Lowering RK
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From: Victoria BC
Lowering RK
After riding my new RK I find it would be a better fit if it was about an inch lower. I am considering the HD lowering kit, I want to lower both front and back. My question is is this a DIY job or is it fairly complex requiring some specialty tools. I have fairly good mechanical ability.
Thanks for your input..
Thanks for your input..
Cruiser
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RE: Lowering RK
Have you thought about getting a lower seat or getting yours modified so you sit lower, then you wouldn't have to change the bike mechanically. www.meancitycycles.com
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From: santa rosa ca.
RE: Lowering RK
check the classifieds theres a set of streetglide shocks(1"lower than rk) forsale i think 80$ or try ebay same deal 100$ or so 12" shocks of either streetglide or road king custom. then you'll keep the stock ride and air setup
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From: 2000 Softail FXST
RE: Lowering RK
I just put Progressive 412s onthe rear of my RK lowering it one inch, cost $300. You'll need a socket wrench set, bluethread locker, torque wrench, alift for the bike and a low profile jack to hold the rear tire in place when removing the old shocks and then to raise the tire one inch toreinstall the bolts. I haven't done the front yet but I've been told it's more complicated and a little more expensive.
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RE: Lowering RK
DIY all the way, Arlene Ness sells a lowering kit for touring models. Easy to install drops bike 3/4 inch
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From: Southern Maryland
RE: Lowering RK
I installed the Shorter air shock on mine,I heard about the lowering kit but after looking at the result, the bags rubbing againts the shocks because the kit moves the shock away from the cavity in the bag. I elected to install the short air shocks instead. The DVD "Ride Like A Pro" recommends taking your seat and have a shop shave some foam off to lower the thickness of the seat.