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lowering an f4i - 4/4/2005 2:36:30 PM

bartkid21

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i'm a new rider and my first bike is an f4i. I wanted to know if there is a way to lower the suspension without buying a lot. I'm short and it's starting to become a pain.

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RE: lowering an f4i - 4/4/2005 7:35:10 PM

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DONT DO IT!!!! my friend lowered his 600rr and it looks plain bad. it rides weird like a 250 or a 500 (mind as well get one of those). his seat doesnt really fit. sure, it could just be a bad lowering job, but he got it done professionally. learn to ride it the way it is is my advice.

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RE: lowering an f4i - 4/6/2005 10:12:35 AM

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thanks, i think i'll keep it the way it is then.

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RE: lowering an f4i - 4/10/2005 9:13:52 PM

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Well its all a matter of opinion, but mine is lowered 1" by dropping the triple tree on the front forks. I don't think it handles much differently, but it does put more of my foot flat on the ground. You can get lowering links for the back for about $80 on eBay, but i've never wanted to shell out the cash

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RE: lowering an f4i - 4/14/2005 10:10:16 PM

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I am interested in finding out how I can go about lowering the SEAT HEIGHT of the bike. I have an '01 F4i that a girrlfriend of mine wants to buy. She started out on a Buell Blast and is now looking on moving up to a sport bike, and since I was selling mine thought it might be a good option. Unfortunately for her, she is 4'11" and isn't even close to being able to fit on the bike as it sits currently. I would say it probably needs about 3" at the seat in order to come close to fitting her. What are all the available options (I'm assuming a combination of tricks will be needed), how much will each give, and what are the downsides of the modifications??

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RE: lowering an f4i - 4/15/2005 12:36:14 PM

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Either customise the subfram ALOT or lower the whole bike. Its fairly cheap to lower them. And if you dont like it once lowered just turn around and sell the lowering link on ebay.

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RE: lowering an f4i - 4/21/2005 12:41:18 PM

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thanks guys, i'm still up in the air about it. but i would like to be able to put both feet flat on the ground.

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RE: lowering an f4i - 4/26/2005 9:19:41 PM

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I hear ya bart

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RE: lowering an f4i - 6/14/2006 6:02:35 AM

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Sorry to dig up an old post.. I'm new to riding and was looking to get a cbr f4i. Just wondering how tall you guys that were having height issues? I know it has alot to do with leg length, so let's just estimate.

Also besides lowering links, is there tricks/tips for short riders on cbr's as well?

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RE: lowering an f4i - 6/14/2006 3:20:24 PM

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I have an F4i that is lowered an inch at the front seat. I think its badass and it takes off alot better without trying to float the front end so badly. It didnt really change the handling at all either. I can still rip it in the corners just like I used to do. I just have to make sure I pull my feet up extra high to make sure I dont scrape them on the ground. I was doing that before anyways so it doesnt really bother me to much.

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RE: lowering an f4i - 6/14/2006 3:41:56 PM

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quote:

mine is lowered 1" by dropping the triple tree on the front forks.

You can lower the handle bars an inch by dropping the triple tree? Do you need a kit? Is it difficult?

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RE: lowering an f4i - 6/14/2006 6:37:03 PM

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I lowered mine about 1" both the rear & the front end so the bike geometry stays the same. I got the pro's installed a lowering link for the rear and they put a 1" spacer on my handle bar to push it down far enough. I didn't notice any change in performance & the ride is as smooth as when it wasn't lowered. The only setback I encounter is after I lowered it that I need to cut an inch off my kickstand which is not really a big deal. My advice is, if you can't touch the ground dont' hesitate to lower it or buy a smaller bike. Let the professional bike mechanic do it for you to be on the safe side.

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RE: lowering an f4i - 6/14/2006 9:28:29 PM

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i lowered mine an 1-1/2 inches took about an hour and the links were link $35 on ebay. had to have the kick stand cut and welded . the bike rides great does not bottom out and i get complements all the time on how it looks lowered.

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RE: lowering an f4i - 6/15/2006 12:56:10 AM

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I'm 5'3" and I lowered my bike 1" using adjustable rear link and dropping the triples for the front. I actually didn't mind it at stock height and got use to just putting my left foot down but I found a used adjustable link for cheap I figured what the hell. I can always adjust it back to stock height if I fell that it affected the bike's handling. I really like having better footing and I didn't notice any difference in handling.

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RE: lowering an f4i - 6/15/2006 1:52:46 PM

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This seems to be a highly debated issue. IMO, you should do what makes you comfortable and confident in your riding. I am 5'3" - my F4i has been lowered (both front and back) using the 1" dog bones and dropping the tripple tree. It is very stable and handles well. However, I do have to use caution and go more slowly over street humps, RR xings, large dips, etc. IMO giving up a little clearance is well worth the stability I get in return by being able to touch the ground firmly with both feet. In the corners, you will probably have to pull your feet up a bit (my husband does when he rides my bike). Touching at a stoplight with your toes is ok, but you have no leverage to push the bike back up if it tilts a little too much in a slow speed turn-around or such. Backing up (especially if there is ANY type of incline) is impossible for me without being able to plant both feet firmly on the ground to push.Anyway, good luck and let us know what you work out!

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