| Author | Message | ||
     Vmo |
Is it possible to lower the rear suspension on a 2009 XB12X by using a shock from a XB12 Scg ? If yes, how much would this lower the suspension? Does someone have the part number for an Scg shock? I am assuming the front forks can be slid upwards in the tree to maintain F/R suspension geometry. Was looking for an Scg for my wife (short inseam) but came across a super deal on a XB12X that is too tall for her. Unfortunately, no Scg currently remaining. Thanks for any insight. | ||
| Terrys1980 |
Is it possible to lower the rear suspension on a 2009 XB12X by using a shock from a XB12 Scg ? If yes, how much would this lower the suspension? Yes, it is approx. a 1" drop. I am assuming the front forks can be slid upwards in the tree to maintain F/R suspension geometry. I lowered my front by sliding the forks upwards but some people feel its unsafe and the clamps might not hold all the forces after the ring clip is removed. I am pretty sure this is the part number for the yellow spring scg shock. K0410.1AE | ||
| Froggy |
No as the SCG has a different swingarm. Depending on how low you want to go, you can swap in a shock off the XB12XT, 06-08 XB12SS, or 07-08 XB12STT (09-10 SS has the STT shock). I am running an XB12SS rear shock and 1125R forks on my Ulything, I am not sure of the seat height but if I had to guess, it would only be about 30" unladen, then a little lower once you put some weight on it. Either way, it is quite a bit lower than the stock XB12X.  | ||
| Froggy |
Just a clarification to the shock, the placement of the shock eye on the swingarm is further away from the frame than the 3 gallon XB models. While technically the SCG shock will fit, I highly don't recommend it. | ||
| Terrys1980 |
Everything I stated is for the XB12S Lightning not the XB12X Ulysses. My bad | ||
| Vmo |
Froggy - Thanks for the info. Of the shocks you mention, which would lower the suspension the greatest amount? Can the OEM Uly forks be raised in the tree or would I need to purchase the 1125R forks? Will the 1125R forks fit in the OEM Uly tree? If we could lower the XB12X close to the seat height of a Scg (at a reasonable cost), this would possibly be worth pursuing. Otherwise she needs to look elsewhere unfortunately. BTW - I am currently in Afghanistan, so I can't just go look at a Buell right at the moment. Maybe in a couple weeks, though. | ||
| Froggy |
06-08 XB12SS
Indeed they can be, but you may be best off replacing the forks as the X is very tall compared to the SS. (2 full inches more ground clearance)
I used the 1125R forks because I had to replace my lightning forks after a wreck. Any of the standard height lightning/firebolt forks would work.
Yep! The 1125 trees don't fit on the Uly frame though.
It will be closer to a XB12S than SCG, given that the SCG uses a combo of an extra low suspension and a different seat to get its low seat height. | ||
| Steve_a |
Since I want to raise my XB12XT (2008), I'd swap parts with you. Steve Anderson | ||
| Bikesailxski |
Installed Uly XT shock on 2010 Uly XB12X, lowering rear 1" and added XT hard bags. Installed ROX 2" angle adjustable bar risers to get bars back for ergonomics and to make room to move forks up 7/8*, thereby lowering front end 7/8*. X bike has 20 degrees more steering lock, beefier forks and rims than the XT. Handling is greatly improved after the 1" lowering. Front end still has more travel than the XT and there is no noticeable disadvantage in handling or braking. If I want, I can compress the fork springs a bit and play with the dampening to counter front dive on braking if I ever feel the need. Getting 50 mpg and love the bottom and midrange power. Harley engineer friend agrees with me that it is a shame they shelved Buell.  | ||
| Jasonb |
Steve, Are you still interested in swapping? |
