Dennis Sy wrote:
>
> Hi guys, I was just wondering what would happen if I raised the forks by
> 30mm by loosening the triple clamp's pinch bolts to achieve a lower, meaner
> look? Would there be any clearance problems? How will it affect the ride and
> handling of the bike?
/snip
I also slid my fork tubes up the triple clamps 1.25". Of course, this
can only be done to '93 and newer bikes. I installed Progressive 11.5"
418 shocks on the rear. Bike sits much lower and being 5'8", I can now
sit on the bike flatfooted on the ground. As you may have already
heard, the bike will "throw" better in the corners. I use stock air
pressure (if any) in my fork tubes. The only problem you may have is
ground clearance if you have Hindle or Holeshot 4-1 exhaust. I've
whacked my lower exhaust tube three times since I've lowered it, twice
on RH turns and once on a speed bump. I'm a bit more careful now. I
will probably change my exhaust to a 4-2 next summer. It looks better
and will give a few more ponies.
If you don't like the way the bike performs you can easily move the
tubes back down.
Good luck,
PDA
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