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Old Dec 2, 2009 | 06:34 PM
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So I'm going to lower the front of my UC now.. What's the best kit to get that you guys have knowledge of? Thanks again...
 
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Old Dec 2, 2009 | 07:23 PM
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I went with the HD kit and lowered my front 1" and it looked great, handled great but I did lose a little bit on the ride quaility... meaning you can feel the big bumps alot more than when it was stock.
 
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Old Dec 2, 2009 | 07:40 PM
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I went with Progressive I lowered it an 1' not two and have a 21" front wheel. I do like the spring a lot, no more diving front end and the ride is firmer yes but still nice. They also have the new Monoforktube cartridge system looks cool and if it is from Progressive you know it is going to be quality. They also have a drop in lowering kits something else to look at. Like Progressive myself for whats it worth. Checkem out.
http://www.progressivesuspension.com/news.html
 
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Old Dec 2, 2009 | 10:10 PM
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Originally Posted by ICIBUY
I went with the HD kit and lowered my front 1" and it looked great, handled great but I did lose a little bit on the ride quaility... meaning you can feel the big bumps alot more than when it was stock.
Same here and agree
 
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Old Dec 3, 2009 | 04:58 AM
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You use the word 'best' I suggest you phone Howard at Motorcycle Metal, HDF sponsors.
 
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Old Dec 3, 2009 | 08:51 AM
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I am removing a set of almost new HD lowering kit from one of our members. I am sure he would sell it after the weekend once I receive it. You can ask in the Classified section under WTB.
 
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Old Dec 3, 2009 | 09:23 AM
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I am faceing the same delima? Don't know whether to go with the cheap {can't be seen} or the HD one. Feel either will do job. Just don't know.
 
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I used the Progressive Drop In kit, went full 2" drop. Ride is a bit rougher by handling is much improved.
 
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thanks for the input guys.. I would like to go with the full 2" drop as well.. Will the HD kit do that, or is it just 1"?
 
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