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07-04-19, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by JaccoW

Just don't spring for the XL-FDD version with modern housing as Smutpedaller did on his Raleigh Superbe. It made the fork steer really light one evening...

Well, no large diameter drum for this thing then. Really wouldn't mind a long-reach brake that would fit, but the R559 interferes with any hope of mounting, and the 900A may fit with some patience - but chances are it'll still interfere with the edges of the fender.

-Kurt

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