[e.roc]

Newbie question, I did search the board some but since I am not sure what to call this thing, I have not found my answer. What is this piece in the center of the lower fork bridge? Can it be cut out and smoothed out? Not sure what to do with it.... Thanks for any insight that can be provided.

 

[66Sprint]

Well, originally that held the steering lock mechanism.... Yes, it can be carefully cut/ground off if you so choose....

 

[e.roc]

Awesome! I really could not understand why this was on the fork. I think that is the biggest issue buy a bike that was previously altered. Thank you for your help.

 

[DieselKrampus]

I ground mine off carefully using a Dremel and a variety of grinding bits, as well as the cutoff wheel attachment. If you take your time and go slowly, you can make it look like it was never there.