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Old Apr 19, 2008 | 11:44 PM
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Great Forum All,

Lowering kit on the ’08 Deluxe? Is there a significant handling difference?
What positive of negative feedback or experience have you or anyone you know experienced?

Do I have to lower the front end as well?

Thanks,

Andy
 
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Old Apr 20, 2008 | 01:27 AM
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I wouldn't do it, we ran down to the smoke out last summer and ran the blue ridge for a bit, if my bike sat any lower I don't think I would have anylower pipe left. I thought the bike sat dam low already I know I can comeinto a corner harder (easyer) than I should. Take care.
 
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Old Apr 20, 2008 | 04:48 AM
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I lowered the rear end last week and I love it. Increased the rake, better riding position.

Drawbacks - stiffer ride (you'll feel more bumps), gotta readjust the headlight, may find your seat (especially stock) isn't as comfy as it was.
 
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Old Apr 20, 2008 | 06:10 AM
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I have VH Longshots that almost bottom out already but I love the look of the bike lower. Is there a way to raise the pipes? Can you just lower the front or does that look funny?
 
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