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Old Jul 21, 2009 | 10:15 AM
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what is the easiest method to lower my 04 dyna? is it just a matter of changing shocks or do i need some kind of lowering kit? i need it be about 2 inches lower. any suggestions?
 
Old Jul 21, 2009 | 10:28 AM
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Buy shorter shocks and check your clearances. I don't think two inches is feasable but I don't know for sure.
 
Old Jul 21, 2009 | 10:45 AM
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Originally Posted by sgtgrim35
what is the easiest method to lower my 04 dyna? is it just a matter of changing shocks or do i need some kind of lowering kit? i need it be about 2 inches lower. any suggestions?
Since you asked what is the easiest way, I found that getting a Fat GF is the easiest. The nicest thing about fat chicks is they all come with different degree of fatness, so you can pick how low you want for different rides. However, pls make sure you adjust tire pressure accordingly for safety.
Good luck...........
 
Old Jul 21, 2009 | 11:47 AM
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Company called Burly makes a lowering kit for that bike. It will drop 1 1/2". Cheaper than shocks, you can still adjust your stock ones for the ride, and it looks way better than a fat chick.
 
Old Jul 21, 2009 | 12:03 PM
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2" is too much. That's bar hopper/show bike. 1" will have a noticable impact on handling. You can cheaply and easily lower the connection point of the shocks by 1" with a bracket. 2" is going to take a lot more if you want to ride further than the nearest bar. See how you like 1" before you try something radical. Also consider a reach seat to lower you rather than the bike. This is your suspension. It may not be obvious but it has a big impact on your handling. It isn't just a way to lower the seat.
 
Old Jul 21, 2009 | 05:20 PM
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I bought a whole kit from Burly called the Slammer Kit. It included adjustable shocks for the rear, and springs and spacers for the fork tubes. Took less than 45 minutes to install and Lowered the rear about 2" and the front about 1.5". I like it a lot. Sorry I don't believe I have any current pics. The one in my sig is prior to lowering. no clearance issues, a little stiffer ride, but better handling. Except my rear pipe contacts the battery cover when hitting very large bumps.
 
Old Jul 21, 2009 | 07:41 PM
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experience talking here as i own a 04 superglide that i lowered 2" front and rear. the least expensive way to drop your bike is by purchasing a lowering kit that uses shorter shocks (avoid lowering blocks , unless your budget limmits you to them ). progressive ,burly both good quality stuff. asfar as adversely affecting the ride i have logged more than 12k miles since mods were made including 5 trips to the dragons tail (deals gap N.C )for what it's worth just my two cents from the cheap seats with the rest of the sinners
 
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