I have the Works 1 1/4" lower shock, and a 170/60/17 rear tire that lowers about 1/4". Initially, I raised the forks 1/2". Last weekend I raised the forks an additional 1/4 inch. I took it for a ride yesterday. All I can say is WOW. The bike feels like it lost 100 pounds. The height is right, and the bike is much easier to maneuver. I had it on the interstate at 80 and it felt rock solid.
I've read that raising the front forks 3/4" lowers the bike 1 1/2". The rear is lowered 1 1/2". I'm guessing it feels so nice because it is balanced; each end is lowered the same amount.
I just bought a 160/60/17 rear tire that I'm going to exchange for a 170/60/17. I'm afraid if I lower the rear another 1/4 inch I'll upset the balance.
I've read that raising the front forks 3/4" lowers the bike 1 1/2". The rear is lowered 1 1/2". I'm guessing it feels so nice because it is balanced; each end is lowered the same amount.
I just bought a 160/60/17 rear tire that I'm going to exchange for a 170/60/17. I'm afraid if I lower the rear another 1/4 inch I'll upset the balance.