How low can I go?

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Mar 11, 2009 | 09:40 PM

rotorcrazy

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How low can I go?

I have an '07 RK Custom with stock rear shocks. Those shocks are already 1" lower than the rest of the touring bikes except for the Street Glide which has the same set up. If I drop the rear end one more inch will that cause any problems for me? That would be two inches lower than a stock touring bike.

Thanks for the help.

Mar 11, 2009 | 09:51 PM

Lucky 13

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I run 11" rear with no scrubbing. Might depend on how much weight you ride with. I'm 160 and the wife is 125

Mar 12, 2009 | 12:11 AM

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I was running a 1" lowering kit in the rear. I did not have any problems with bottoming out. I weigh 200lbs. I plan on riding 2 up and did not want to take a chance with this kit. I took it off this past weekend. With it removed I can tell a difference in the ride solo. Little smoother. I think it is the shock angle with the kit. If I drop it again I am going to do it through the shock. Talk with bitchin baggers. They modify your stock shock.