Superbrace fork brace

[the Ferret]

Good report..thanks!

 

[Randy B]

FYI: Polished is $165.95 & black is $190.95

CB1100 Superbrace

 

[Kiwikevin_imp]

FYI: Polished is $165.95 & black is $190.95

CB1100 Superbrace

Hi Randy, does the brace include the fork seal protectors shown on other models on their website please?

 

[Randy B]

Not a clue.

 

[Kiwikevin_imp]

Not a clue.

Sorry Randy, I asked the wrong person

 

[Randy B]

No worries. I was just posting what I found on the website.

 

[Gingersdaddy_imp]

Superbrace installed the fork brace to my CB1100 (Staintune, PCV, K&N air filter and Type II bars). The brace fit like a glove and installation was a snap. It's very nicely machined and perfectly follows the curve of the front fender. I really doubted I would get much benefit from this accessory, but the effect was immediately noticable, even at low speeds. Prior to having it installed, Dynaguy's comment (see above) that it was "completely unnecessary" seemed so logical to me, and I drove down to Superbrace's Huntington Beach machine shop with a fair amount of skepticism in my mind. Now, after having thoroughly tested it through all manner of winding roads in the Malibu Canyon area, I might even argue it's totally necesessary. Sorry Dynaguy...that is my honest opinion. Even away from the twisty canyon roads the effect is noticable. I'd describe it as the front wheel now rides on a knife's edge, always ready to immediately respond to the rider's input; previously, the front wheel always felt a bit lazy/mushy to me...now it moves when and where I point it, period. The difference is absolutely amazing. If you can't comprehend why I modified my CB1100 with a Staintune pipe, PCV and K&N air filter, you might not get any benefit from the Superbrace. However, if you have sought to improve your CB1100's performance with an aftermarket pipe, a K&N air filter or a PCV, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE SUPERBRACE. Fit and finish are superb. I will eventually post photos. Mine is polished aluminum, but I understand a black annodized version will be ready in a week. Scott from Superbrace stressed that his annodizing process results in a very high quality all-black finish (i.e., no purple hue)...might be good for those ordering the blacked-out 2014 model. Again...I can't stress enough how much more responsive the front wheel is now with the Superbrace. Moreover, I can't imagine why Honda doesn't make this a stock component. Ride alert, ride safe!

Can we get some pictures?

 

[xpacpal1x_imp]

It comes with seal protectors...I haven't mounted them, but I'm reconsidering that. You can see two mounting screws on both sides of the brace.
Now I'm thinking about the rear wheel and if it has any faults in terms of handling characteristics. New shocks, I suppose, is the area to investigate. Again, a week ago, I wasn't concerned with getting a fork brace...this has been a bit of an eye opening experience.

 

[the Ferret]

Looks pretty much identical to the one I had on my 750 Nighthawk

 

[1100rider_imp]

I just received an email from Superbrace that the braces are currently being shipped to dealers who had them ordered.

 

[Ole]

I called Superbrace yesterday. Asked if they had more pics of their product mounted on a CB1100. They emailed me some pics today. I think I will order one.

Anybody we know?

 

[Kiwikevin_imp]

I called Superbrace yesterday. Asked if they had more pics of their product mounted on a CB1100. They emailed me some pics today. I think I will order one.

Nice Photos, thank you for posting! What clearance is there between the brace and the chrome mudguard please? Just thinking about the potential for dirt / moisture / rust trap on our lovely chrome!

 

[Randy B]

I called Superbrace yesterday. Asked if they had more pics of their product mounted on a CB1100. They emailed me some pics today. I think I will order one.

Nice Photos, thank you for posting! What clearance is there between the brace and the chrome mudguard please? Just thinking about the potential for dirt / moisture / rust trap on our lovely chrome!

Lol...it looks really tight on the front fender to me as well. If I were to hazard a guess I'd say a credit card wouldn't fit between the fender and the brace, but then again that's just a guess.

 

[Kiwikevin_imp]

I called Superbrace yesterday. Asked if they had more pics of their product mounted on a CB1100. They emailed me some pics today. I think I will order one.

Nice Photos, thank you for posting! What clearance is there between the brace and the chrome mudguard please? Just thinking about the potential for dirt / moisture / rust trap on our lovely chrome!

Lol...it looks really tight on the front fender to me as well. If I were to hazard a guess I'd say a credit card wouldn't fit between the fender and the brace, but then again that's just a guess.

Lol...it looks really tight on the front fender to me as well. If I were to hazard a guess I'd say a credit card wouldn't fit between the fender and the brace, but then again that's just a guess.
Yes I thought the same.

 

[the Ferret]

here is the clearance on the Superbrace on my 750 Nighthawk..basically nil

 

[Kiwikevin_imp]

here is the clearance on the Superbrace on my 750 Nighthawk..basically nil

Thanks Ferret, maybe I'm just paranoid..:-/

 

[xpacpal1x_imp]

I called Superbrace yesterday. Asked if they had more pics of their product mounted on a CB1100. They emailed me some pics today. I think I will order one.

