• 4 Stroke Husqvarna Motorcycles Made In Italy - About 1989 to 2014
     TE = 4st Enduro & TC = 4st Cross

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Suspension lowering - 2009 SMR510

ascribner

ascribner

Husqvarna
AA Class
I am contemplating lowering the suspension on my 2009 SMR 510 and would like to know if anyone has any technical opinions on the changed handling characteristics. The bike stays in full street trim and I do not off-road this bike. Most have told me not to lower the bike more than 1". I was contemplating taking about 3" out of it while adjusting the spring rates to compensate for the changes.

What would be the *proper* way to lower the suspension?
What would be the pros and cons of *properly* lowering the suspension?

I do not plan on selling the bike any time soon, but as we all know, it sometimes happens. All of my bikes are paid for, so not being able to afford payments is not a risk. However, I do want to make sure that if I lower it, it is easily reversed just in case I do decide to sell it.
 
hello there maybe you can try one of those lowering links i personally dont like them i used to have one on mine it mucks around with the bikes handling in my opinion i took it off and got a lowered seat makes bike 1.5 inch lower downside less foam fairly uncomfortable ha ha i have heard that you can get the rear spring proffesionaly lowered that wont effect handeling try the website racetech .com.au
 
Hello, ascribner, and welcome to CafeHusky :cheers:

I am 5'1" and I lowered my SM610 and my WR125 with internal suspension mods when I had them revalved/resprung for my weight and riding ability/style. I would never consider a full 3", but the 1" to 1.5" I've done to my Huskys and numerous bikes has been enough to make a huge difference in rideability for me, yet not so much as to wreak havoc with handling and clearance. Are you trying to flat-foot the 510?




WoodsChick
 
WoodsChick;117170 said:
Hello, ascribner, and welcome to CafeHusky :cheers:

I am 5'1" and I lowered my SM610 and my WR125 with internal suspension mods when I had them revalved/resprung for my weight and riding ability/style. I would never consider a full 3", but the 1" to 1.5" I've done to my Huskys and numerous bikes has been enough to make a huge difference in rideability for me, yet not so much as to wreak havoc with handling and clearance. Are you trying to flat-foot the 510?


WoodsChick
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I have no problem with the stock height. I heard from a local guy that lowering the bike will make it handle much better. From talking with Factory Connection and RaceTech, that is not the case. I have no problem with the stock height so I am going to save my money for something more useful.

Thanks for the replies.
 
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