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S1w222
Posted on Monday, February 02, 2015 - 12:07 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Wanting to change my S1 to a slightly less aggressive riding position. Seen some pictures of bikes that sit an inch or so lower in the rear, is this just a shock adjustment? (Standard rear shock). I am also going from twin tail to solo and putting newer X1 style swingarm on if this will effect anything. I have also been looking at different bars/risers. I see American sport bike has 1" and 2.5" risers. Anyone got experience with these? Any suggestions for bar combinations/ what works with standard bars, rizoma, rental etc... All info appreciated. Work away from home so trying to do as much research as I can and get parts ordered online to get jobs started as soon as I get back as limited time ashore. Thx
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Robertl
Posted on Monday, February 02, 2015 - 08:16 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Thought I would post this info so you could compare the stock handlebar sizes: http://www.sideroadcycles.com/AmericanMotorcycles/ Handlebars/Stock_Bars.html

I believe the 1" risers will work on just about anything but for the 2.5" will likely need different cables. Hopefully someone with more experience will chime in.

Blast bars are popular for more touring position, but usually get bikemaster cheaper: http://www.bikemaster.com/parts/handelbars.html

Maybe 1" lower pegs and change of handlebars will get you near where you want.

Hope this helps, Robert
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Ratbuell
Posted on Monday, February 02, 2015 - 09:55 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

There are 2 ways to lower an S1 seat: cut and reposition the rear subframe, or change the rear suspension.

Lowering the rear suspension will make the bike turn in slower, because it also alters the front end geometry with relation to the pavement.
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Mhlunsford
Posted on Monday, February 02, 2015 - 10:32 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

There is a low shock - slightly longer. I picked up two new from eBay as a HD dealer was getting rid of old stock cheap and run them on my s2 and m2. Lowered seats about an inch.
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Ratbuell
Posted on Monday, February 02, 2015 - 11:18 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

The low shock is designed to be used on the M2L in conjunction with a different shock mount, and a lower front end that keeps the geometry in line.
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