Ultra-Easy Drop: Burnout Cycles Softail Lowering Kit (2000–2017)

The Burnout Cycles Softail Lowering Kit is a highly popular and well-known rear suspension modification designed to drop the ride height of Harley-Davidson Twin Cam Softail models from 2000 through 2017.

This kit is renowned for its simplicity and is often cited as one of the easiest ways to achieve a custom, slammed look on a Softail without fully disassembling the hidden rear shocks.

Key Features and Lowering Mechanism

Maximum Drop: The kit typically allows the rear end to be lowered by up to 2.25 inches (with options for a 1.5-inch or 2-inch drop often included in the same package).

Mechanism (Bolt-On/Collar System): Unlike kits that require internal shock disassembly (like Progressive’s), Burnout Cycles designed a bolt-on extension shaft or collar system that mounts to the existing shock post. This effectively lengthens the shock’s mounting point, reducing the overall ride height.

Note: Older versions extended the shock post; newer kits sometimes use an external collar.

Ease of Installation: The primary selling point is that installation is designed to be completed without removing the shocks from the bike or taking the shocks apart (no spring compressor needed). This drastically reduces installation time and complexity.

Customizable: Kits often come with components allowing the user to select the final drop amount (e.g., 1.5 inches for better ride quality, or 2 inches for a full slam).

Fitment and Compatibility

Wide Range: Designed to fit most Harley-Davidson Softail Twin Cam models from 2000 through 2017, including:

Fat Boy (FLSTF/FLSTFB)

Heritage Classic (FLSTC)

Softail Standard (FXST)

Night Train (FXSTB)

Deuce (FXSTD)

Rocker/Rocker C (FXCW/FXCWC)

Softail Slim (FLS)

Breakout (FXSB)

Target Shock: Intended to be used with the Original Equipment (OE) Softail shocks.

Important Trade-offs

Ground Clearance: Lowering the rear by 2 inches significantly reduces the motorcycle’s lean angle. Aggressive riders must exercise caution to avoid scraping exhaust, floorboards, or other hard parts.

Ride Quality: The adjustable nature helps, but reducing the available shock travel by up to 2 inches will make the ride noticeably firmer and harsher over large bumps compared to the stock ride height.

Adjustments: It is crucial after installation to check tire-to-fender clearance and adjust the drop height as necessary, as a full 2-inch drop may cause rubbing on certain tire/fender combinations.

The Burnout Cycles Softail Lowering Kit is an excellent choice for the Softail owner who wants a dramatic, custom drop with the absolute least amount of installation effort.
Burnout Cycles Softail Lowering Kit For Harley Softail
Features

CNC-machined steel
Does not require disassembly of shocks
Adjust ride height as-low-as 2-1/4″ under stock height
Pro-Thane bushing material virtually indestructible
High grade nylock hardware included

This Product Fits

Harley Davidson
Softail Blackline FXS 2011, 2012, 2013
Softail Breakout FXSB 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Softail Cross Bones Springer FLSTSB 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Softail Custom FXSTC/I 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Softail Deluxe FLSTN/I 2005-2017
Softail Deuce FXSTD/I 2000-2007
Softail Fat Boy FLSTF/I 2000-2017
Softail Fat Boy Lo FLSTFB 2010-2016
Softail Fat Boy S FLSTFBS 2016, 2017
Softail Heritage Classic FLSTC/I 2000-2017
Softail Heritage FLST/I 2006
Softail Heritage Springer FLSTS/I 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Softail Night Train FXSTB/I 2000-2009
Softail Rocker C FXCWC 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Softail Rocker FXCW 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Softail Slim FLS 2012-2017
Softail Slim S FLSS 2016, 2017
Softail Springer Classic FLSTSC/I 2005, 2006, 2007
Softail Springer FXSTS/I 2000-2006
Softail Standard FXST/I 2000-2012