Just bought a 09 Busa, I'm 5' 10" 205 lbs., how far should I lower it? I was thinking maybe an 1" or 1 1/2". Anyone of average build have to lower for better comfort. I can touch the ground, but think I'd be a little more comfortable if firmly planted, like being on a cruiser.
To lower or not
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Welcome to the oRg. If you get adjustable bones, you can start at 1 inch and go lower if you need to. I am only an inch taller than you and I am flat footed on my 05. Two iches will get you there for sure, but do you ride two up?
aboardHave you thought about just getting a different seat than to make suspension changes? Many times a cut down seat is all that's needed to give you that additional comfort/footing.
To lower or not.
Just bought a 09 Busa, I'm 5' 10" 205 lbs., how far should I lower it? I was thinking maybe an 1" or 1 1/2". Anyone of average build have to lower for better comfort. I can touch the ground, but think I'd be a little more comfortable if firmly planted, like being on a cruiser.
Just bought a 09 Busa, I'm 5' 10" 205 lbs., how far should I lower it? I was thinking maybe an 1" or 1 1/2". Anyone of average build have to lower for better comfort. I can touch the ground, but think I'd be a little more comfortable if firmly planted, like being on a cruiser.
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Re: To lower or not.
well,you dont ride with your feet on the ground.and if you dont have issues reaching the ground when stopped,it all comes down on the kind of riding you want to do and are comfortable with. the bike handles different when you start lowering it
well,you dont ride with your feet on the ground.and if you dont have issues reaching the ground when stopped,it all comes down on the kind of riding you want to do and are comfortable with. the bike handles different when you start lowering it
Have you thought about just getting a different seat than to make suspension changes? Many times a cut down seat is all that's needed to give you that additional comfort/footing.
This is where you need to start.
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I thought I posted here already. I had said look into a cut seat first. This may be enough to inspire the additional confidence you're after. This wouldn't mess with any suspension geo's.
I thought I posted here already. I had said look into a cut seat first. This may be enough to inspire the additional confidence you're after. This wouldn't mess with any suspension geo's.
I knew I had posted my comments. Multi threads screw me up. 
I knew I had posted my comments. Multi threads screw me up.
I merged the threads into one.
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Have to agree. To me the bikes look great lowered / slammed, but if you like hitting the corners from time to time and your feet touch the ground, leave it alone.
Have to agree. To me the bikes look great lowered / slammed, but if you like hitting the corners from time to time and your feet touch the ground, leave it alone.
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