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Posted by Bucko
- April 14, 2019, 14:00:01 PMLowering would look cool IMHO - but you'll be dragging shit in the corners a lot I think (you'll occasionally drag stuff even with the stock shocks). Yo may also run into a problem with the fender knocking into the underside of the seat.
The rear of the 800 can be lowered by using different dog-bone lengths (I believe). Only option for the 1500 is shorter shocks. Several years ago I picked up some Honda VTX shocks (I think they're from a VTX) that were about an inch shorter than the OEM Drfiter shocks. Still havn't got around to putting them on ... one of these days...
Posted by what_the?!
- April 13, 2019, 19:53:02 PMi know this is one of my early posts, but ive searched and not found a definitive answer, so here goes... please before saying dont do it- im doing it. ive customsied bikes now for years..i like them as low as they can be, and im happy to sacrifice turning.
here are my questions if i may?...
1. is there a dog bone or link that governs the vertical range of the swingarm?..if so, has any lowering links been made- are they still around, and from where?
2. im having a frustrating time finding a heavy duty 11.5" progressive shock in black...they are the only ones i have found..open to suggestions.
the plan is to lower it at least 2 inches...
trying to get a light bar has also proved difficult..
light visors for the highway and main light would be good also. ..hoping the experienced folk here can help me build a unique bike...please dont get mad that im lowering it..