Lowering a 2013 Triumph Street Triple R

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Walids

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Hi;

I am new rider interested in a Triumph Street Triple R. The seat height is 820 mm, I could not reach the floor with my heels. On a Ducati Monster which has 800 mm seat height, I was fine. So I am looking for 2 cm of seat height reduction.

Is there a way to easily lower the seat on the Triumph without a lowering kit? and how important it is to reach the ground with your heels?

(I may switch to Ducati if I need to, I am thinking that lowering the suspension is to much money and hassle)

Advice appreciated
 
Walids said:
Hi;

I am new rider interested in a Triumph Street Triple R. The seat height is 820 mm, I could not reach the floor with my heels. On a Ducati Monster which has 800 mm seat height, I was fine. So I am looking for 2 cm of seat height reduction.

Is there a way to easily lower the seat on the Triumph without a lowering kit? and how important it is to reach the ground with your heels?

(I may switch to Ducati if I need to, I am thinking that lowering the suspension is to much money and hassle)

Advice appreciated
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It can be a bit intimidating for newer riders if they can't put their feet flat on the ground, however, it is by no means necessary to be able to do so. Corbin seats usually sit a little lower than stock, and in this case it might make up the difference you're looking for.
 
TwistedKestrel said:
It can be a bit intimidating for newer riders if they can't put their feet flat on the ground, however, it is by no means necessary to be able to do so. Corbin seats usually sit a little lower than stock, and in this case it might make up the difference you're looking for.
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Thank you, the knowledge I was looking for.
 
I have a Street R with the stock seat and a Sargent seat. The Sargent seat is lower, but also wider (more side bolster), which works against you a bit. If you ever want to try it out that can be arranged, just shoot me a PM.

The stock seat is a medieval torture device anyways, so you'll benefit from a modified/aftermarket seat either way (mine isn't for sale though).
 
Just remember that lowering a motorcycle will negatively affect handling, alter the geometry and decrease rear suspension travel. As a a new rider, your going to want to touch the ground flat foot. Its just an experience thing. Once the weight of the bike comes over, and you are not flat foot on the ground, there is a high probability the sideways moment of the bike will cause you will drop it. This isn't a light little 250's. A simple solution may be boots with a thicker sole on them. I don't recall if you can adjust the ride height of the OEM suspension on the triple, but I would look there first. Also consider an after market shock that has this capability. Many people underestimate the value of proper suspension, not that the triple is bad, but once you've had correct suspension and setup, the ride can be night and day difference.
 
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