Nice Photos, thank you for posting! What clearance is there between the brace and the chrome mudguard please? Just thinking about the potential for dirt / moisture / rust trap on our lovely chrome!

Lol...it looks really tight on the front fender to me as well. If I were to hazard a guess I'd say a credit card wouldn't fit between the fender and the brace, but then again that's just a guess.

Lol...it looks really tight on the front fender to me as well. If I were to hazard a guess I'd say a credit card wouldn't fit between the fender and the brace, but then again that's just a guess.
I just went out to the garage to check. A piece of paper won't fit through between the entire span underneath the "Superbrace" logo. I don't know if that's good or bad, or even if it was manufacturer's intent. Unfortunately, I don't remember how machined and polished the underside of the brace is, as I didn't put it on myself...plus the fact that I also held an in-production unit during my visit, so I fear I might be confusing the in-process surface of that sample with a finished product. I doubt it will rust out for me, but I don't ride in the rain. In defense of Superbrace, it looks like a tight fit. I won't be taking mine off soley for that reason, but I suppose a layer of silicone sealant applied between the brace and the fender could ensure that debris don't access the area beneath the brace. If the installer had attempted that, I'd have declined, saying I first would want to see if it works for me.

Again, and as I've said before, I could feel a difference, even on non-challenging routes, and tasks as mundane as changing lanes at low speeds. The improvement was an eye opener for me, as this is my first motorcycle (I am a long-time cyclist) and I'm not familar with how changes in equipment influence a motorcycle's handling characteristics.

 

[Kiwikevin_imp]

I called Superbrace yesterday. Asked if they had more pics of their product mounted on a CB1100. They emailed me some pics today. I think I will order one.

Nice Photos, thank you for posting! What clearance is there between the brace and the chrome mudguard please? Just thinking about the potential for dirt / moisture / rust trap on our lovely chrome!

Lol...it looks really tight on the front fender to me as well. If I were to hazard a guess I'd say a credit card wouldn't fit between the fender and the brace, but then again that's just a guess.

Lol...it looks really tight on the front fender to me as well. If I were to hazard a guess I'd say a credit card wouldn't fit between the fender and the brace, but then again that's just a guess.
I just went out to the garage to check. A piece of paper won't fit through between the entire span underneath the "Superbrace" logo. I don't know if that's good or bad, or even if it was manufacturer's intent. Unfortunately, I don't remember how machined and polished the underside of the brace is, as I didn't put it on myself...plus the fact that I also held an in-production unit during my visit, so I fear I might be confusing the in-process surface of that sample with a finished product. I doubt it will rust out for me, but I don't ride in the rain. In defense of Superbrace, it looks like a tight fit. I won't be taking mine off soley for that reason, but I suppose a layer of silicone sealant applied between the brace and the fender could ensure that debris don't access the area beneath the brace. If the installer had attempted that, I'd have declined, saying I first would want to see if it works for me.

Again, and as I've said before, I could feel a difference, even on non-challenging routes, and tasks as mundane as changing lanes at low speeds. The improvement was an eye opener for me, as this is my first motorcycle (I am a long-time cyclist) and I'm not familar with how changes in equipment influence a motorcycle's handling characteristics.

Lol...it looks really tight on the front fender to me as well. If I were to hazard a guess I'd say a credit card wouldn't fit between the fender and the brace, but then again that's just a guess.
I just went out to the garage to check. A piece of paper won't fit through between the entire span underneath the "Superbrace" logo. I don't know if that's good or bad, or even if it was manufacturer's intent. Unfortunately, I don't remember how machined and polished the underside of the brace is, as I didn't put it on myself...plus the fact that I also held an in-production unit during my visit, so I fear I might be confusing the in-process surface of that sample with a finished product. I doubt it will rust out for me, but I don't ride in the rain. In defense of Superbrace, it looks like a tight fit. I won't be taking mine off soley for that reason, but I suppose a layer of silicone sealant applied between the brace and the fender could ensure that debris don't access the area beneath the brace. If the installer had attempted that, I'd have declined, saying I first would want to see if it works for me.

Again, and as I've said before, I could feel a difference, even on non-challenging routes, and tasks as mundane as changing lanes at low speeds. The improvement was an eye opener for me, as this is my first motorcycle (I am a long-time cyclist) and I'm not familar with how changes in equipment influence a motorcycle's handling characteristics.
Thanks for taking the time to look and answer. It certainly looks great and I'm interested by how much of a difference you feel it has made. Very tempted myself actually!

 

[Ole]

I am the worlds worst photog
And my basement is dark
I put a Superbrace with fork protectors on the CB today

Still snow and cold here in WI so no ride review but it does look nice
nicer than my pics fer sure

 

[flynrider]

I really like those fork protectors. When I looked on the Superbrace website, it seems that they only offer models without fork protectors for the CB11. Is this something new?