I used the old H-D springers on several outfits over the years and still do on one. Considering the possibility of internal rusting on old parts and the abuse I put to my rigs I would say the springers are strong enough. I can't imagine Harley making their newer parts less strong than the older stuff.

Marie and I rode a T500 Suzuki and Avon sidecar one year around 1970 in Brampton. Think I have a pic some where of it in the snow. Paul

I have a V Strom 1000 with a  Velorex 700 that works amazing .

Doug Smith wrote:

One problem I'm having is finding a bike with enough frame locations to attach the struts. Does the VStrom have a full frame? Any problems finding mounts and locations?

Hi..yes im considering that id go further and put Fatboy wheels on it mine is a 2003 883r

Thanks for the suggestion. My payload is more than the bike so im not totally convince my sportster should be updated. That said dont want a bigger rodeo!  i go solo sometimes.

Doug