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Post by milkman on Dec 6, 2006 0:29:06 GMT -5
How high off the groung should my SR be?
Now I know its dependant on tyres, shocks etc etc, but lets say the clearance off of a stock SR from the ground to under the sump.
I'd be lucky to have 6 inches
Now I have what appear to be stock as stock shocks, mounted in the correct spot, the front forks are off and SRZ. My tyres appear to be the culprit.
I have bridgestone batallax, 100/90-18M/C 56H on the front, 58H on the rear.
They're going to have to go for next rego, so any suggestions appreciated. I'd like plenty of rubber to help soak some vibes. My manx seat isn't the most bum friendly
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Post by StewRoss on Dec 6, 2006 1:24:15 GMT -5
Hi, I use BT45's, with 100/90 on the front and a 120/90 on the rear. This jacks the rear up a bit. I also have 330mm long Koni's as well and this lifts up the rear a little more. Ground clearance isn't a huge problem on the SR's, especially as you have discussed. If you start to do dirt road riding it may be an issue...but otherwise it'll be fine. Dirt road....what's that??? Some of the Japanese bikes are extremely low at the front of the frame with the shorter TZ forks etc. Don't know how they go on corners etc. SR  |
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Post by wotavidone on Dec 6, 2006 2:18:50 GMT -5
She'll be right mate.
With new tyres on, it'll be clearance on the footpegs in the corners, not under the sump that you'll be worrying about.
Nothing like cranking it over hard in the twisties, when you know your tyres are actually going to hang on.
Mick
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Post by milkman on Dec 6, 2006 4:33:03 GMT -5
Thanks lads,
It wasn't causing me any dramas, I was just interested as I had a look at her today after a ride, and curious what it is standard.
Mainly I've been thinking of running a header like the ones that almost follow the arc of the frame, and was worried if I hit a pot hole, I'd take my pipe out. But if I hit a pot hole like that at pace, I'd probably have bigger problems.
Tyre choice can get as personal as oil debates, but If anyone has firm favourites, I'm all ears....
Hard to beat the Bridgestones for the blance of cost, durability and grip I think (the way I ride at least)
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Post by StewRoss on Dec 6, 2006 5:14:18 GMT -5
Mate, Ask Wizz954...he uses them (BT45'S) in racing...I love those tyres in the twisties, confidence inspiring. For a pipe that clears in turns regardless, you probably need to run the header under the engine. Like the Tingate one on my black cafe racer. I have crushed a standard header when I hit one of those yellow reflectors in the centre of the road at full lean...(...before anyone says anything, I may have possibly been a little far toward the centre of the road on that one...heh, heh.)...nearly broke my toe, as my boot tip hit it as well...makes your eyes water...the bike had standard pegs that ended up well worn at the ends...rearsets are the go for this sort of riding. SR  |
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Post by wizz954 on Dec 10, 2006 4:23:56 GMT -5
Yes, I can certainly vouch for the BT45s on the track. Even after a rear shock collapsed and the back end went sideways, they stuck to the road like glue. They feel soft and grippy and stick to the road even when the wheels are off the ground!
I noticed you have 18 inch front wheel, is that right as the standard is 19 inch. Maybe that's why you're low on clearance?
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Post by milkman on Dec 10, 2006 22:43:10 GMT -5
I hadn't thought of that Wizz. My bike came with wire wheels already added, so I dare say the previous owner came across two 18's at a good price/source and stuck with that.
The clip ons are attached to the forks ABOVE the triple clamp, so this also lowers the front, which is good though, it give my bike a level profile and makes the riding position a bit more comfy aswell.
I went for a quick spin round the neighbourhood yesterday on my "test lap", and I kept getting held up by people wanting to know all about my roughy "manx". Got sun burnt to buggery as I was only wearing a t-shirt (was only going for 5 minutes).
Lesson learned - always wear your jackets kids
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