I was thinking about the side stand. A few years back I thought there was a kit, that included a shorter side stand. West Bay Cycles or something like that?? I got to tell you, I doubt anyone could really feel much difference if the forks were pulled into the triple trees one inch. It may steer just a bit quicker, but that's about it. I personally would buy the progressive kit, just for looks, and I am considering it. I can honestly say I have never scratched my pegs on the stock height bike, so I must not be all that agressive of a rider. Considering this, does anyone have experience with lowering the bike 2 inches, and dragging the pipes. I want it lower, but don't want to scratch my SS exhaust, looks too purdy. Assuming the 412's, and I am about 240 pounds geared up. I rarely have a rider on the back.