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BuellPartsGuy
11-12-2007, 09:51 PM
I have pictures of how low you can go with a Firebolt or any XB for that matter. I have two pictures here. One is stock and one is dropped. The one that is dropped is even 1/2 lower than a XB12SCG. See if you can see it, I knwo its kinda hard with pictures.

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/24_20071111002040_L.jpg

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/24_20071111002023_L.jpg

Jmac
11-13-2007, 12:49 AM
thats straight sexy

BuellPartsGuy
11-13-2007, 01:12 AM
It turned out even better than I thought

whitefirebolt9r
11-14-2007, 06:33 PM
idk if its the pictures but the bike looks the same height. a lil different

zombieBUELLer
11-14-2007, 10:44 PM
i cant tell the diff. how much lower is it?

05xb12r
11-15-2007, 12:34 AM
what was used to lower the bike and how much would it cost?

BuellPartsGuy
11-15-2007, 03:47 AM
Right around 2 1/2 inches shorter than stock. Look at the exposed portion of the slider tube on the front fork. I know its hard to tell in the photos.

Complete forks - $365 each
Lower triple tree - $125
Rear shock - $275-950
Kickstand - $75

05xb12r
11-15-2007, 06:37 PM
ok thanks, well i would like to do the same on my bike this winter. if youi could email me at puntandkick@aol.com and tell me where to buy this items and the process that it take to install this that would be very apriciated.

BuellPartsGuy
11-15-2007, 07:59 PM
You can buy it at any local dealer. The labor we charged was 4.4 hours. Depending on the year of the bike, you might not need the lower triple tree.

EVLTWN
11-17-2007, 04:12 AM
Would lowering the bike reduce max lean angle?

BuellPartsGuy
11-17-2007, 05:49 AM
Specs for the XB12SCG suspension I used

Soft Contact, Right 42° 42°
Soft Contact, Left 42° 42°
Hard Contact, Right 50° 50°
Hard Contact, Left 48° 48°


Specs for the stock XB12R

Soft Contact, Right 47° 47°
Soft Contact, Left 47° 47°
Hard Contact, Right 50° 50°
Hard Contact, Left 48° 48°

Soft contact you lose 5 degrees, thats about it. Gotta give a little to get a little. At least you dont have to worry about dragging fairing once you lower it like on a Jap

05xb12r
11-17-2007, 11:18 PM
i just asked my local dealer about lowering my 05xb12r and they had no idea in what i was talking about, they have never done it before and have never heard of anyone doing such thing. the dealer i went to was hals harley in wisconsin...

BuellPartsGuy
11-18-2007, 03:52 AM
Well, whether they have done it or not, I can guarantee that it can be done. I can give you an exact list of part numbers that you can give to them to order so it cannot be messed up. If they have any questions, tell them to feel free to give me a call here at my dealer for a full scoop on the whole process. I do have one revision to the labor I said that we charged to get it done. Service here said that if they do it again, labor would be closer to 5 hours due to the lower triple tree procedure.

Arrowhead Harley Davidson - 623-247-5542, If you or your dealer has any questions, Sunday and Monday

05xb12r
11-19-2007, 05:19 PM
ok thanks, if you like to give me an exact list of parts that would br great, im putting my bike in the shop soon. so it would be very appriciated... Puntandkick@aol.com is my email if you just want to do it that way. may be easier.

BuellPartsGuy
11-19-2007, 06:48 PM
Left Fork - J0121.1AE

Right Fork - J0122.1AE

Rear Shock - K0410.1AE

Kickstand - L1167.1AE

Lower Triple Clamp - J0106.02A8C

These are exact part numbers. Just be sure to copy them down EXACTLY. Buell part numbers do tend to run very close, and one digit off could mean that it will not fit. Any other questions, feel free to let me know.

05xb12r
11-20-2007, 03:38 PM
so if i give these numbers to the parts dep, they will be able to get these parts, would it be cheaper if i buy these parts from somewhere else...

