Lowering kit that doesn't negatively affect suspension?
Thread Starter
|
Road Master
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 856
Likes: 3
Lowering kit that doesn't negatively affect suspension?
I'm looking into lowering kits for a '10 touring bike. Hopefully those that understand suspension and lowering kits can enlighten me.
I'm Looking for a lowering kit for '10 touring bike that will move the bottom shock mounting point down, but keep the shocks at the correct angle and still allow them to work properly without compromising suspension travel or function. Ground clearance shouldn't be an issue cause these bikes have plenty to start with and stock 13" shocks.
Is there such a thing?
I'm Looking for a lowering kit for '10 touring bike that will move the bottom shock mounting point down, but keep the shocks at the correct angle and still allow them to work properly without compromising suspension travel or function. Ground clearance shouldn't be an issue cause these bikes have plenty to start with and stock 13" shocks.
Is there such a thing?
I'm looking into lowering kits for a '10 touring bike. Hopefully those that understand suspension and lowering kits can enlighten me.
I'm Looking for a lowering kit for '10 touring bike that will move the bottom shock mounting point down, but keep the shocks at the correct angle and still allow them to work properly without compromising suspension travel or function. Ground clearance shouldn't be an issue cause these bikes have plenty to start with and stock 13" shocks.
Is there such a thing?
I'm Looking for a lowering kit for '10 touring bike that will move the bottom shock mounting point down, but keep the shocks at the correct angle and still allow them to work properly without compromising suspension travel or function. Ground clearance shouldn't be an issue cause these bikes have plenty to start with and stock 13" shocks.
Is there such a thing?
Cruiser
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 181
Likes: 2
Cruiser
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 238
Likes: 0
From: monmouth county new jersey
tj products lowering kit, very nice kit and easy to install, just put this kit on my roadking last week and the bike rides great, keeps the shocks at the same angle as being mounyed right to the swing arm, send them an email i got my kit for 138 and had it in 4 days, super nice people to deal with, very friendly and answer email quick.
Thread Starter
|
Road Master
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 856
Likes: 3
tj products lowering kit, very nice kit and easy to install, just put this kit on my roadking last week and the bike rides great, keeps the shocks at the same angle as being mounyed right to the swing arm, send them an email i got my kit for 138 and had it in 4 days, super nice people to deal with, very friendly and answer email quick.
Their website says fits 2002-2007 only.... my bike is 2010. I have sent them an email so will see if it is compatible.
Trending Topics
Elite HDF Member
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 4,741
Likes: 45
From: Indian Land, SC
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 9,206
Likes: 372
From: Central Illinois, Between I-80 and I-74
The angle of the shocks doesn't change that much. Any method for lowering the rear of the bike will affect maximum lean angle in cornering. Unless the '09s and 10s are different the tire will bottom out against the fender before you reach the maximum travel of the stock shocks.
Road Warrior
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 1,432
Likes: 0
From: Central Florida, USA
SUspensions are systems. I f you change one component it becomes a compromise that affects others. I'd recommend you find a good shop that knows how to evaluate your goals and what you want to accomplish with the mod and then let them recommend a solution. WHen a suspension is designed everything from the tire pressures and sizes, wheel diameters and weights, shock performance and mounting, ride height and rake, front to rear weight ratios, spring rates, and sizes are all put into the equation. Be careful about just adding lowering blocks, or shorter springs or some such. It will affect the bike's dynamic responses and could have a severe impact on bike handling and safety.