I am looking into getting a crf250r and I am 5'4. The bike feels a little tall and was wondering if there are any good ways to lower the seat height without buying a lowering kit. thanks.
lowering crf250r
Started by yfz 450r, Aug 24 2006 06:37 PM
11 replies to this topic
Posted 24 August 2006 - 06:37 PM
I am looking into getting a crf250r and I am 5'4. The bike feels a little tall and was wondering if there are any good ways to lower the seat height without buying a lowering kit. thanks.
Posted 24 August 2006 - 06:41 PM
I'm sure you can shave off some of the foam and just re staple the seat cover back on tight. I know a lot of guys on here have modified their seat adding steps and stuff. Then you can always lower your forks to. :ride:
Posted 24 August 2006 - 06:44 PM
the bike will break in and sag more .if you bought it to race id leave it alone.like
the the first post shave the seat or buy a notched seat other than that its the kouba link or suspension shop.
the the first post shave the seat or buy a notched seat other than that its the kouba link or suspension shop.
Posted 25 August 2006 - 10:37 AM
im 5' 1" and i have a 06 crf250 in stock condition and i have no problem. i just bought a pro moto kickstand (with my own money) :thumbsup: and that helps with being small a lot. just whenever i stop i jump of really quick and walk the bike to a stop and when i start i find a hill or a rock to put my foot on its easy.
if you ride tracks just look for the side of berms and stuff. not worth changing the bike just change your style
if you ride tracks just look for the side of berms and stuff. not worth changing the bike just change your style
Posted 25 August 2006 - 10:51 AM
450racer17 said:
im 5' 1" and i have a 06 crf250 in stock condition and i have no problem. i just bought a pro moto kickstand (with my own money) :thumbsup: and that helps with being small a lot. just whenever i stop i jump of really quick and walk the bike to a stop and when i start i find a hill or a rock to put my foot on its easy.
if you ride tracks just look for the side of berms and stuff. not worth changing the bike just change your style
if you ride tracks just look for the side of berms and stuff. not worth changing the bike just change your style
Posted 26 August 2006 - 02:08 PM
what do you weigh?
If you are less than 170lbs installing the correct springs for your weight may help the bike settle more for you.
If you are less than 170lbs installing the correct springs for your weight may help the bike settle more for you.
Posted 08 February 2008 - 09:41 AM
450racer17 said:
im 5' 1" and i have a 06 crf250 in stock condition and i have no problem. i just bought a pro moto kickstand (with my own money) :thumbsup: and that helps with being small a lot. just whenever i stop i jump of really quick and walk the bike to a stop and when i start i find a hill or a rock to put my foot on its easy.
if you ride tracks just look for the side of berms and stuff. not worth changing the bike just change your style
if you ride tracks just look for the side of berms and stuff. not worth changing the bike just change your style
I'm 5'4" and I find that I don't always feel comfortable. That there are times I need and want to touch the ground. Are you still riding it stock height?
Posted 09 February 2008 - 07:08 AM
im 5'4 and 115 lbs and im on a 2006 crf250r. its got the stock seat, suspension, everything. it aint pretty when i stop but its really not that hard. it involves alot of falling over. :lol:
Posted 09 February 2008 - 11:14 PM
thescreamingkiwi said:
im 5'4 and 115 lbs and im on a 2006 crf250r. its got the stock seat, suspension, everything. it aint pretty when i stop but its really not that hard. it involves alot of falling over. :lol:
Exactly... However, i find it frustratating when my taller riding buddies have no problems on those trails while I struggle...
Posted 10 December 2008 - 09:22 PM
I am 6 Ft tall and just had a new rear tire put on my 06 250R and they installed a tire one size larger and i do not like it. Didn't notice it till to late but am hoping to lower the back of the bike about 1/2 inch to make up for this. The linkage kit would be to much drop. and it would be cheaper to buy the right tire Any thoughts?
