KLR 650 Lowering

[GeoTracker90]

I'm very interested in the newer KLR 650 but the 35" seat height seems like it might be too much of a stretch for me. Are there any options out there to lower it some? If so what are they and what will the net results be?

Mike

 

[Dave Bennett]

Lowering links will net you a good 2 inch drop, I HIGHLY recommend Eagle Mike, he can make anything you need (competitive pricing too) and his stuff is engineered for safety:

http://www.eagle-m-e.com/

Here is another source:

http://performance-design.net/performance_design_suspension.htm

Check out KLR 650 dot net for lots of good info:

http://www.klr650.net/forums/index.php

 

[GeoTracker90]

Thanks for the reply TACODOC.

Now if you lower ther rear of the bike do you need to do anyting to the front as well? If not how does it affect the handling characteristics of the bike? I know that these are pretty general questions, but I'm just trying to think through how one change will affect the rest of the package.

Thanks again,

Mike

 

[Cabrito]

I've had two of the first generation KLR650's. I'm only 5'6.5" tall. I used lowering links on the second one I had. As I recall you also lower the forks a few inches to even it out. I did not like the look of the lowered one. It was a little better for me because I could actually touch both tippy toes at the same time rather than just one like with the first KLR I owned. Looking back I would have left it alone strictly based on looks. I did not really feel that much more in control but I am an experienced rider that has always had bike that are a little big for my height.

-m

 

[RedRocker]

I've got a 29" inseam and bought a Sargent lower seat, that helps some.