[bflovrod]

I am getting ready to send my shocks in to Skullman to get shortened and have a couple questions for anyone with experience with the 240 kits. I would like to get the shocks shortened 1 1/2 inches but am concerned about the rigidness of the ride as opposed to 1 inch. I am also thinking of installing the 'customworksdatona' 240 package and wonder if the shocks being shortened 1 1/2 inches will cause clearance problems with the tire if I install the kit. Has anyone shortened their shocks that much?

 

[jlbait]

Your 240 setup is going to wiegh alot more then the 180. I would go to aftermarket for better shocks. just my opinion.

 

[zyz]

I lowered my rear end by 1 or 1.5 I cannot remeber, but I do not have a clearance problem. I just have to are the shocks up to full air pressure when riding with two people. I do have the 240 kit also.

 

[Super Kaz]

I run solid struts so don't be such a wussy! :sinister:

 

[Harleyvrodguy]

I run solid struts so don't be such a wussy! :sinister:

Yeah, what HE said!! :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :lick:

 

[bflovrod]

OK boys - lets focus on the main concern - Clearance if I go to a 240 kit
:slap:

 

[VRODScout]

'bout how much do you weigh?....
One factor to consider, also at what setting are you currently riding (1-5)?
I wouldn't go more than 1" shorter just to be safe. The "enormous-osity" of the 240 will mask any 1/2" difference and you won't be as likely to shred that expensive rubber!
My :2cents:
Mike

 

[bflovrod]

Thanks for the input Mike. I hang around 175, so the weight won't be a problem - I didn't want to go 1" and wish I would have had them shortened more - especially if there was a lot more room to play with. After searching through some old threads - I think i'll stay @ 1".

 

[Super Kaz]

'bout how much do you weigh?....
One factor to consider, also at what setting are you currently riding (1-5)?
I wouldn't go more than 1" shorter just to be safe. The "enormous-osity" of the 240 will mask any 1/2" difference and you won't be as likely to shred that expensive rubber!
My :2cents:
Mike

ok Now from SOMBODY WHO KNOWS!The 240 tire is a 40 SERIES!That my friends is a VERY SHORT TIRE!Not sure the difference from stock but I know it is.You can go 2 inches as long as you have the RIGHT REAR FENDER! no problem with the struts either .My roads a pretty good around here so it great!Roads condition were you ride is a Main concern.My highways and stuff are all new and we never get rain or snow.

 

[Shawn Nelson]

I think Skullman said that cutting it 1 inch would actually drop it down almost 1.5 inches.

 

[bflovrod]

:thumb: Thanks to all for the input - it's greatly appreciated!! :thumb:

 

[Staney]

Your 240 setup is going to wiegh alot more then the 180. I would go to aftermarket for better shocks. just my opinion.

The difference between the 180 and 240 kit should be mostly unsprung weight, so it won't effect suspension. Am I right or wrong?

 

[jlbait]

wheels/tires are sprung weight.

 

[VRODScout]

:spank: :lick: :chair:

ok Now from SOMBODY WHO KNOWS!The 240 tire is a 40 SERIES!That my friends is a VERY SHORT TIRE!Not sure the difference from stock but I know it is.You can go 2 inches as long as you have the RIGHT REAR FENDER! no problem with the struts either .My roads a pretty good around here so it great!Roads condition were you ride is a Main concern.My highways and stuff are all new and we never get rain or snow.

:goof: :notworth: