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Talk => Speaking Of Bikes... => Topic started by: nealperkins on May 14, 2004, 10:01:51 PM

Title: Bike Lowering?
Post by: nealperkins on May 14, 2004, 10:01:51 PM
Did I read correctly that the Tiger can be lowered a bit? Actually, I think it was in the MCN Magazine regarding a tour of New Zealand and that they lowered the bike 2 inches for someone. If so, how would I go about it?

Thanks
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Post by: Robmac on May 20, 2004, 10:55:48 PM
yes, I'm vertically challenged at 5'8" (for a tiger anyway) and found I was tip toeing when stopped with the thought that one day when least expected over she'll go.  I rotated the back chain adjusters through 180 deg and dropped the forks by 20mm through the yokes. Its made a great difference, given me heaps more confidence particularly in traffic and its seems to have made the handling even better through bends. You will need to put a spacer under the chainguard to stop it fouling the top of the chain/sprocket. Interestingly on the 05 models I think the adjuster has been altered to a slot type, but I believe its lower anyway?

Rob
Title: Thanks
Post by: nealperkins on May 20, 2004, 10:59:05 PM
Rob, thanks for your response.

Neal
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Post by: Brock on May 21, 2004, 12:40:39 PM
I understand you'll need to shorten the side-stand too.
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Post by: Briker on May 23, 2004, 12:01:00 AM
It also requires the centerstand to be shortened. I could get mine on the stand, but it was very difficult.
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Post by: Tigermoto on May 31, 2004, 07:24:08 PM
Neal,

I ride in the Dakotas with strong winds.  I had mine lowered and find crosswinds of 45mph managable.  I think the smaller side target helps.  As far as suspension travel, I haven't had any problems.  I plan a trackday next month and it has been recommended I raise it for maximum lean, but I'm not sure I'll do that.  ............Mark.
Title: Thanks Mark
Post by: nealperkins on June 01, 2004, 03:15:35 AM
I'm going to do it!

Although I can easily reach the ground on level footing; off road can present some exciting times!
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