear shocks (with a suspension pump, NOT AN AIR HOSE!!!!) and try it out. Singh Saddleries makes some awesome leather goodies, including bags, for our machines, as does Heather's Leathers, and Osprey..I have a set of used Ospreys I bought from a guy in Canada a few years ago. Saddlebag mounting brackets show up on eBay all the time...Here's a shot of mine from last week

Posted by rawbz36
 - April 06, 2016, 15:05:39 PM

Hey Guys,

Rob here with a few questions. So I bought a 2001 Drifter 1500 about a year ago and its been sitting. not really sure why I bought it, but I did. Now that I have to time to play with it I am noticing how HARD it is to find anything for it. Man its frustrating. So here are my questions. My bike has V&H exhaust, 12k miles, good tires but handle bars sit just slightly crooked. I had my pal build me a passenger seat so it literally is not anything like other seats people have (its nothing special just different) However. I noticed that the passenger seat is rubbing on the rear fender!! Does this mean my shocks are trashed or is there something I can do to fix this. What handle bar risers do you suggest? and are they easy to install? Saddlebag UGH! nothing available. Suggestions?

I am new to owning a motorcycle so not nearly as crafty as all of you seem. Anybody live in Northern California help a guy out!? Thanks

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