BuellPartsGuy
11-20-2007, 04:09 PM
Unless you can find someone who has parted out a CG on ebay or something, I dont think you will be able to get the stuff anywhere else cheaper. I am sure they will look at you funny if you walk in, hand them a list of the correct part numbers to do the kit they said couldn't be done and show them up. lol It will be awesome. Let me know how it pans out. I want to know what they say.

gilbertfg
01-13-2008, 10:16 PM
Does anyone know the part number for the lower clamp for the 06 xbr? [confused]

BuellPartsGuy
01-13-2008, 11:08 PM
Stock 2006 XBR Lower Triple Clamp - J0106.3A8A

gilbertfg
01-14-2008, 10:22 AM
Thanks. [up]

justice720
01-23-2008, 11:58 PM
stock uppper triple clamp for 03 xb9r=? can't seam to find it. alternate clamps=?

also, can this kit be done on the xb9r?[confused]

BuellPartsGuy
01-24-2008, 05:33 PM
J1105.02A8A - Stock upper triple clamp

This can be done to an XB9R also.

mrdozer2you
01-24-2008, 06:52 PM
You can definitely tell by the front end that it is lower than stock. Cant tell much in the first shot but the second one for sure. Nice work [up]

Roxanne
01-27-2008, 03:14 PM
Hi - I have the XB12r 04 model. I'm not in US (a tiny island called the Isle of Man in the Irish Sea) and the models in the UK don't include a 'low'. I'm 5' 5'' and weigh 140.Although I've had bike a few years now I'm so fed up of not having feet flat on floor for maneuvering / parking up (tough over here with bad road cambers and no such thing as a decent parking lot) and having to 'think' about where I can park up instead of just doing it, I've put the bike up for sale with a view to getting the SV 1000 sport - which I can reach the ground on. Problem is - I do love the Buell! This is the first time I've been on this site, and wondered if the lowering could work for me? Can these parts that you mention be bought in the UK? Also, as we have great twisty roads and no speed limit here - would it still handle afterwards? Hope you can advise? Rox

BuellPartsGuy
01-27-2008, 04:33 PM
This kit will work on your bike. As far as the parts being available over there, I am not exactly sure. If you would like, I can give you a list of all the exact part numbers you will need to complete the change over. I will give you two list, one list will be all the stock part numbers. You need to first make sure that all of these numbers match EXACTLY, otherwise the conversion won't work. Buell part numbers are very close to other ones in most cases, so be careful. Second I will give you the list of the part numbers needed to complete the conversion. If all the first numbers match, the second numbers will be the ones you will order. If all the part numbers don't match, find out what the part numbers are and write them down and send them to me. I will try and figure out what is different so I can maybe work up a different conversion for you. I am pretty sure you can order them into a local dealer. I can order HDI parts here in the US. Let me know if you need any help.

Roxanne
01-28-2008, 05:08 PM
Hi - that's so helpful! Yes please - if you can provide the part numbers etc. I also had a thought. We've a place over in Daytona, and I could order the parts to be at Bruce Rossmeyer's for when we're over at Bike Week in March (as long as they will fit in a suitcase and not weigh too much for the airline). My e-mail is roxanne.oldham@manx.net. Due to time difference may be a few hours gap between e-mails. In the meanwhile I've cancelled the advert to sell the bike, and have a call out with a dealer in the UK to check if they'd do the work for me if I bring the parts over from the US. It's worth doing that as from experience I've found what is $100 in US is £100 UK i.e. twice the price!
Thanks for your help
:)

BuellPartsGuy
01-28-2008, 05:40 PM
Ok, I did some research and found out that every thing is the same between US models and European models as far as the suspension components we are replacing. So I am just going to give you the list of the new stuff to buy to complete the conversion.

LH Fork - J0121.1AE

RH Fork - J0122.1AE

Rear Shock - K0410.1AE

Sidestand - L1167.1AE



Because your bike is an '04, you dont need to do the lower triple clamp like you have to do on the newer year bikes. As far as being able to put them in a suitcase, you will be buying complete fork assemblies which are sort of long for a normal suitcase, so do think of that. Everything else will fit though. Let me know if you need any more help.

Roxanne
01-29-2008, 06:02 PM
Thank you - that's great news. Also the dealer in the UK has said they're happy to do the job using the parts we bring back from US.

To clarify - the build date of my Firebolt is Jan 04, so we will order the above parts and not the triple clamp.

We have also thought of the case, and have a long bag they'll fit in as long as we have plenty packing material. If its not long enough we'll buy a cheap golf bag over there!

I'll let you know how we get on, and send a photo of the finished thing.

BuellPartsGuy
01-31-2008, 02:01 AM
That shoud be everything. Let me know who it goes.

THEO
02-05-2008, 07:15 PM
I have a question. i have a '07 xb9r. Im a little short on the bike, so i was wondering if there was anyway to lower it...about 2 inches or so. Is there a kit for it, or do i have to buy seperate parts

mrdozer2you
02-05-2008, 07:22 PM
have a question. i have a '07 xb9r. Im a little short on the bike, so i was wondering if there was anyway to lower it...about 2 inches or so. Is there a kit for it, or do i have to buy seperate parts

WOW!!!! Did you not read anything written in this post? All of your questions have been answered.

