Lowering Kit
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Cruiser
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From: Parker, CO
Lowering Kit
I bought my 2012 1200 Custom used. This is my first Harley so I'm discovering things that were added to the bike. I just realized today that a lowering kit was put on it.
My question is this. Does it really make a difference if I leave it on there compared to stock? It has the stock shocks on it. I wouldn't mind a taller bike since I'm 6'2.
I know that I could just take them off and see what it looks like. I'm curious what you all think.
My question is this. Does it really make a difference if I leave it on there compared to stock? It has the stock shocks on it. I wouldn't mind a taller bike since I'm 6'2.
I know that I could just take them off and see what it looks like. I'm curious what you all think.
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Another one for stock.
I've used one of those lower kits before. They do a good job of lowering the seat but they cause the shock not to work as it should. A shorter progressive shock is much better but also a lot more expensive.
I've used one of those lower kits before. They do a good job of lowering the seat but they cause the shock not to work as it should. A shorter progressive shock is much better but also a lot more expensive.
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Cruiser
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From: Parker, CO
Thank you for the responses. I was leaning that way and you all just confirmed what I wanted to do. Thanks!
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A bit softer ride due to a better shock angle for absorbing the bumps
Less lean angle before scraping
Feet closer to the ground when stopped
Without the lowering blocks you have the following:
A bit harsher ride because of the inferior stock shocks and shock angle
Better lean angle before scraping
A bit quicker (more responsive) steering
Feet further from the ground when stopped
So it depends on which benefits you want.
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