Bidspirit auction | Harley-Davidson Sportster Showa Front Fork


Harley-Davidson Sportster Showa Front Fork Assembly with Telefix Brace XL G554 - A complete used motorcycle front fork assembly for Harley-Davidson Sportster models, identified as an OEM Showa component. The assembly includes fork tubes, lower sliders, triple trees, a front axle, and a headlight bucket. A black and chrome placard on the triple tree cover is inscribed Sportster. The left lower slider is cast with the marks JAPAN and SHOWA. The assembly features an aftermarket fork brace stamped with the words FOR HARLEY-DAVIDSON, TELEFIX, and Made in W.-Germany. A small adhesive foil label on a fork tube reads XL over G554. The chrome headlight bucket is included without internal components. Length: Approximately 33-35 inches. Weight: Approximately 30-40 lbs. The assembly shows visible signs of age and use. The aluminum sliders and chrome tubes exhibit scattered pitting, oxidation, and surface scratches throughout (Photo 1, 2). The front axle has heavy surface rust (Photo 6). The headlight bucket is empty and lacks the lens, lamp, and wiring (Photo 5). Rubber seals appear aged. The internal mechanical condition is unknown.