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Any issues about lowering the back only??

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Old Jan 5, 2012 | 03:41 PM
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I just installed my 11in progressive's, and I think it will look nice with only the back lowered, but i'm wondering if there are any issues doing it, my biggest concern is about handling??
Does anyone tried it and could help me choose if I get the drop ins or not!!
 
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Old Jan 5, 2012 | 03:49 PM
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Maybe some minor riding adjustments on your part to get used to the feel.
 
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Old Jan 5, 2012 | 03:55 PM
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you should be fine with just the rear lowered
 
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Old Jan 5, 2012 | 04:04 PM
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I'd like to add that i'm planning to put some 12 or 14in apes too...
 
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Old Jan 5, 2012 | 04:12 PM
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Apes will definitely diminish so handling qualities but nothing you can't handle.
 
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Old Jan 5, 2012 | 04:35 PM
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lowered the rear only and running 16" apes. love it, no handling issues at all.
 
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Lowered back only with 14" apes. No probs!
 
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Old Jan 5, 2012 | 05:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Stag556
Apes will definitely diminish so handling qualities but nothing you can't handle.
This is a myth, apes will not change how the bike handles, they may change how you ride, but they don't change the bike itself.
 
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I lowered the rear only on my Dyna. You might notice a slight difference in the handling and ride, but you get accustomed to it pretty quick and it doesn't diminish the capabilities in the bike in any way.
 
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Originally Posted by Robbie13
Lowered back only with 14" apes. No probs!
how tall are you? I'm only 5'8 and without lowering the front with 14'', I don't know if it would be too high for me.. that's why I was thinking 12's
 
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