You're probably right, but even on the side stand, no weight on her, I can see alot more fork than I used to be able to, The factory forks had less than 6k on them when I replaced them, and yes, even though I'm no longer possessed of a svelte and girlish figure, I don't think my bulk made the things sag :-) Like I said, no complaints, I can amaze some non-cruiser riders with how much lean She'll take without grinding the pegs.