BuellPartsGuy
02-05-2008, 10:59 PM
We really really really need to make it thoroughly clear to all the people on here including all the new members joining all the time, SEARCH TO FORUM BEFORE YOU ASK THE SAME QUESTIONS ASKED FIVE TIMES ALREADY. Chances are, you question has been asked, but if you cant find the answer AFTER YOU SEARCH, then ask about it and we will gladly help you out.

mrdozer2you
02-06-2008, 03:04 PM
Umm...so...like I have a Buell. And I want to lower it and make it really loud and such. Because we as U.S. Americans dont have maps and such.

THEO
02-08-2008, 05:31 PM
are the part numbers the same as for the xb12?

BuellPartsGuy
02-08-2008, 06:08 PM
What year and type of XB12?

THEO
02-09-2008, 12:28 AM
well i have a 07 xb9 firebolt..but you listed some part numbers for a xb12. so i was wondering if it was the same?

BuellPartsGuy
02-09-2008, 01:10 AM
07 XB9R Lowering Kit

Left Fork - J0121.1AE

Right Fork - J0122.1AE

Rear Shock - K0410.1AE

Kickstand - L1167.1AE

Lower Triple Clamp - J0106.02A8C

THEO
02-10-2008, 05:24 PM
thank you for the information.

BuellPartsGuy
02-10-2008, 06:23 PM
No problem. Watch the part numbers closely when ordering. Make sure the guy at the counter orders the exact parts numbers. If they supercede them or enter them one letter or number off, you could get the wrong parts, So be careful.

Roxanne
04-26-2008, 08:44 AM
Hi - message for Buell Parts Guy - I've got the parts and the bike is now lowered. It is really good - thanks very much for the advice. I've found handling OK, a bit ligher on front end in hard braking - but not too bad. I'm thinking of fitting steering damper, but not urgent. Will send photo of finished article when I work out how to upload photos!

Thanks,

Roxanne

KANN
07-25-2008, 10:43 PM
I can't even tell the difference from the pictures.
[confused]

dave_xb12r
07-25-2008, 10:47 PM
Oh its lower my friend.... much lower:D. I'm 5'5 as well. I'll probably do this mod someday, but I'm going to get my bike on a dyno first. I dont mind sliding my butt over a bit to touch the ground

LeFox
07-26-2008, 08:51 AM
here's an example of a xbs-r that's been lowered to fit a 5' girl.
she can now place both feet almost 100% flat on the ground.

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/627_20080726014912_L.jpg

BuellPartsGuy
07-26-2008, 03:59 PM
That one is just lowered in the rear. Looks like its pretty slammed though! [up]

Let her know to buy the front forks. Then it will be a little more stable.

Buell Bryan
08-20-2008, 05:35 AM
Buellpartsguy, do you know of any parts that I can use to lower my 03 xb9s, I just got it and am still unfamiliar with any difference between specific years of XBs.

Thanks
Bryan

dave_xb12r
08-20-2008, 08:31 AM
speaking for BPG, the lowering is the same as the firebolt mentioned earlier in this post. You need a few parts

Left Fork - J0121.1AE

Right Fork - J0122.1AE

Rear Shock - K0410.1AE

Kickstand - L1167.1AE

Lower Triple Clamp - J0106.02A8C

Buell Bryan
08-20-2008, 08:47 PM
Thanks very much, sorry if the question seems redundant, I'm just getting into these bikes and haven't had the chance to do the hard research as of yet.

THANKS!!
Bryan

firechickenXB9R
08-21-2008, 02:34 PM
Why do you need a new lower clamp?

To: Oh Great One

myjessebug
08-21-2008, 02:51 PM
Are the part numbers the same for all XB12s's? I have a '04, and I'm 5'2 95lbs and would love some better footing. My Harley guys say they know of no way to lower. So I can really call you and you can get me my parts? Will you be able to tell my Harley guys how to put it together?

BuellPartsGuy
08-21-2008, 04:34 PM
The install is very simple. If they are Harley Mechanics, I would sure hope they can do it.

Only certain years need new lower triple clamps, due to the fact that the ones newer than '05 changed the outer diameter on the stock height model forks as compared to the CG forks.

firechickenXB9R
08-22-2008, 06:37 PM
Oh I see.
Thanks BPG

Fuquad
08-22-2008, 07:45 PM
Wow, that is seriously sick. Curse you! I'll have to set aside some discretionary funds....

