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Old Oct 31, 2010 | 08:13 PM
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2008 fxdf, 25k.. Would like to lower this winter; blocks in rear;
not sure what in front? Only want an inch or so. Front end always
seemed a little soft to me' hand full of front brake will bottom
forks. Metzler tires.. Still get some wobble in tight sweepers'
any info will be thankfull. Thanks
 
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Old Oct 31, 2010 | 08:24 PM
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I lowered the front of mine by sliding the forks up the trees 1" and changed the oil to the SE Heavy type... it works fine.
 
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Old Oct 31, 2010 | 08:30 PM
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Read post about blocks before you do blocks, I suggest shorter rear shocks.
 
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If you're wobbling in the turns, try True Track.
 
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