If they adjusted the spring tension to lower it- this actually affects the 'sag', a LOT!
Not recommended. For casual street riding though- I doubt you'd notice.
I'm sure you've read changes in suspension height can and does affect the handling. Rarely makes it better.
You can also just get off on either side a little to flat foot one foot when you stop? You don't have to shorten it.
Why not get a cruiser, they usually have lower seat heights, etc.
Maybe I wasn't clear. I purchased a bike that was already lowered by the previous owner. I understand that modifying geometry can have a negative impact on the handling of a bike which is why I'm hoping that someone can get me the OEM cushion link length (eyelet to eyelet). Since the link that is installed on the bike is adjustable, I'd like to adjust it to the stock length. Setting to stock length will give me a base line for how the bike was designed and I can tune from there. If I prefer the stock height handling, I'll leave it there, If I want to make minor adjustments whether higher or lower, I'll do so to accommodate my riding style.
If I wanted a cruiser, I would have bought one. I've had a handful of road bikes Honda CB, Yamaha R6, Harley Softail, as well as dirt bikes. I used to race MX and I'd leave the suspension stock, however I ride hare scrambles now and and I've had my suspension internally lowered. The the pros of lowering my enduro bike significantly outweigh the cons. There is a margin of suspension tuning that is preference in addition to riders skill and ability. Suspension shouldn't be set it and forget it. Again, I'm looking for a baseline of the stock cushion link so if anyone can help with that info, I'd greatly appreciate it.
