Lowering a crossbones
Intermediate
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 37
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From: SW ohio
Generally,..........at some point i believe your trail degree/angle will change if you don't drop both ends Equally.I dont believe it gets too bad with a small drop though ? anybody??? ill be lowering also and would like some specifics from anybody who REALLY knows. i know on my old Sporty i was 1 in. back 1/2 inch front just bumping the Tree down with no major effects, Softail?? im also....wondering ......
Tourer
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 330
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From: Cold Lake Alberta, Canada
+1 for this kit on my 09
Do this kit...
http://www.softailloweringkit.com/index.html
I had it on my bike in less than 30 minutes! It is a great kit and rides awesome. Just by design it is WAY more trustworthy than the common lowering bolts all over eBay. As with any other lowering kit, you will want to stiffen up your shocks once these are installed.
Mike
http://www.softailloweringkit.com/index.html
I had it on my bike in less than 30 minutes! It is a great kit and rides awesome. Just by design it is WAY more trustworthy than the common lowering bolts all over eBay. As with any other lowering kit, you will want to stiffen up your shocks once these are installed.
Mike
Cruiser
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 170
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From: SL,UT
I had the lowering bolts installed on my 2010 bones no issues at all, easy install the ride suffered a lil though.
If you can afford it, go with Air Ride ShotGun Shocks.
Some pics of mine with Air installed.
If you can afford it, go with Air Ride ShotGun Shocks.
Some pics of mine with Air installed.
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From: Texas! Ya mean there's someplace else?
Generally,..........at some point i believe your trail degree/angle will change if you don't drop both ends Equally.I dont believe it gets too bad with a small drop though ? anybody??? ill be lowering also and would like some specifics from anybody who REALLY knows. i know on my old Sporty i was 1 in. back 1/2 inch front just bumping the Tree down with no major effects, Softail?? im also....wondering ......
Road Master
Joined: Jul 2009
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I dropped the rear of my Bones 2" with Arlen Ness bolts. Rides great! Don't even notice a difference on the highway. In town...you have to be careful of potholes and significant bumps. I will say, I've never experienced fatigue or any discomfort from doing the mod. I used to say I'd upgrade to air-ride eventually. But, the bolts were only $70, maybe less. And, I've been so happy with the results, I haven't seen a need to upgrade.
Cruiser
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 173
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From: Albany, NY
[quote=Ash16;9223675]Check out member Milty's bike. Dropped in front and back. Has to be one of the best looking Bones on here!
What exhaust is that you have on your bike?
What exhaust is that you have on your bike?
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From: Rowlett, Texas
[QUOTE=Five7Hemi;9305403]If you're talking about mine they're Bassani Pro Streets but if you're talking about Miltys then I don't know.