Shorter rear shoks for convert

[gearman]

What kind of shorter rear shock is available? I did a search and saw where Mtberio mentioned a 12.5 in on his vintage but I could find nothing on a convert. I am thinking I would have to lower the front forks also so as not to affect handling.

[rodekyll]

What's the issue with the stockers?

You might be able to move the upper shock mount point forward a little, which would have the effect of lowering the shock.  Maybe make a post on a piece of flat bar, drill the flat bar once to go over the bike's existing post, and then another for a second fastening bolt?

Be careful with shock length.  You can stress the ujoints and make the rear drive fluid migrate into the ujoint boot.

[fotoguzzi]

It will affect handling what ever you do.

[gearman]

What's the issue with the stockers?

You might be able to move the upper shock mount point forward a little, which would have the effect of lowering the shock.  Maybe make a post on a piece of flat bar, drill the flat bar once to go over the bike's existing post, and then another for a second fastening bolt?

Be careful with shock length.  You can stress the ujoints and make the rear drive fluid migrate into the ujoint boot.

Rk, Since I have NPH my legs are not as strong as they should be. Exercise does not seem to help much.I thought that if I could be more flat footed  I would have more control.

[rodekyll]

You might also try shorter rims and/or lower aspect tires . . .

What is the stock length?

[gearman]

The bike is stock. After I posted I went out for a ride and decided I may as well just get used to it. thanks all :)