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Originally Posted by SLOWn60
I don't like lowering links because of the lowering of clearance for cornering and lessening of suspension travel.
However having said that; I think they are a great idea for those new riders that need them. For a very simple reason: a new rider is not likely to be testing the limits of their suspension for some time but until the day comes when they begin to test those limits; they'll have had all that time to getting used to handling the bulk & balance of a motorcycle. It's a much easier transition to have to learn to tippy toe on a proper suspension than having to learn to tippy toe from day one!
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I agree, that's why we will be pulling the links out soon. They are really great for giving a new rider confidence of flat feet on the ground. But they do have a down side in the loss of cornering clearance. However I don't think the cornering clearance would be any worse than a Rebel would be.
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InvisiBill if you put the 2" lowering links in a Pregen it is only 1/2" higher than a Rebel. After the rider gets used to the bike it is back to it's sporty self with the stock links.
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motodancer If you find a nice used Pregen I should have a set of lowering links soon. They were given to us by another forum member. Would be happy to pay it forward to another new rider.