If your short and want to lower your ride to get better footing I can understand that but why else would you want to put shorter shocks on. I'm looking at changing out the shocks on my 06 1200 c with some progressives but cannot figure out why almost everyone who does this goes with a shorter set. for those who have please explain. I'm thinking on going longer to get a little more travel.....

 

Lower the bike for looks.

 

I would say just for looks. I personally like the look of a lowered bike, but, not as good in the twisties. I go fast enough in the twisties to put a smile on my face, and I have no problems scrapin. But then again, I don't drive it like I did with my crotch rocket. If you like to really lean into the curves, stay away from the shorties.

 

When I went to progs I installed 11.5" (stock is 11.75") because they only come in 1/2" increments. I didn't go any lower because I like to ride twisties and already have to be careful not to drag my lower pipe.

 

I put lower for the look but I have to tell ya it is a better ride then stock 100% satisfiied.

 

Purely aesthetic reasons... I like the lower look.

 

I would imagine it would be helpful for shorter people.

 

Same as everyone else, basically for the looks.

 

Lower profile is much more comfortable to me.(I'm 6') Besides, the more you slam it, the cooler it is!

 

For me for two reasons 1- I am short person, 2- the look and I forgot shocks are better than the stocks