shorter shocks

Im 5 foot 6 and want to lower my kz650.I need to know what 11.5 or 12 inch shocks I should look for on ebay.Or if anyone has a set not in use.

The best thing I've found to use so far is shocks off a 500 Vulcan. They are about 2" shorter than stock and bolt right on with no issues at all and they look like stock. I've currently got a set on my 77 650 C-1 that I bought off ebay for $29 inc. shipping. Here's a pic.

Vulcan huh!Im gonna need those to stay off my tippy toes!!!

BoZ650 wrote:

Im 5 foot 6 and want to lower my kz650.I need to know what 11.5 or 12 inch shocks I should look for on ebay.Or if anyone has a set not in use.

Perhaps already considered, but would be mindful about maintaining sufficient rear tire-fender clearance as shocks compress (so as not to rip out the under-fender wiring). If front end is also reduced by raising fork tubes in triple clamp, beware of headers contacting front fender at max compression (say fork dive under extreme braking, hitting pot hole, etc.). And less ground clearance for header in any event.

That said, I also like 'em lowered.

I have a nice pair of progressive shocks, just about new, that I'll sell you for $50 + $15 for shipping (they're heavy). They should be a perfect fit for your bike and are 12" long.

floridamba you got my attention do you have pics that you can post for me!!??

can you pm me your email address and I'll send some pics - they are 2mb apiece. thx