springer stem too short.

[Salty Dog]

I got a springer for my XS650. put the new 1" bearing but when I put it all together the stem isn't long enough to put the top nut on. Do I need a longer stem or a different neck stem sleeve. actually looked online for different sizes but nothing. not sure what to do. Ill put some pics to help out. any help would be great thanks.

 

[Reid]

It doesnt look like you have shortened the nut

 

[Salty Dog]

Do you mean I have to cut down the long nut?

 

[XSLeo]

The stem is too short because the springer was designed to fit a Harley frame. The Harley neck is shorter.
Yes, shorten the nut. Works just fine. Either that or replace the stem with a longer one. Shortening the nut is much easier.
Leo

 

[Lester]

There is NO HOPE what so ever for the springer to ever work on your bike.
Don't waste any more time on it, stock is fine.
I will be more than happy to help you discard of the springer so it woun't be in your way distracting your progress.



Just kidding of'course... XSLeo is right on