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LA Choppers - Lowering Kit Options

Huntington Beach , California based LA Choppers is a familiar name when it comes to extensive handlebar options . Performance risers too , and then there are air cleaners , cables and engine guards , not to mention its ' County Line ' branded range of footpegs , floorboards , shift linkages , covers and levers . But suspension options ? Really ? Oh yes ! Lowering is its specialty , and the LA Choppers range of height management options is comprehensive . From reassuringly big , fat shock springs for lowered Softails that prevent bottoming out and come in a selection of ratings from 1200 psi through 1300 to 1400 psi , to lowering kits for Big Twins , including Touring , 39 mm and 41 mm front end lowering kits . LA Choppers is part of the Tolmar Group - a ' boutique ' selection of respected motorcycle parts and accessory brands that also includes Baron Custom Accessories and Trinity Racing in California and Hawaii based Todd ' s Cycle .
Front Lowering Kit
Big Shock Springs
Ideal for lowered Softails , these spring upgrades are stronger than stock springs , preventing bottoming out . They fit OEM and Progressive Suspension shock absorbers .
Rear Lowering Kit for FLH-FLT
1 " Rear Lowering Kit
Engineered to lower the rear of your motorcycle an ideal 1 ", this lowering kit makes the bike easier to hold up at low speeds or while stopped and lowers the center of gravity , easing handling and improving control . It gives the bike a tough , custom stance , features an uncomplicated design that makes installation easier and is precision-machined for an excellent fit . All necessary hardware is included . " We recommend lowering the front and rear of the motorcycle equally to maintain proper balanced geometry ." Front lowering kits are sold separately . Works with stock air shocks only ; will not work with coil or aftermarket shocks .
Available in 39 and 41 mm , LA Choppers ' front end lowering kits include new progressively wound springs for better damping and ultimately a smoother front end ride - to lower the bike by 1 1 / 2 ".
Rear lowering kit FLH-FLT for -25.4 mm ( 1 ") black powder-coated , in high strength steel . Not for use with " shorty " or " low profile " shocks .
LA CHOPPERS INC Huntington Beach , California , USA Tel : 714 274 4065 www . lachoppers . com www . handlebarcables . com
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