MooFX
09-01-2008, 07:21 AM
The first firebolt that was lowered looks really good! Makes me want one now, maybe when I can afford to own another Buell.

Question to BuellPartsGuy:
I have a 09 SCG right now, is there anyway to drop the front end a little bit? I'm fine with the stock ride height, but I'm thinking it'll give it a meaner stance to have the front end abit lower. If not its no big deal though, just random ideas that went through my head when I saw the lowered Firebolt. :)

dave_xb12r
09-01-2008, 07:32 AM
I dont think you would want to do it, it would negatively effect handling

BuellPartsGuy
09-01-2008, 07:43 PM
I wouldn't recommend it.

bad juju
09-01-2008, 08:22 PM
buell parts guy i work for ride now. i suppose we are fellow employe's,so all i would need is scg forks and lower tree.and i was curouis about the rear shock why is there such a big gap in price from 275-950$

BuellPartsGuy
09-01-2008, 09:17 PM
Depends on where I would order it. The more expensive on I order from Works Performance. Custom shocks cost some major dough. The stock one is the cheapest but not the absolute lowest.

Which RideNow corporate juggernaut extension do you work for? lol

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09-27-2008, 05:45 PM
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07 XB9R Lowering Kit

Left Fork - J0121.1AE

Right Fork - J0122.1AE

Rear Shock - K0410.1AE

Kickstand - L1167.1AE

Lower Triple Clamp - J0106.02A8C

Is this parts list current for 07 XB12r as well? I tried looking up a suspension comparison but Buell no longer lists the 07 xb9r specs. I called the local HD/Buell shop and they confirmed suspension part numbers for the 07 xb12/9r are the same. If that's the case I would assume that your listing applies to the 12r as well. I've finally saved up enough funds to start the ball rolling on this project and just want to make sure I order the right parts. Thanks in advance for your help.

BuellPartsGuy
09-28-2008, 12:07 AM
Yeah, 07 9's and 12's are the same. Thats the list of parts you need.

09XB12Ss
12-16-2008, 05:22 PM
I have an 09 XB12Ss and would like to do the 09 Scg lowering kit. Want to keep the all black look, so I'm assuming the other parts number you posted for older models would not work. I did see in the specs that the Ss has 43mm forks, and the Scg has 41mm. Went to the dealer and told them what I wanted to do. They said they had done this before and that it didn't change anything. That sounds like ignorant BS to me. Just looking at the pics you can see the Scg is lower. If BPG has done this with other year models, why would it be any different for the 09s? Am I correct in assuming this? If yes, BPG could you please let me know the parts I need and respective numbers for the 09s to do this. Thanks :)

BuellPartsGuy
12-16-2008, 06:02 PM
2009 Lowering (black)

J0106.02A8CYT - Lower Triple Tree - $113.82

J0121.7AEZT - Left Fork Assembly - $332.00

J0122.7AEZT - Right Fork Assembly - $332.00

K0410.1AE - Rear Shock - $267.00

L0167.5AE - Sidestand - $56.75

There ya go [up]

09XB12Ss
12-16-2008, 06:29 PM
Thanks BPG! What's the deal with the specs on the Buell page saying that the forks have a different diameter? Is it a typo or are they actually different? Thanks again [up]

BuellPartsGuy
12-16-2008, 07:05 PM
They are different diameters. Thats why you need the lower triple clamp. The earlier years ('03 and '04) they were the same size.

09XB12Ss
12-16-2008, 08:08 PM
Cool. Thanks again for all the great info.

BuellPartsGuy
12-16-2008, 08:10 PM
No problem. [up]


This is a popular thread. Over 2800 have view this thread! I'm making a difference after all! lol :D

09XB12Ss
12-16-2008, 08:23 PM
And then some [up]

nativeXb12Rbuell
12-16-2008, 10:30 PM
hey BPG ..I have a 2005 Firebolt .I want to lower it with Scg suspension. I want the black like on the new 2009 Scg . is the list in the above post the same for my firebolt for the black components.

.I'm sure I'm not the only one with an older buell that wants the blacked out suspension..and frame for that matter but i'll keep my frame for now ,may re-powdercoat it black at later date..
..

has anyone used the corbin lowered seat to help gain another inch or two.with the Scg setup on a firebolt.. and if so how comfortable is it on longer trips ...

BuellPartsGuy
12-16-2008, 11:12 PM
Yeah, its all the same stuff. You would also need the top clamp, too. Just for the fact that it is black.

