I heard that when ur bike has a drop kit (is lowered) that its IMPOSIBLE topop a wheelie? Or to raise the front tire AT ALL? How true is that?

 

This is the most important question you have about "drop kits"?

If it is - use the drop kit to learn to ride... if you must... remove it, find a closed parking lot, and learn to wheelie properly.

 

false

 

True, Im still learning i've been riding for about 8 months but I just wanted to make sure bout that claim so I can used it as an excuse of y NOT to pop one...lol
And since Im still learning Im not ready to F*#$ around and drop my bike just pop one for no real reason. . .

 

damn it...lol

 

Familiar with physics?

When a bike is lowered, the center of mass as determined by gravity (to create downward force) is now closer to the ground due to the fact that the bike is lowered. Hence it will take more energy on your part to make the bike rise to one tire. This doesn't limit you from bringing the bike up onto one wheel, but it will require you putting alot of energy into making the attempt. If you are familiar with riding wheelies, you should be able to adjust for the lowering kit to bring the bike up (allowing RPMs to increase to a greater value than normal, etc...). Either way, attempt OFF the roads if not familiar. If you can, learn on a lighter bike (dirt bike, etc...) to familiarize yourself with balancing and adjusting the body. Otherwise good luck.

Peace

 

ot i know but do you have any pics of your bike smmi? how did you get around the grab bar holes in the tail fairing? all the aftermarket kits ive seen have them.

 

mikebluep5,

Ya there isnt really a way to get around the holes in the tail. That is actually my current task for the winter (and a couple other things). I am attempting to find a large type of grommet to fill the hole, however it is a slow process. Ya you are right about the aftermarket kits, they come with the holes like in the F4i. I can send you pictures if you give me your e-mail (cant get great resolution from forum). Peace guy.

 

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