Putting it on the ground
Cruiser
Joined: Aug 2008
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From: Middle Georgia
Ok I just bought a 06 ultra classic that I got a real good deal on. I'm looking to make a bagger out of it. (looking for ideals) I want to lower it as low as possible. I know they make kits and shocks that will get it down 1" to 3". I'm looking maybe to go even lower. Has anyone out there ever tried this and if so what parts did you change (shocks, kits, swing arms, tires and wheels etc) and where did you get them and if you ran into any problems (before or after installing). All suggestion and ideals welcome. Thanks
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Joined: Aug 2010
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From: Long Island, NY
What the heck you think an Ultra Classic is?? It's known as a bagger...
Idea - a thought, plan, or suggestion about what to do.
Ideal - exactly right for a particular purpose, situation, or person.
Now let's use them in a sentence...
Buying the motorcycle was a bad idea.
He bought the ideal motorcycle.
Idea - a thought, plan, or suggestion about what to do.
Ideal - exactly right for a particular purpose, situation, or person.
Now let's use them in a sentence...
Buying the motorcycle was a bad idea.
He bought the ideal motorcycle.
never heard of the search function, or maybe you have but it isn't rocket science to learn how to use if for the most part......
if that fails...... stand next to your bike, stand it up and put the kick stand in the riding position and quickly let go of the bike and move away.....BAM ON THE GROUND!
if that fails...... stand next to your bike, stand it up and put the kick stand in the riding position and quickly let go of the bike and move away.....BAM ON THE GROUND!
Tourer
Joined: Sep 2012
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From: Queen Creek, AZ
Be cautious when making decisions to "slam" it low. Baggers are wide and WILL SCRAPE while cornering. Google search Baggers with air suspension to find plenty of info on the subject.
I don't think that you're going to get much support here with your question. Keep in mind that you have entered a touring forum. Most here do mods that improve the touring experience, rather than compromising the ride by turning them into a grocery getters.
In whatever decision you make... Good luck and ride safe!
I don't think that you're going to get much support here with your question. Keep in mind that you have entered a touring forum. Most here do mods that improve the touring experience, rather than compromising the ride by turning them into a grocery getters.
In whatever decision you make... Good luck and ride safe!
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Joined: Jan 2013
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From: Vermont
I have an 06, I bought the LA Choppers lowering blocks. It drops the shocks 1" without changing the angle of the shocks so the ride quality doesn't suffer. One thing you need to keep in mind is that the wiring harness for the signals and taillights runs on the top unde the fender, If you go to low you can rub the tire against the wire and have some issues.
HD had the Street glide shocks that are 1" lower, and there are many aftermarket companies that have lowered shocks. (progressive comes to mind)
I have a Tour pak quick detach hardware kit for mine and I removed the saddlebag rails changed out the big lolly pop rear signals, mounted my plate below the taillight, added fillers between the bags and fenders.When running without the trunk, I put on a low profile seat. These kind of mods will point you in the direction (looks wise) that you are going for. A slimmer front wheel and shorty windshield will also add to a sleeker look.
Welcome to the forum, you will learn a lot here, but you will take some harassing as well (as you can see by some of the posts)
HD had the Street glide shocks that are 1" lower, and there are many aftermarket companies that have lowered shocks. (progressive comes to mind)
I have a Tour pak quick detach hardware kit for mine and I removed the saddlebag rails changed out the big lolly pop rear signals, mounted my plate below the taillight, added fillers between the bags and fenders.When running without the trunk, I put on a low profile seat. These kind of mods will point you in the direction (looks wise) that you are going for. A slimmer front wheel and shorty windshield will also add to a sleeker look.
Welcome to the forum, you will learn a lot here, but you will take some harassing as well (as you can see by some of the posts)
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Joined: Oct 2013
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From: Marietta Ohio
Hi Steelerdude1
I am in the process of putting the docking kit on my bike. I was looking at your pic's and wanted to know about the crome cones where the lic bracket was. I want to remove the bar too and wondered what you did there. Did you buy a bracket with the cones on them or cut your bar off and put cones on some how?
I am in the process of putting the docking kit on my bike. I was looking at your pic's and wanted to know about the crome cones where the lic bracket was. I want to remove the bar too and wondered what you did there. Did you buy a bracket with the cones on them or cut your bar off and put cones on some how?
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