Raked front end?

Reply Subscribe

Thread Tools

Search this Thread

Dec 29, 2009 | 12:12 PM

#31

SeMiGoD

Thread Starter

Tourer

Joined: Sep 2009

Posts: 373

Likes: 0

From: Lincoln, ND

Talked to Kurt from Seeger Cycle and had a damn good convo. Im gonna go with a 5 degree 4 inch over. They had a pic on the site thats pretty close to the look i want. Makes a nice noticable difference! Thanks for all the input and advice!
Tom

Dec 29, 2009 | 04:54 PM

#32

Alain

Elite HDF Member

Joined: Jul 2008

Posts: 4,762

Likes: 12

From: north jersey

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rocker_Dan

Hey Alain, really?? while it did change the characteristics of the bike I now find it easier to turn at low speeds and find the front more willing to kinda flop into a slow turn...oversteer i guess...

Not sure if its a good thing for everyone but for me I found it easier to ride slow ang generally more manageable all round...

just my .02 tho...

i agree with you, i guess i didn't use the correct words.

the bike turns with ease, i just feel like i have to muscle it to get the front wheel straight again while at low speeds.

does that make better sense?

Dec 29, 2009 | 05:25 PM

#33

06kustom

Cruiser

Joined: Apr 2008

Posts: 119

Likes: 0

I had a pro builder rake my frame, he did one hella of a job can't even tell the frame was altered. The ride is like riding a stock bike. Frame 40 degrees, trees 4 degrees, and 2 inch over on forks. I opt for the prostreet look.

Last edited by 06kustom; Dec 29, 2009 at 05:31 PM.

Dec 31, 2009 | 04:48 PM

#34

primostoy

Tourer

Joined: Jun 2009

Posts: 366

Likes: 1

From: Savannah, Ga.

I have the Seeger kit installed on my '05 1200 Custom, added rake is 13 degrees and 8" added to the length of the tubes, the bike handles great and looks awesome too. It will feel a little awkward the first time you ride it, kind of makes the bike feel heavier at low speeds, as far as wobble at higher speeds, I've been up to 90 mph with no problems, any faster, well I don't need to go faster than that.
Anyway I love the looks and ride of my bike now, good luck and keep us informed...

Dec 31, 2009 | 05:49 PM

#35

SeMiGoD

Thread Starter

Tourer

Joined: Sep 2009

Posts: 373

Likes: 0

From: Lincoln, ND

Quote:

Originally Posted by primostoy

Ive made the decision already, im goin 5 degree and 4 over BUT i have 2 more questions for Kurt i forgot to ask. Maybe primostoy you can help.
With the new stance of raised front end, will i need a longer kickstand and are there tapped holes in the trees so i can keep my rigid mounted windshield. Thanks! Also, mind showing a couple pics of your sporty?
Tom

Jan 1, 2010 | 03:12 PM

#36

primostoy

Tourer

Joined: Jun 2009

Posts: 366

Likes: 1

From: Savannah, Ga.

The kickstand s/b ok, as far as the windshield, I don't know, I don't have one on my bike, anyway, good luck, and I know you are going to be pleased with the outcome...

Jan 2, 2010 | 01:47 PM

#37

fatrain

3rd Gear

Joined: Mar 2007

Posts: 7

Likes: 0

Quote:

Originally Posted by primostoy

Be careful with that kit, I had the same on my 05 night train..my lower triple tree came off (pin that holds the yoke to the braket came out) doing 60mph... NOT a fun experience....dislocated shoulder and some road rashes...