blackbullet76
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posted January 20, 2007 10:14 AM
lowering straps
The local dragstrip will be starting test & tune next month. I was wanting to lower the bike just for the track and I figured straps would be best best for that. Couple questions, how much will this help on keeping the front wheel down, and are straps available for the rear or will I have to get the dogbones?
   
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BlackMagic14
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posted January 20, 2007 10:37 AM
For the rear you could technically put straps on it I have never seen it done but it wouldnt be a good idea!! the straps would eliminate SQUAT which is very important straps on the front end help ALOT I would also recommend sliding the front forks down about an inch you can buy a set of adjustable dogbones for around 70 bucks then you can rais eit back up pretty easily after you race... you could try patricksperformance.com for the dogbones
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lietoome
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posted January 20, 2007 10:48 AM
go with with adjustable lowering links and the lowering strap. Being a part-time drag racer, it makes it nice to drive to the track, slam, race, raise, and drive home. You might want to look into an adjustable kickstand to make life a little easier while you bike cools between runs.
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blackbullet76
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posted January 20, 2007 11:00 AM
K, thanks. I'll go with straps in the front and dogbones in the rear. I think ebay has the dogbones and I think I saw an adjustable kickstand the other day on there.
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lietoome
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posted January 20, 2007 11:06 AM
 Edited By: lietoome on 20 Jan 2007 11:09
not dogbones, but true adjustable lowering links.
I bought mine directly from spencer cycles. The dogbones work, but the adjustables make the ride home much more pleasant----especially on your lowers.
not sure if they are a site sponser, but their customer service is much like Brock's. They also carry a few items for the 14 that are not listed on their site---mirror block offs, etc.
http://www.spencercycle.com/
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stevewfl
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posted January 20, 2007 05:59 PM
suggestion: do it right and get the rear lowering links and front strap from brocksperformance.com
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stevewfl
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posted January 20, 2007 06:00 PM
Oh and the Brock's sticker that comes in the box may be good for another 3 horsepower.
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lietoome
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posted January 20, 2007 06:10 PM
Edited By: lietoome on 20 Jan 2007 18:10
take a look at both sights and compare the prices because the customer service is the same. If you want, I'll sell you my strap and links for 1 Grand 
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jeepersracing
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posted January 20, 2007 08:21 PM
i have a set of muzzy bones in stock for the zx14
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blackbullet76
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posted January 21, 2007 06:36 AM
$1000 bucks! What a deal!!! lol. I check out those sites, thanks!
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stevewfl
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posted January 21, 2007 11:23 AM
I typically used Brocks not only because they are #1 in customer service, not only do they personally research, race and design products specific for the ZX14, but also notice they also sponcer this site.
brocksperformance.com
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blackbullet76
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posted January 24, 2007 07:05 AM
Ok, I was wondering. Do I need just the straps for the front or will I need mounting brackets for the straps as well?
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eklipse636
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posted January 24, 2007 10:20 AM
you can do wihtout, but id strongly recommend getting the brackets. i dont have any bc i took the strap off my 636 and put on it, havent ordered anything else yet for the bike...
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blackbullet76
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posted January 24, 2007 10:55 AM
Ok, thanks. I want to do it right. I don't want to half ass anything on a bike like this
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blue max
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posted January 24, 2007 10:57 AM
i do not have the brackets, i went to the fender mount above the caliper, had to get different bolts, gotta lot of clearence for the radiator also
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