BDX vs. 16 and up front end

[dunatyk]

Looking at possibly changing up the front end on my 15 HCR and was curious what others think works better. I have a 16 also so I know what to expect from that front end but the BDX is closely priced to Cats front end kit so I want some feedback from others who have ridden both

 

[nosajlleb]

There new front end looks to mimic the 16. If the quality is like the last abortion they had on the 14s I'd stick with Cat.

 

[hughesfoundation]

Stay with the Cat ones, BDX replaced mine when they broke (both times). Have really banged my 16 Cat ones and no problems, plus easier to get replacements if needed.

 

[matt159]

just use the '16 cat front end

I put a 16 front on my 13 prolite last spring after tweaking mine with a few "easy" hits. I don't see any reason to go to the trouble of installing the alternate mount points (I think throttle bodies may have to come off??) for the new BDX front end vs. 16 cat which will bolt right up. I am sure it is a little lighter, but I was not impressed with the durability of my 13 BDX a-arms & spindles... both bent too easily IMO.

& Andy @ gas shock repair shortened & reconditioned the shocks for $98 + shipping.

 

[dunatyk]

Thanks Gents that's the feedback I was after

 

[boondocker97]

Also FYI the old BDX front end was only 1.5# lighter than the '16+ geometry upper arm and spindle I just put on my 2014.

 

[fishstick]

Barcode 365. kit. Better than stock and BDX