posted July 11, 2002 09:16 PM
Lowering links and dropping the front forks Well I just bought some lowering links for my 12 off of Spencer Cycle's website...only $35 and it brings the bike down 2-3 inches more which I cant wait for.
My question is...I'll probably have to drop the front forks down some to match up the lowering links...but how much do I need to drop the forks? Do I just do the same 2-3 inches that the lowering links are going to do, or is there a formula to figure it out?
All help here is appreciated cause I'm doing this over this upcoming weekend. Thanks!
posted July 12, 2002 04:31 AM
I wouldn't go more than an inch, the fork tubes get smaller, and they could drop down while your riding. I have mine 1/2" down, and it seems to work pretty good (when I'm not strapped and drag racing that is)
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posted July 12, 2002 09:44 AM
Beans...I was told that on the 2002 you can lower the forks 1 1/2 inches, and still strap it down...There is still clearance between the ram-air and fender!!!
posted July 12, 2002 02:35 PM
My 12 is a 2002 model. I'm not lowering the bike for racing or anything, but rather for my own comfort level when just generally riding.
posted July 13, 2002 05:12 PM
strapping the front end down with a tie down srap that was made for the front end so you can drag race.
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posted July 17, 2002 07:08 AM
quote:My 12 is a 2002 model. I'm not lowering the bike for racing or anything, but rather for my own comfort level when just generally riding.
I wouldn't strap it if you were not racing it. When I put a wheelie bar on my 12, I dropped the forks 1.5 inches. the forks don't taper till well after that point. I will caution you that even a 1.5 inch drop means that you are going to have to be careful when loading and unloading the bike. Everyday riding shouldn't be an issue, but if you put the bike in the back of a truck with a ramp, it's prolly gonna hicenter on the lower fairing/oilpan.
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Thanks for the good advice. No, I am not racing it. If I use lowering links to lower the bike 2 inches, then how much do you think I should drop the front forks?
Will it look stupid if I dont drop the front forks?
posted August 12, 2002 02:43 PM
If you lower the bike more than 1.5 inch you should get the kickstand cut or buy a nice alumunm one from spencers, which is what I did.
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posted August 12, 2002 05:20 PM
Beansbaxter, when you lower the front do one side at a time. If you loosen both sides at the same time you will have a hard time picking the front end back up. Just take your time and things should be fine.
posted August 13, 2002 01:15 PM
im getting my lowering links from muzzy tomorrow. if i set it on the middle hole (1.25 inches) how far should i drop the front forks...i was thinking a half inch. what do you guys think?
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posted August 13, 2002 05:02 PM
Edited By: SpencerCyclecom on 13 Aug 2002 18:03
Thanks for purchasing your links from us. Our kickstand is fully adjustable. You can move the stand from stock to a shorter lenght when desired.
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posted August 13, 2002 05:07 PM
I just went through this... the correct answer is to use a bubble protractor and lower the forks enough to conserve the same steering geometery as stock... post attn Sagot for specific instructions..... lowering the front is not just an "I think it should be this much" procedure...
posted August 13, 2002 05:30 PM
I ordered the kickstand that SpencerCycle has posted. The stand is very sweet and has that nice shine to it. I feel it was worth the money.
posted August 15, 2002 08:37 PM
I have two Kick stands.
One is a custom chop for when my bike is lowered.
The other is for when the bike is at full height track mode.
But I would but that Spencer Kickstand on my Christmas List.
posted August 16, 2002 01:14 AM
Doug,
as you might recall, I am a steady customer of yours, and have nothing but 110% praise for your stuff and even more, your customer support. No, make that 120%!
But, several of us have had to shorten yr adj kickstand another .75"?? (don't remember exactly) to use when the 12 is slammed. GREAT product and worth every penny in any event.
On the customer support side, I don't know how you personally have the time to yak with us at length. It is much appreciated that you never rush me off the phone, always patiently explaining newbie-type drag stuff, never giving the brush off. YOU DA MAN!!!! I'd like to see you run some day, and shake your hand.
I don't usually "gush" so much about customer support, but Doug deserves recognition.
quote:Thanks for purchasing your links from us. Our kickstand is fully adjustable. You can move the stand from stock to a shorter lenght when desired.
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You are the reason we advertise on this site and have been since day one.
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posted August 19, 2002 07:14 AM
Bought a set of muzzy lowering links for my 00 12 and I'm completely satisfied.
Couple of things.Fairing must be completely removed.On the 00,12 the forks have a taper below the lower triple clamp and can be raised 1/2 inch maximum.As for the rear lowering links a few suggestions.Use a rear stand to raise the rear of the bike.Remove rear hugger if you have one.Use an automotive sissor jack and apply slight pressure to the bottom suspension pivot taking care not to damage the grease fitting.Undo the exhaust canister hardware at the bracket if you have the stock pipe and let it hang loose.This is required so you can remove one of the linkage bolts by pulling down on the exhaust system for the required clearance.Remove all of the bolts for the bottom suspension including the bottom shock bolt.The pivot has to be removed to install the lowering links with the three holes to the bottom.You can now reinstall the pivot assembly and hardware loosely.With help from a freind,jack up the sissor jack so the you can reinstall the links to the top of the pivot assembly.The freind will steady the bike and prevent it from falling off the rear stand. Make sure to tighten all hardware.At 5'8" I can now place both feet flat on the ground,the front fender does not hit the scoop and all is well with the world again.I wish I would have done this mod first,as I can't believe how much more enjoyable this bike is now to ride.
posted August 19, 2002 07:46 AM
One more thing.The stock side stand will still work ,however if you are parking on a slight incline make sure the stand is on the low side.
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