Posted October 15, 20168 yr Hi guys so as I'm not very technical or engineer minded I need some of your brains,  As title suggests I have a xv125 virago and looking at lowering it by installing 8 inch rigid struts ( I've also heard the stories about the swingarm not being strong enough and other such things ) Obviously  I know I need to shorten  the kick stand, would anyone know by now much or if any other bikes are suitable,  also would I have to play around with angle of front fork or will it be OK if I'm just lowering the back considerably.Â
October 20, 20168 yr Just a point to think about...I lowered my Honda Shadow 125..looks cool etc but if you have long legs it makes it a bit awkward  when pulling away,very easy to drag your toes as your legs are all tangled up. Â
October 21, 20168 yr The state of our roads, I would stick to shocks and at least give my back a fighting chance
October 22, 20168 yr I'm with Jimmy on this, your bikes going to rattle itself to pieces with the state of our roads. Not saying you shouldn't do it, it's your bike after all. Each to their own.
October 22, 20168 yr My pops has a bike with a rigid frame... and he rarely (if ever anymore) rides it... It's too brutal... especially for long rides.
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