The front end is now back from the powder coaters and installed. Whilst the front end was apart I had the lowered progressive springs added (1 inch) and the Biltwell tracker bars with Joker machine clamp.
Two points I'll make. First is that I dont love the springs, the front feels more jittery/twitchy and I can feel every bloody pebble in the road. I must admit I blame myself! Im not sure why I just ordered generic springs instead of spending the time and money researching what would be best for my weight, I should know better! I can also notice the loss of cornering clearance. I actually like to push the bike through some of the mountain runs we have here in Brissy and the pegs are dragging much earlier now
Secondly I have a short torso/arms and long legs. So the new handlebar position was much too extreme (read clamshell). My back would hurt within minutes of leaving home! The handlebar and riser were bought to go with the Thurxton tank and mid mount controls for a more low/mean street bobber than cruiser. And until i can sort out the mid mounts Im going to leave the tank off and ride it as a traditional cruiser. I'm still going to relocate the indicators which I have already bought and fix up the rear fender but the other stuff will go on hold for the moment.
So here's an updated pic, not much different yet but I like the subtle change. Hopefully Kurt will be feeling better soon and I can go to the mid mount setup.
Thanks for reading
