lowering a dyna
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Joined: Jun 2014
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From: Redmond, OR
For lowering properly go Progressive 100%
Just finished lowering a 2008 Fat Bob. 1" of lowering makes a HUGE difference. I have a 28" inseam and the 1" lowering is the difference between standing on your toes at stops and flat footing it. I haven't noticed any appreciable difference in cornering clearances and I ride fairly aggressively. Haven't dragged anything yet.
The best bang for the buck I found was on Amazon with Progressive 430 Shocks 1" shorter Than OEM and the matching front end lowering kit which is good for a 1" (or 2") lowering solution. $360 & $97 respectively for the most widely sold brand. They're the best buy I could find anywhere.
NOTE: on the front end lowering kit they can cut the METAL OEM 2" spacer in half rather than use a piece of PVC. The factory uses METAL right. It only makes sense.
NOTE 2: Be judicious on the pre-load for the front end. Low body weight can make a front end very stiff. Let the suspension absorb the shock, not the rider.
Another not so obvious lowering technique is to invest in a good quality low slung seat. I'd recommend a Corbin.
The best bang for the buck I found was on Amazon with Progressive 430 Shocks 1" shorter Than OEM and the matching front end lowering kit which is good for a 1" (or 2") lowering solution. $360 & $97 respectively for the most widely sold brand. They're the best buy I could find anywhere.
NOTE: on the front end lowering kit they can cut the METAL OEM 2" spacer in half rather than use a piece of PVC. The factory uses METAL right. It only makes sense.
NOTE 2: Be judicious on the pre-load for the front end. Low body weight can make a front end very stiff. Let the suspension absorb the shock, not the rider.
Another not so obvious lowering technique is to invest in a good quality low slung seat. I'd recommend a Corbin.
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Joined: Apr 2014
Posts: 425
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From: Fayetteville NC
I would just buy the burly slammer kit. Comes with everything ya need to lower front and rear. Plus I believe the shocks are made by progressive. It shouldn't bottom out, however, when you lower a bike, you reduce the amount of travel. This will result in a stiffer ride.
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