09XB12Ss
03-21-2009, 07:30 PM
Finally did the 09 Ss to Scg Lowering withe parts you gave me. All the parts except the lower triple tree (J0106.02A8CYT) were right on. The steering stops on the Ss are different than on the Scg. I'm not sure if there is another clamp available with the right steering stop, but I wanted to give a heads up before somebody else does the mod. Is there a different lower with the right steering stops? If not you will have to have something fabricated by a machinist. I had mine done no problem. Below is a pic with the two clamps. The top one is the oem Ss, and the lower is the Scg. You can see how the original has the stops in the center and the Scg has them on the outside. You have to remove the two outer stops on the new clamp and have one made to attach in the center.

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y109/CanaryLupo/triples.jpg

big b
03-21-2009, 09:13 PM
Did you do the rear also? Please post pics I may be doing this to my wifes SS.

09XB12Ss
03-22-2009, 10:28 AM
Rear was also lowered. I will post pics as soon as it stops raining and I can take it outside,

09XB12Ss
03-23-2009, 06:39 PM
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y109/CanaryLupo/09XB12Sscg01.jpg

Here's the pic as promised Big B. It rides great now! Don't have to tip toe to move bike [up]

ShawnB
03-23-2009, 08:56 PM
Wow very nicely done, that bike looks sick. This is something I'm defiantly going to have to do.

BuellPartsGuy
03-24-2009, 04:27 PM
Yeah, the Ss has a different frame and steering stops from the Scg, so no matter what you would have had to do what you did. It turned out nicely though. Thanks for the info and how-to. The more informative this post is the better. Let's keep it going guys.

firechickenXB9R
03-24-2009, 05:53 PM
OK "09XB12Ss" what right side scoop do you have? That looks very clean.

09XB12Ss
03-24-2009, 07:54 PM
Got it from Trojan Horse in the UK. Don't know the manufacturer. The other side is the same.

johnny7
03-26-2009, 03:40 AM
Thanks to BPG and everyone for this thread. I actually found this site while searching for "xb9 lowering." I have a 2003 XB9R I would like to lower. Does anyone know the difference between the CG forks and the regular? Is it just the springs, or is there more to it? I'd rather not buy a whole fork set if it's just springs or a spacer.
BPG---is there a distinct part number for a CG fork spring that can be ordered by itself?

BuellPartsGuy
03-26-2009, 03:55 PM
Its everything is different about the fork. You can't just buy springs. It is most cost effective and sanity saving to buy the whole fork assembly. Trust me on this one.

chiligrease
04-06-2009, 12:45 AM
got a little bird who wants to ride the xb9 but her heels are off the ground. these mods seem right but a little "spendy", will a rear shock swap make enough of a difference?

lata

Maxo
05-12-2009, 06:37 PM
Couldn't one just buy the rear shock and raise the forks in the triple ~.8"? Seems to me that would be the better option as you would still have ~5" of suspension travel...

Why aren't people doing that rather than spending hundreds on new forks? Is this not an option for some reason?

BuellPartsGuy
05-12-2009, 08:31 PM
There is a snap ring on the forks tat doesn't allow you to raise them. If you remove the ring to raise them it isnt safe....

rdglider
06-20-2009, 12:33 AM
I've done the cg front and rear swap and need just a little more.Can you regroove the fork for the snap ring,maybe half to three quarter inch lower??maybe I'm looking for a shorter than cg shock length.She is a mellow rider so high performance is not important.

rdglider
06-20-2009, 10:58 AM
After further reveiw the forks are not sliding up unless I change the bars.Its going to work it will just be a little here and a little there.nice place you have here.thanks

Marshallticer
07-12-2009, 11:58 PM
BPG you're a godsend.

Unsure if 03 & 04 xbr9 bikes need the triple clamp or if they don't. I'm proceeding with rear shock and kickstand this week. Will update all on ride height adjustment.

Left Fork - J0121.1AE

Right Fork - J0122.1AE

Rear Shock - K0410.1AE

Kickstand - L1167.1AE

Lower Triple Clamp - J0106.02A8C

BuellPartsGuy
07-14-2009, 04:22 PM
Yes, both 03 and 04 R's need the lower triple clamp.

xtremelow
07-14-2009, 04:54 PM
I know everyone says it is a no no, but I just slipped the front frorks and used an Scg shock in the rear. I have close to 500 miles on it since I lowered it and the forks have yet to move at all.

I just check them before and after each ride just incase but no problems so far. I have the setting set up real soft to help there but still doing hard stops and wheelies with no problems.

