Hey all,
I've got a 2006 1200C that I've been looking into raising to improve handling and get a better lean angle out of (7 pages of suspension has kinda become my Bible). For the rear, it seems simple enough, just put on taller shocks. Based on what I've read/heard, I think I'll be going with 13.5" Ricors.
What I'm not sure about is what to do to the front end. I'll definitely be installing Ricor Intiminators, but should I raise the front to keep the bike on the same pitch it is now? If so, do I need longer fork tubes or just stiffer springs? My other concern is that from what I've read, Intiminators seem to be most effective with stock springs. If that's true, should I just put the Intiminators and 5w fork oil in, and leave it alone, or can I still put in, say, Progressive springs without reducing the effectiveness of the Intiminators?
For reference, I'm about 150-160 lbs (last time I checked two years ago) and 5'7"ish.
Thanks for any advice here!
I've got a 2006 1200C that I've been looking into raising to improve handling and get a better lean angle out of (7 pages of suspension has kinda become my Bible). For the rear, it seems simple enough, just put on taller shocks. Based on what I've read/heard, I think I'll be going with 13.5" Ricors.
What I'm not sure about is what to do to the front end. I'll definitely be installing Ricor Intiminators, but should I raise the front to keep the bike on the same pitch it is now? If so, do I need longer fork tubes or just stiffer springs? My other concern is that from what I've read, Intiminators seem to be most effective with stock springs. If that's true, should I just put the Intiminators and 5w fork oil in, and leave it alone, or can I still put in, say, Progressive springs without reducing the effectiveness of the Intiminators?
For reference, I'm about 150-160 lbs (last time I checked two years ago) and 5'7"ish.
Thanks for any advice here!