Need some help.

[Cleaner Man]

My '97 Standard has developed a rear fender problem. It is bending down, and is slightly mis-shaped (sagging).  And now I've noticed a crack on the right side. Does anyone know about a repair, or do I need to replace the tail light section of the fender ($600-$700)?  Are there used fenders available?  Any and all help is appreciated!

[Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005]

My '97 Standard has developed a rear fender problem. It is bending down, and is slightly mis-shaped (sagging).  And now I've noticed a crack on the right side. Does anyone know about a repair, or do I need to replace the tail light section of the fender ($600-$700)?  Are there used fenders available?  Any and all help is appreciated! :'(

Have you tighten it up ( 2 ) bolts ? Big Mike has several fenders and is a VRCC vendor  www.valkyrieblingandmore.com

[Hoser]

I think the middle bolt that also holds the rear seat may have stripped out.  Drill it out and replace with a bolt and nut if  it has.  Hoser

[ricoman]

I think the middle bolt that also holds the rear seat may have stripped out.  Drill it out and replace with a bolt and nut if  it has.  Hoser

Hoser is on track. Try this first.

[Willow]

Once it has started to crack the only repair for that fender piece involves welding and painting.  When mine did that it was the long term result of a slight bump to the rear fender and the resulting stress.

There are used pieces available.  If you're fortunate you'll find one in your color.

[Ken Tarver]

google Pinwal for used parts

Ken

[Kylenav]

+1 on pinwall.  They have several on there E-bay store at all times.  Shouldn't cost more than $200 usually.  They often have an assortment of colors so maybe you will get lucky.

[9Ball]

My '97 Standard has developed a rear fender problem. It is bending down, and is slightly mis-shaped (sagging).  And now I've noticed a crack on the right side. Does anyone know about a repair, or do I need to replace the tail light section of the fender ($600-$700)?  Are there used fenders available?  Any and all help is appreciated!

that was a known problem on the '97 model year, early production bikes.  Honda used to replace them under warranty when they were new.  You're a bit outside that now, even if you had bought the extended 4 year warranty.

As others have stated, you'll either need to weld and repaint or find a replacement.

Good luck with it.