Marshallticer
07-21-2009, 11:44 PM
Is it possible to use aftermarket parts not from the super expensive harley store to do these mods? Can I just buy an SCG aftermarket shock and fork spring kit at the following website?

http://www.wilbersusa.com/price-lists/Springs-price-list.pdf

Or am I missing something on this thread.

Extremelow - please email me at Marshallticer@gmail.com I have a few questions.

xtremelow
07-22-2009, 01:56 AM
Email sent your way

glenjohn
09-16-2009, 03:45 PM
I have a 2004 XB12S. I wanted to lower my Buell and I have been researching for quite some time. But I couldn't find any solution that sounded good (in price, specs, or info) enough to buy through the internet. Your solution costs more (provided that you do not want top shelf aftermarket products) but you will still have the original parts and you can go back any time you want.

Here is what I did.

I wrote down the part numbers, checked them several times to be sure, went to a Harley/Buell dealer in Glendale, California(south of Los Angeles), ordered the parts, waited for a week for them to arrive, picked them up, took them to my mechanic, and he swapped them in less than 4 hours.

I wasn't there to watch my mechanic performing the work but I'm sure it would have taken him less time if he was working on my Buell exclusively. He even gave me $25 back saying it was easier than he thought. My guess is that he felt guilty to charge me what he quoted ($375) me at the first place because the job was too easy. Now, I feel like I was ripped off. What do you think?

Anyway...

I didn't need the lower triple clamp because my Buell is a 2004 model.

LH Fork - J0121.1AE - $324.69
RH Fork - J0122.1AE - $324.69
Rear Shock - K0410.1AE - $272.69
Side stand - L1167.1AE - $ 67.75

Parts total ---------- $1086.34 (with sales tax)

I paid $350.00 for my mechanic. So, the grand total is $1436.34. I thought you guys could use some real numbers.

The perfect solution! Thanks, BPG!!! Keep up the good work! [up][smirk]

glenjohn
09-16-2009, 03:53 PM
Glendale is in north of Los Angeles. Sorry. :D

Stevenc150
09-16-2009, 04:40 PM
Pics? ;)

BuellPartsGuy
09-16-2009, 06:01 PM
Passed 5000 views on this thread and going on 2 years of the thread being posted. Awesome.... :D

glenjohn
09-21-2009, 02:08 AM
Here are before and after photos.
http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/4761_20090920190452_L.jpg
http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/4761_20090920190606_L.jpg

liqrnpoker
09-21-2009, 04:13 AM
So the part number for that shock is an scg shock? Or is it a shock thy will make the scg a little bit lower?

glenjohn
09-21-2009, 03:20 PM
The front forks (did not have o-rings for the top tripple clamp and had to use the ones from the original forks) and the rear shock assembly (comes complete with spring) are Scg parts.

If you read through the whole blog, you will find the part numbers for the forks, shocks, and side stands are same for all years and models.

This will not make an Scg lower which, already, is a lowerd model with shorter wheelbase (almost 2 inches) and number of defferent specs. Scg and Ss look almost identical but they are different bikes.

And about the pictures, the front forks look shorter and the distance from the rear side marker and the rear tire is closer in the lower after-picture. You, also, can see the blue (original) and yellow (new) springs below the seat.

liqrnpoker
09-21-2009, 04:21 PM
Ok I was just wondering because on the first post it says 1/2 lower than the scg. But thanks for the info.

sportygirl03
10-23-2009, 08:30 PM
Looking to get a 08 XB12R but the bike sits too high for me. Can you tell me what parts I would need and how much labor is involved? Also would like different exhaust the stock exhaust is way too quiet. Don't want obnoxious but something that sounds throatty. Your help is greatly appreciated.

hakanrio
01-04-2010, 06:12 PM
I am living in Rio de Janeiro, I have been trying to see if there are any information for the XB12X (Ulysses), but I couldn't find any, this model is extremely high so I need to do something with my bike. In this case could I only change the rear shock and then lower the fork in the top (I have seen warnings for it but it seems like someone also was able to do this without problems)?

Hakan Olsson

frizzanz
02-03-2010, 06:48 PM
BuellPartsGuy, can you help me locate parts for my bike? I'd like to lower it as well. I have a 2008 XB12STT model. Can I just swap out the rear shock or will that throw off the handling?

