Lowered Softails
Intermediate
Joined: Oct 2007
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From: orlando, fl
Mine is dropped using white brothers lowering kit also. However, Since I went with a 18" rim, the overall drop is less, since the height of rim + tire is taller than stock. It's as low as I want to go for now, without getting my back jolted going over bumps in the road. But definitely recommend it with a more aggressive look.
R.I.P. BROTHER
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 3,076
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From: Colorado Springs
2.5" El-Cheapo E-Bay kit on the rear, 1" progressive drop in the front. Its a rough one. Til' I can afford otherwise I'm sticking with the ruff-rider tho'. Front is coming down another inch to get the full 2" drop as it still looks "Chopperish" IMO.
Tourer
Joined: Mar 2009
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if you are just trying to get a little more "flat footed" you can lower the rear only for well under $100. it can make a huge difference (though the ride will be slightly harder)
you really dont need to lower the front (which is considerably more expensive)
you really dont need to lower the front (which is considerably more expensive)
R.I.P. BROTHER
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 3,076
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From: Colorado Springs
Takes an hour or two to install.
Rides way better than the stock springs IMO.
Grand HDF Member
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 4,624
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From: Newcastle, Ca.
Installed used Deluxe shocks, lowered an inch. When Im riding it its lower... lol Only had 300 miles on them and cost $80. Lowered just enough to take away the dirt bike look but keep a good ride and not change handling...
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 7,439
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From: 'Noke, VA
Was looking real hard at air suspension, but I just can't justify $1500 for a decent setup. I'll probably go with Progressive 422s for the rear. As far as I can tell, I'm stuck with the front, as I can't find anyone who makes lowering springs for the inverted forks.
R.I.P. BROTHER
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 3,076
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From: Colorado Springs
Yours looks cool kinda high in the front anyhow though....Mine looked like a Mini-chopper gone wrong. It had to come down.
