As a proud owner of a BMW GS, you might have faced a situation where you have to the of your motorcycle. The primary reason behind lowering the saddle is to bring the rider closer to the ground, ensuring that they can firmly plant their feet on the ground while stopping or when they lose balance during off-road trails.

Lowering the saddle of your BMW GS requires a few steps, but it is a relatively straightforward process. Here’s how you can lower the saddle of your BMW GS.

1. Measure the Current Height of the Saddle:

Before you start working on lowering your saddle, you need to measure the current height of the saddle. Measure the distance between the ground and the top level of the saddle. This measurement will help you determine how much you need to lower the saddle.

2. Lower the Rear Shock:

The rear shock on your BMW GS controls the height of the saddle. To lower the saddle, you need to the length of the rear shock. This process will vary according to the model and year of your BMW GS, but in general, this is what you need to do:

• Locate the rear shock absorber

• Remove the pin at the bottom of the shock absorber

• Compress the shock absorber using a jack

• Remove the top bolt from the shock absorber

• Unscrew the locking collar at the bottom of the shock absorber

• Adjust the length of the shock absorber to your desired height

• Tighten the locking collar and bolt back into position

3. Lower the Front of the Motorcycle:

Lowering the rear shock will lower the back of the motorcycle, but it will also alter the balance and pitch of your BMW GS. To correct this, you need to lower the front of the motorcycle too.

The approach to this step will vary according to your BMW GS model, but in general, here’s what you need to do:

• If your bike has adjustable triple clamps, remove them and adjust the height of the fork legs. This will lower the front of the motorcycle, in proportion.

• If your bike’s triple clamp is non-adjustable, you can slide the forks up in the clamp.

• If you can’t lower the front of the motorcycle using these methods, you can opt for a lower seat or a custom lowering kit.

4. Test the Height of the Saddle:

After completing the above steps, it’s necessary to check your newly adjusted saddle height. You can sit on the motorcycle and place both feet flat on the ground. Ensure you can reach all the controls and the ground comfortably.

Conclusion:

Lowering the saddle of your BMW GS is a manageable process that can be done by yourself. However, it is essential to have the right tools and knowledge to adjust the shock and front suspension. If you are not confident, it is always recommended to seek professional help. Following these steps will help you bring down the saddle to your desired height without compromising the motorcycle’s handling ability.

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