ABS fork bracket

[twinshock2]

Anyone had to deal with a broken ABS sensor bracket on a (K25) it's cast into the lower fork slider and it's broken off as I forgot to take the disc lock off! I know dumb mistake and one I'll hopefully not repeat, however just wondered if anyone has come up with a solution other than replacing the whole fork slider? I intend to have a go at fabricating a new holder / bracket, the sensor unit is very light weight, so just need to make sure it's close and square to the sensor ring.

 

[TLSgazza]

Could it be welded back on.
I'd be tempted to use some JBweld and stick it back on. Really strong adhesive that can be applied then sanded down to a nice finish. As it's a low stress fixture it should be fine.

 

[twinshock2]

Could it be welded back on.
I'd be tempted to use some JBweld and stick it back on. Really strong adhesive that can be applied then sanded down to a nice finish. As it's a low stress fixture it should be fine.

Thanks for the advice, problem is the lugs that support the bracket are bent and as we all know the will just break if I try to straighten them... Die Cast Aluminium not easy to weld but doable although beond my skill set.. I will look into JBweld but still thing fabrication a new bracket will be my best option..

 

[Slipperyeel]

I wonder if you could 3D print something? Would need to be PC as it needs to be really rigid... Could be designed in such a way so it would clamp onto the bottom most section of the leg?

Not in front of the bike right now to see if there's room to do that, just thinking aloud.

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[twinshock2]

Not a bad thought, although I've never done any 3D printing. In the end I used JB Weld and more than happy with the end result. Legs are a bit lumpy now but as its low down on the fork so you dont notice it (blind man would be pleased to see it) the main thing is its secure and the ABS is working again, set the gap at .6 mm with a feeler gauge clamped it that position and left it for 24 hours. Final plus point it was a cheap fix

 

[TLSgazza]

Not a bad thought, although I've never done any 3D printing. In the end I used JB Weld and more than happy with the end result. Legs are a bit lumpy now but as its low down on the fork so you dont notice it (blind man would be pleased to see it) the main thing is its secure and the ABS is working again, set the gap at .6 mm with a feeler gauge clamped it that position and left it for 24 hours. Final plus point it was a cheap fix

Nice fix. That's why I suggested JB weld. It's good stuff.

 

[Slipperyeel]

Not a bad thought, although I've never done any 3D printing. In the end I used JB Weld and more than happy with the end result. Legs are a bit lumpy now but as its low down on the fork so you dont notice it (blind man would be pleased to see it) the main thing is its secure and the ABS is working again, set the gap at .6 mm with a feeler gauge clamped it that position and left it for 24 hours. Final plus point it was a cheap fix

Looks quite neat actually

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[twinshock2]

Yes I agree, it's good stuff. First time I've used and probably not the last..

Nice fix. That's why I suggested JB weld. It's good stuff

 

[twinshock2]

Looks quite neat actually

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Thanks