Thanks!!

frizzanz

twoguns
02-03-2010, 08:21 PM
here is a vid of me and a mate fitting Scg bits to my lady's buell. its s simple thing to do. took barely two hours.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBVG9FQB6gE

texasroadranger
11-28-2010, 06:04 PM
Can anyone tell me if this same process will work on the 1125R model? Ive dropped the triple trees on the forks with no problem but looking for a mono shock thats shorter to put on bike to drop it a couple of inches

xtremelow
11-28-2010, 06:20 PM
There is a different spring available for the 1125, not exactly sure who carries it but someone on the forum has it done.

Kid1620
03-19-2011, 05:05 PM
BPG I know it's repetitive but how much and what are the part numbers for a 03 xb9r. Thanks sorry for the repetitiveness. I was wanting a couple inches down what spring do I need for the rear? Thanks again

texasroadranger
03-22-2011, 02:01 PM
I am doing a conversion on my 2008 1125R to a CR and putting an SCG tail section. BPG, do you think the SCG rear shock should fit? The entire tail section will be SCG and yes, I almost have it complete and no it was not a direct bolt-on and yes it was A Bitch to do the conversion.[cool]:D

texasroadranger
04-03-2011, 10:18 PM
I got call from Corpus Christi HD my conversion parts came in and one of those was the SCG rear shock. Im going to attempt direct bolt-on to my 1125R-CR and see if it does bolt up and if it does 'drop' it a bit. Im hoping at least 1/2" but 1" would be great. I will keep ya'll updated. Thanks

texasroadranger
04-19-2011, 06:04 AM
Hey guys, the scg shock is actually longer than the 1125R shock. I was not gonna work on my conversion as planned.FYI. If I remember correctly the 1125R shock was 12 3/4" and the SCG shock was like 14". It doesnt sound right but I think thats right.

buelljek
04-19-2011, 07:02 AM
2009 Lowering (black)

J0106.02A8CYT - Lower Triple Tree - $113.82

J0121.7AEZT - Left Fork Assembly - $332.00

J0122.7AEZT - Right Fork Assembly - $332.00

K0410.1AE - Rear Shock - $267.00

L0167.5AE - Sidestand - $56.75

There ya go


^^^^Thats a 1/3 of what my bike cost!!!! Im somewhat Jewish....i.e. (I have a large nose)jkjk

Angel By Name
04-23-2011, 12:20 PM
Hi there,
Am a newbie to the forum and am looking into the costs and ways to lower a Buell XB12R that I am going to be buying next month.
Have read through this thread and have a couple of questions...
I am 5'2" so need to lower the bike for obvious reasons...
I will be buying an 05' plate UK bike and have been advised to get a custom mono-shock from a company called Hagon at a cost of £400 (Think that is about $650ish)
They did not mention forks and or a triple clamp as mentioned near the beginning of this thread?
Also, there is mention of buying new forks, can the existing ones not just be chopped and dropped?
Also, I know I would need to replace the side stand.
Can anyone give me the website of somewhere I might get all of these parts if the Hagon shock is not suffice? Or even if, as would defo need the side stand anyway!
Struggling to find the parts online myself...
Thank you.

Angel By Name
04-23-2011, 12:38 PM
Quote:
2009 Lowering (black)

J0106.02A8CYT - Lower Triple Tree - $113.82

J0121.7AEZT - Left Fork Assembly - $332.00

J0122.7AEZT - Right Fork Assembly - $332.00

K0410.1AE - Rear Shock - $267.00

L0167.5AE - Sidestand - $56.75

There ya go



^^^^Thats a 1/3 of what my bike cost!!!! Im somewhat Jewish....i.e. (I have a large nose)jkjk

LOL! And it is also 1/3 the size of... your bike now that it's been lowered! :D

moshaholic2
04-23-2011, 01:10 PM
US people looking to lower their bikes,

click here :)

http://www.buellxb.com/Buells-for-Sale/Buell-Parts-for-Sale/FS-Silver-SCG--SL-forks-only-6k-miles-on-them

outlawtigger
09-17-2011, 12:27 PM
now, for another question.
I have an xb12scg, which I am lowering for my really short wife.(4'11")
Is any company making an adjustable sidestand?
thanks, I did search, havent found anything yet.

texasroadranger
09-17-2011, 07:17 PM
outlaw, when you lower it and you know that is how the bike is gonna stay, i would just trim the kickstand a bit, or even take it by some custom bike shop and have then heat it and maybe bend it a bit or something like that. i just tried to look for adjustable kickstands also. May try J&P cycles in the sportbike section or Motorcycle superstore.

RT Performance
09-17-2011, 08:15 PM
now, for another question.
I have an xb12scg, which I am lowering for my really short wife.(4'11")
Is any company making an adjustable sidestand?
thanks, I did search, havent found anything yet.
it's mild steel i cut and removed 1" out of Cherry's and welded it back togther with the mig.

