Cycling Parts
How can I lower a motorcycle? Where can I buy vintage bike parts?
I just purchased a 1977 Suzuki GS550. I am kinda short and would like to lower the bike like 1 or 2 inches. What is the best way to do this? Also what are some good resources for oldschool bike parts? I am new to the world of motor cycles so take it easy on me. Thanks
OK I think you have presented yourself with a challenge on this one. Firstly the bike is not designed to be lowered so your first option is to go buy a shorter bike. Ignoring that option I would not recommend going shorter than an inch with the suspension changes and then I would look at getting a set of rear shocks that were stock one inch shorter. Look for a motorcycle wrecker to see if they have any. You will also have to move the front forks down on the triple clamps the same amount as not adjusting both will do horrible things to the bikes handling. The big downfall with this option is that you are making the wheels closer to the mudguard (rear) and the bottom of the triple clamp (front) which means that you risk “bottoming out”. This is very bad and not an option if you value staying upright. The best option is to have the seat modified by removing the existing foam and just having a thinner hi density pad. This may not be as comfortable on longer rides but it means that you are not effecting the bikes cornering characteristics which at best could be considered “entertaining”.
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