okeefjr
Active member
Having real problem with 29" inseam. Already dropped it. Sliding fwd in the seat is'nt helping much. Has anyone had any experience with Soupy's lowering link or any other options to lower the bike?
Lowering your bike?
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RiderCoach Lar
FJRm'd and dangerous
Try connecting with forum member "Jon". Don't know his inseam but it can't be any more than 29" and I know he successfully lowered his '07. Not entirely sure how. He hasn't been too active on the forum so if a PM doesn't get his attention, let me know. I may have a email or phone number I can use to wake him up.
LCB
Well-known member
I have the Soupy's adjustable on mine along with their adjustable side stand. I'm not sure if they have the links for the Gen III yet - I didn't see them on their website...
Gmann
Well-known member
I am using the Kouba Link. Not sure if they have it for the Gen 3.
JamesW
JamesW
Lower seat maybe.
Why keep spending money every time you get something new in an effort to try and make the world fit you? A 1-time investment can help "normalize" you to the fit the world. One and done!
TheZsdad
Mr. Bill goes for a ride!
Cheapest and easiest things first.
Verify seat is in lowest position. (You're new here so I'm not going to assume anything) (I heard someone took the rubber bumpers off the seat to lower it)
Verify rear spring on soft position
Raise fork tubes in the triple clamp ( Do a search to find the max recommended. I did this on my bike and gradually adjusted it back to normal as I got use to the bike.)
Not so cheap
Corbin seat with a nose job is the lowest seat I have tried. (currently using a Sargent)
Dog bones (Links you already know about)
Custom rear shock (It is possible to order a shorter rear shock with a ride height adjustment that can bring it back to oem length)
Don't expect to be able to flat foot the bike short of Bounces suggestion.
Good Luck
Verify seat is in lowest position. (You're new here so I'm not going to assume anything) (I heard someone took the rubber bumpers off the seat to lower it)
Verify rear spring on soft position
Raise fork tubes in the triple clamp ( Do a search to find the max recommended. I did this on my bike and gradually adjusted it back to normal as I got use to the bike.)
Not so cheap
Corbin seat with a nose job is the lowest seat I have tried. (currently using a Sargent)
Dog bones (Links you already know about)
Custom rear shock (It is possible to order a shorter rear shock with a ride height adjustment that can bring it back to oem length)
Don't expect to be able to flat foot the bike short of Bounces suggestion.
Good Luck
I've installed several sets of Soupy's links on bikes for folks and slid the forks up a little. Work fine but as mentioned look seriously at the adjustable side stand.
Also as mentioned check out the Corbin seat. It is just the ticket for my 29.5" inseam.
Also as mentioned check out the Corbin seat. It is just the ticket for my 29.5" inseam.
RadioHowie
I Miss Beemerdons!
Short basties!!!
rushes
Well-known member
In my dreams I'm a foot shorter and 100 pounds lighter. I could go sooo fast....
Lucky dawg....
I would discourage modifying the suspension.
Send a PM to Silver Penguin here on the forum. I think she solved the inseam problem with thicker soled boots.
Lucky dawg....
I would discourage modifying the suspension.
Send a PM to Silver Penguin here on the forum. I think she solved the inseam problem with thicker soled boots.
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manglegrat
Active member
I have a 30" inseam, haven't dropped the beast yet but get a bit nervous maneuvering by foot on slippy or gravel surfaces... I have a Corbin but didn't ask for the nose-job, I have found it liveable so far. Once I'm moving, or even just stopped at lights (I just lean it over a bit more), I never have any issues - just low-speed manual (foot-ual?) buggering-about.
However, I'm just about to send my stock seats in to Seth Laam for a rebuild, so I'll be asking for a trim up-front for that specific reason.
I've not yet ever been convinced to try any of the other lowering options, I always suspect handling will be compromised too much one way or another. Having said that, I'm sure many others swear by those methods. Thankfully I'm just on the cusp so can stay stock with regards to suspension setup, etc. and can manage it through seat tweaks, thicker-soled boots, etc.
I find that having the wife sit on the back helps greatly with the whole leg-ground distance thing, reduces the reaching considerably. However, that may not be the most cost-effective option for your circumstances...
However, I'm just about to send my stock seats in to Seth Laam for a rebuild, so I'll be asking for a trim up-front for that specific reason.
I've not yet ever been convinced to try any of the other lowering options, I always suspect handling will be compromised too much one way or another. Having said that, I'm sure many others swear by those methods. Thankfully I'm just on the cusp so can stay stock with regards to suspension setup, etc. and can manage it through seat tweaks, thicker-soled boots, etc.
I find that having the wife sit on the back helps greatly with the whole leg-ground distance thing, reduces the reaching considerably. However, that may not be the most cost-effective option for your circumstances...
trapperdick
Member
I have Soupys links on my Gen III, they work fine......td
SoCalFJR1300
Well-known member
Find some high heel boots.
RadioHowie
I Miss Beemerdons!
richsp51
Well-known member
I have Soupy's links and lowered the back about 3/4 inch. Along with sliding the forks about 1/2 inch,I was able to achieve just enough lowering to suit my needs. Oh,I also removed the under seat rubber bumpers. I cut the side stand approximately an inch and had the foot re-welded.
The nice thing about Soupys links is that you lower just enough without overdoing it.
The nice thing about Soupys links is that you lower just enough without overdoing it.
Hornet Pilot
Viper Pilot
I have Soupys adjustable links and side stand and it workd great for me. Just try to keep the front and rear suspension in sync (i.e when you lower the rear also lower the front by raising the shock tubes in the triple clamps about the same amount. Good time to set the front and rear SAG a well.
fastpappy
Well-known member
Corbin seat, 7/8s Kouba links, slid the front forks 1/2inch, ground the stop on the side stand so it sits further forward all works for my 29" inseam.
okeefjr
Active member
Thanks for all the advice. I think I'm going to just suck it up and learn to ride this thing. Seth Laam is building me a new seat so we will see how that goes.
Bogus
Well-known member
Look for thicker soled boots to wear when riding. I use these steel toed Red Wing 6670 hiker style boots for riding. When paddling the girl around the garage in my tennies, I can't believe the difference it makes! The thicker sole and the aggressive treads really helped with my 30" inseam.