Check soupy performance if you really want a adjustable i bet he would make you one if he doesn't already

outlawtigger
09-19-2011, 04:17 PM
thanks, I sent soupys an email.
worst case I will get a better welder than myself to reweld my spare xb12scg sidestand.

outlawtigger
01-10-2012, 10:12 AM
hello.
just got my short, adjustable sidestand for my buell from soupys performance, its a nice piece.
will install as soon as I install the rear shock shortening kit
stand shown in shortest position, it is adjustable for length
http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn152/outlawtigger/10-01-2012/DSC01038.jpg

http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn152/outlawtigger/10-01-2012/DSC01037.jpg

Loki
01-10-2012, 12:49 PM
That thing is nice but thats a huge chunk of aluminum

lShAD0w
05-08-2012, 03:25 PM
Sorry new on site I know youve been asked this question a bunch but can you list part #s for the lowering kit on the 06 xb9r Firebolt thanks. and an estimated total.

oh9bolt
05-08-2012, 05:19 PM
Read this thread from top to bottom the answer is somewhere in there.


Learn to Read!

lShAD0w
05-08-2012, 06:41 PM
I have there's nothing for my year better ask then get it wrong, learn not to be such a prick.... Thanks

Kid1620
05-08-2012, 06:54 PM
Left Fork - J0121.1AE

Right Fork - J0122.1AE

Rear Shock - K0410.1AE

Kickstand - L1167.1AE

Lower Triple Clamp - J0106.02A8C

Pretty sure these are what you looking for didn't even need to leave the first page

oh9bolt
05-08-2012, 06:55 PM
First page half way down. You didnt look very hard.

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s103/jacogan/BUELL/Buell%20Help%20Pics/2d912930.jpg

Kid1620
05-08-2012, 06:57 PM
Bet you to it oh9bolt :D still gave you a rep cause that was kinda funny to me lol

oh9bolt
05-08-2012, 06:59 PM
:D +1 back to you. [up]

oh9bolt
05-08-2012, 07:06 PM
Ishadow did you find a way to lower your R seat yet?

Noss4atwo
05-08-2012, 07:21 PM
It seams like it would be cheaper to have your seat custom lowered a 1.5 inch and better foam put on the seat to make up for the thickness than to lower the actual bike?
I am 5'8'' and tiptoeing on my 0912ss but with a slightly lower seat I think I would be fine.
what do you think?

oh9bolt
05-08-2012, 07:25 PM
Good idea for a S NOT an R.

oh9bolt
05-08-2012, 07:27 PM
Padding removed on an R. Thick as a sheet of construction paper.


http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/8587_20110215172816_L.jpg

Noss4atwo
05-08-2012, 07:32 PM
Still that looks pretty cool :)

lShAD0w
05-09-2012, 04:56 PM
How does it fell I'm about 5,7 -5,8 did it make a difference, bikes just heavy more foot the better and thanks to all for part #s

Lil Wing
06-08-2012, 04:39 AM
Hell yeah!!! There's hope for me yet!!!

thebenshow
10-09-2012, 06:36 PM
Can you tell me what parts i would need to lower a 03 xb9r?

I bought mine "lowered" from a custom guy and he lowered the rear by distorting the rear shock with a blow torch. a little precarious. I have an new rear shock and cylinder, etc. The front is easy enough drop and raise, I suppose. It's more a lowering link or some other solution to retain the full function of the shock, I'm too short and only Buells fit...lol ahhh... Buell

Love it when it runs!!!

Thanks in advance!

Ben




:):):):):):):):):):):)

oh9bolt
10-09-2012, 06:46 PM
The first post of this page holds all of the part numbers...

Or this

http://www.buellxb.com/Buell-XB-Forum/Buell-Lightning-XB12S-XB12Ss-CityX-XB12Scg/Mizu-Lowering-kit

And slip the forks.

tnails
03-25-2015, 12:59 AM
Race Tech sell an inner shock spacer kit that can lower the bike from 1 to 4 inches. The race Tech part number is SPLS 14 and it can be installed by anyone who is familiar with rebuilding shocks and has a nitrogen recharge unit. The kit costs $30 - $40 and my local racetech guy charged me $125 to do it...

pantstain
08-30-2016, 01:50 AM
not to dredge up an old thread...but the racetech part that was mentioned comes in 3 different shaft sizes....what size works on the xb12r? would be helpful information for people wanting to go that route