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June 29, 2018 at 4:24 pm #1034
Marcel
ParticipantThere is.?
June 29, 2018 at 4:26 pm #1035Marcel
ParticipantLowering kit for 401 vitpilen or svartpilen?
July 2, 2018 at 3:18 am #1056JohnnyLightning
ParticipantAbout a month ago, I attempted to lower my bike using this lowering link:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GGRUD9S/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It attaches to the top of the mono-shock, increasing its angle and therefore decreasing the space between the wheel and chassis. Naturally, the front end would have to be lowered as well.
Knowing how close the catalytic converter was to the stock position of the shock, I was certain that it wouldn’t fit so I attempted to install the link once I replaced the cat-converter with a cat delete. However, the shock/link combo still did not clear the cat delete that I used.
I’m 100% sure that a cat delete with a steeper downtube angle will clear. The combo that I installed fit but the spring on the shock was right up against the pipe.
July 2, 2018 at 3:36 am #1058JohnnyLightning
ParticipantAnother thing to consider is that the link will not fit without some modification to the link itself. A small, triangular section of where it attaches to the chassis must be removed…the holes will not line up otherwise. I forgot to take a pic of it before putting it in storage but I’ll snap off a shot next time I’m there…if I happen to remember =-/
July 2, 2018 at 4:16 am #1059Marcel
ParticipantHow many cm did u ?
July 2, 2018 at 4:37 am #1063JohnnyLightning
ParticipantIt lowered the bike approximately 2.54cm +/-
July 2, 2018 at 5:33 am #1064Marcel
ParticipantUnfortunately I’m 169cm and 2.50 it’s pretty good thanks man very helpful
October 16, 2018 at 8:12 pm #2476larryt1026
ParticipantAnyone else try to lower? I just got mine, but it is way the seat height is too high. Would love to be able to lower it by 1-2 inches.
January 29, 2019 at 7:33 pm #3282TvillingEtt
ParticipantI just now saw that they sell a lowering kit:
I think it lowers 25 mm
It even includes new side stand!
March 29, 2019 at 7:29 pm #4186larryt1026
Participanthttps://www.ktm-parts.com/28512955044.html
There is now an official lowering kit. Not sure how bad installation is. I’m hoping someone will try to install it before I buy since I’m not very handy lol
April 19, 2019 at 1:08 am #4566JohnnyLightning
ParticipantOkay, that’s about enough for now…I’ve tried posting twice onto this goofy forum without any luck, WTF?!
I’ll try again some other time.
April 19, 2019 at 1:46 am #4568JohnnyLightning
ParticipantOkay…it’s working now.
Finally got it lowered to where I want. I did the rear mono myself but decided to send the bike to a local shop for the front springs after researching and reading up on its difficulty.
Sorry I didn’t take any pics during installation…I really didn’t have much time.
Front Springs: Hyperpro SP-HUQ4-SSA002. *I forgot to get a pic of the after-height…I’ll post it later.
April 19, 2019 at 1:52 am #4569JohnnyLightning
ParticipantRear MonoShock: Wilbers 641-1124-00. *Specify height upon ordering and request an EXTRA LONG HOSE to clear the exhaust upon reservoir placement. Mine is too short and sits just 3mils above exhaust…NOT GOOD!!
Forgive the confusing increments on the tape measure…the actual dimensions are in black for a total height loss of 1-1/4″ (31mm +/-)…exactly what I ordered.
April 19, 2019 at 1:53 am #4570JohnnyLightning
Participant…And of course, don’t forget to shorten the kickstand to the same height. I just went ahead and had one made out of titanium…ooooooh!!
I’ll update with more pics and info when I get a chance.
June 6, 2019 at 3:30 pm #5342LeftCoast VP401
ParticipantCould you touch on the results on this? Does it affect the handling at all? Did you do this for better stand over height or other reasons?
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