More thoughts on lowering my 2010 Ultra
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04-26-2011, 04:42 PM
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I have put 4,000 miles on my 2010 Ultra Classic and here is what I'm thinking. I'm 5'7 with a 30 inch inseam and weigh 170 lbs. I have the stock Low seat and I'm just barely able to flat foot.I have found wearing a boot with a thicker sole is better than my dress shoes when I ride to work. I checked with C & C about their Sport touring seat and they said it wouldn't be any lower than my stock low seat. They suggested changing the shocks to low profile shocks. I am considering the HD low profile shocks that retail for $279.00. They can probably be ordered some where for 20% off which would make them $223.00.They say they lower the seat height by 3/4 of an inch. My other consideration is the Progressive 940 shocks advertised to lower the seat height by 1 inch.So far the best price I have found is $519.00. Anyone else been in this same situation if so I would sure appreciate your thoughts. Thanks!
#32
04-26-2011, 04:59 PM
The stock "low" seat was very comfortable for long rides, for me, but I did have shoulder/back pain from having to reach for the handlebars. Even with the super reduced seat I still cannot reach the bars comfortably enough for long rides. Can't justify the high cost of changing bars for now. After 1000+ miles, I am finally breaking-in the super reduced seat, or maybe my scrawny butt has gotten used to it.
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