WaynesBusa
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I have tried searching this subject and didn't really come up with much - just read a lot about people planning on lowering or thinking of lowering. I just have a couple of questions - first a little background: last week I installed a new license plate frame (fender eliminator) and took the huge stock one off. That left a huge gap that I don't really like so I started thinking that if I lowered it an inch or two then that might close up the gap some - unless someone else has some other ideas. Anyway, so I started looking at a new lowering top tree from Roaring Toyz and some adjustable lowering links for the rear...now here is where my questions come in.
1. I still have the stock exhaust (which I am currently trying to decide between Akrapovic and Brocks CT or Alien Head) - will I run into any kind of issues (like rubbing) if I lowered the bike with the stock exhaust on it?
2. Would an inch really affect handling? I mean I don't knee drag or anything like that so I just want to make sure it won't affect it that bad.
3. Is that all I need is a lowering top triple clamp and lowering links? Will I need to get a new kickstand?
4. Is installing the links and the top tree as easy as they make it sound? Has anyone used Roaring Toyz parts and if so do they come with good instructions - including torque specs?
5. I would consider myself to be a shade tree mechanic - definitely not a pro but I am pretty good - with that said - do you need to be a pro or should someone with some skill be able to handle it?
6. If I lower the back 2 inches does the front need to be lowered the same amount?
7. Is there anything I should look out for while installing?
Also, any suggestions will be great appreciated - especially if they can save me some money
Thanks!
Wayne
1. I still have the stock exhaust (which I am currently trying to decide between Akrapovic and Brocks CT or Alien Head) - will I run into any kind of issues (like rubbing) if I lowered the bike with the stock exhaust on it?
2. Would an inch really affect handling? I mean I don't knee drag or anything like that so I just want to make sure it won't affect it that bad.
3. Is that all I need is a lowering top triple clamp and lowering links? Will I need to get a new kickstand?
4. Is installing the links and the top tree as easy as they make it sound? Has anyone used Roaring Toyz parts and if so do they come with good instructions - including torque specs?
5. I would consider myself to be a shade tree mechanic - definitely not a pro but I am pretty good - with that said - do you need to be a pro or should someone with some skill be able to handle it?
6. If I lower the back 2 inches does the front need to be lowered the same amount?
7. Is there anything I should look out for while installing?
Also, any suggestions will be great appreciated - especially if they can save me some money
Thanks!
Wayne