MatadorMkV
Just got it firing!
Hey guys,
Just picked up a 2013 Stelvio yesterday that has 3000 miles on it. Like showroom condition. Road it home last night about 100 miles and love it.
Problem is...it's a bit higher than I thought. I've owned two Vstrom 650's, one Vstrom 1000, and an R1200GS. They all have a higher seat height than the Stelvio has in the low setting...at least on paper, and they were fine for me. I realize the Stelvio is kind of wide too. I don't want to cut down the seat or alter the shock. My inseam is right about 30" with my riding boots on.
Here's my question...
The previous owner installed Heidenau Scout K60 Tires...150/70-17 rear and 110/80-19 front. I know I may be reaching for straws here, but is there a chance that these could have raised the bike up at all? Seems like they have some fairly large knobs. Wondering if going to street tires would help.
Also, the fork tubes right now are up 13mm from the top of the tree. Can they be raised more...and how much is safe? I realize it'll change the geometry and steering a bit.
Thanks!
Russ
Just picked up a 2013 Stelvio yesterday that has 3000 miles on it. Like showroom condition. Road it home last night about 100 miles and love it.
Problem is...it's a bit higher than I thought. I've owned two Vstrom 650's, one Vstrom 1000, and an R1200GS. They all have a higher seat height than the Stelvio has in the low setting...at least on paper, and they were fine for me. I realize the Stelvio is kind of wide too. I don't want to cut down the seat or alter the shock. My inseam is right about 30" with my riding boots on.
Here's my question...
The previous owner installed Heidenau Scout K60 Tires...150/70-17 rear and 110/80-19 front. I know I may be reaching for straws here, but is there a chance that these could have raised the bike up at all? Seems like they have some fairly large knobs. Wondering if going to street tires would help.
Also, the fork tubes right now are up 13mm from the top of the tree. Can they be raised more...and how much is safe? I realize it'll change the geometry and steering a bit.
Thanks!
Russ