AFCB Wildcat 1,362 Posted May 9, 2012 I have been trying to get our rear guard and pushbar to comply with the new rules. I have shortened the push bar but due to the shape of the guard which rises at the rear, when I achieve the 35mm required I have a minimal clearance between the top of the tyre at top centre and the underside of the guard, probably about 5mm. I know that the wheel can't move but I'm unsure as to how the shape of the tyre may alter under riding conditions and if this is to close. Any ideas on what the minimum clearance I can get away with would be appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tonyk 1 Posted May 9, 2012 This is the problem with the upturned guards. Look at how Andreas Jonsson has done his or contact Rob Tutton of the Dragons who does a similar modification. Or you can change the guard for a rounded type which is easy to lower and give the correct clearance. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kiwi 49 Posted May 10, 2012 Glue and screw a block to the underside of the guard Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AFCB Wildcat 1,362 Posted May 11, 2012 Thanks Guys, I raised it up and screwed a block in as suggested. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsunami 10,219 Posted September 4, 2012 Thanks Guys, I raised it up and screwed a block in as suggested. Just noticed this. You can always turn it round the other, it looks quite smart too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
speedibee 3,091 Posted September 4, 2012 (edited) Thanks Guys, I raised it up and screwed a block in as suggested. the end of the guard has to be measured from the top of the dirt deflector . the measurement is not from the guard to the tyre . if the end of the guard turns up and is over the limit from the deflector it's still illegal Edited September 4, 2012 by speedibee Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
