New Tbr7

Pfordy · 01-07-2020, 12:41 PM

Hey my name is Payne, I just bought a new Tbr7. My big question is I'm a little shorter, so how can I lower the bike down?

I know you can take out spacers in the front forks and lower the rear adjustable suspension, just wondering how to do so? Also are there any seats that I can buy to put in, or is cutting the foam the only way to go?

Thanks ahead of time! And thanks for everything that's been posted! Super helpful!

Weldangrind · 01-08-2020, 12:06 PM

Welcome!

The easiest way to lower the front is to simply loosen the triple clamps and slide the forks up a bit. There is a more complex way to shorten the forks if that's your preference, but the method will depend upon whether the forks are conventional or inverted.

The rear can be a little tricky, depending on the setup. If a link is used with the rear shock, creating a new link that is longer or shorter can raise or lower the bike, but that requires a little fabrication ability. It's also possible to simply install a shorter shock, but finding one that doesn't have an excessive spring rate might take some trial and error. How much are you looking to lower the bike?

MooDog · 01-08-2020, 01:26 PM

Welcome! Great bunch of folks here! Congrats on the Tao TBR7!

Geoman · 01-08-2020, 01:38 PM

Payne - The TBR 7 has seat height of 34 inches and there others bikes like it. I'm looking to purchase a bike too but I'm 5'5" so I'll be faced with a similar dilemna. I'd like to know eventually how you solved your height issue.

Pfordy · 01-09-2020, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Geoman

Payne - The TBR 7 has seat height of 34 inches and there others bikes like it. I'm looking to purchase a bike too but I'm 5'5" so I'll be faced with a similar dilemna. I'd like to know eventually how you solved your height issue.

My same problem... I'm only 5'5 lol... My bike should be delivered this weekend or monday. I'll update then.

Thanks for the info so far everyone

**JerryHawk250** · 01-09-2020, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Geoman

Payne - The TBR 7 has seat height of 34 inches and there others bikes like it. I'm looking to purchase a bike too but I'm 5'5" so I'll be faced with a similar dilemna. I'd like to know eventually how you solved your height issue.

Check with Jeff with Peace Sports Atlanta on the seat height on the MotoMax. It might have a little lower seat. I think the rear shock is adjustable too. https://shop.brozz250.com/eshopprod_...Super_Moto.htm

Email: jeffreyp@peacesports.com
Phone: 770-662-1898 x107

kirbo7106 · 01-09-2020, 06:08 PM

Welcome to the forum!

I’m not sure if it will fit, but CSC sells a seat for the TT250 that lowers the seat height by 2 inches. The TT250 seat fits the Hawk 250.

Enjoy the Ride!

LifeRider · 01-09-2020, 06:35 PM

Wecome! What color did you get?

Pfordy · 01-09-2020, 06:51 PM

White, and I did the "fully assembled" option from Tx powersports... I still plan to go through everything. I already bought a new carburetor, main/pilot jets, sparkplug, and oil, that'll I'll replace before I start the bike

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Pfordy Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Cedar City, UT Posts: 11	New Tbr7 Hey my name is Payne, I just bought a new Tbr7. My big question is I'm a little shorter, so how can I lower the bike down? I know you can take out spacers in the front forks and lower the rear adjustable suspension, just wondering how to do so? Also are there any seats that I can buy to put in, or is cutting the foam the only way to go? Thanks ahead of time! And thanks for everything that's been posted! Super helpful!
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01-08-2020, 12:06 PM	#2
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	Welcome! The easiest way to lower the front is to simply loosen the triple clamps and slide the forks up a bit. There is a more complex way to shorten the forks if that's your preference, but the method will depend upon whether the forks are conventional or inverted. The rear can be a little tricky, depending on the setup. If a link is used with the rear shock, creating a new link that is longer or shorter can raise or lower the bike, but that requires a little fabrication ability. It's also possible to simply install a shorter shock, but finding one that doesn't have an excessive spring rate might take some trial and error. How much are you looking to lower the bike? __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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01-09-2020, 06:08 PM	#7
kirbo7106 Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Holiday, Florida Posts: 672	Greetings! Welcome to the forum! I’m not sure if it will fit, but CSC sells a seat for the TT250 that lowers the seat height by 2 inches. The TT250 seat fits the Hawk 250. Enjoy the Ride! __________________ Dan-O -2018 Tao Tao HellCat - DOA -2016 Hawk 250 - Kitty Hawk - eBay exhaust, Mikuni carb(120 main/30 Pilot), airbox mod with K&N filter, digital cluster, total LEDs, 17/45 sprockets, RK chain, Shinko 244 tires, trunk, aftermarket levers, burrito tube, skid plate, Sargent Cycle Seat... -2003 HD Sportster 100th Anniversary -1999 Buell X-1 Lightning - Race kit, Buell Seat
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01-09-2020, 06:51 PM	#9
Pfordy Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Cedar City, UT Posts: 11	White, and I did the "fully assembled" option from Tx powersports... I still plan to go through everything. I already bought a new carburetor, main/pilot jets, sparkplug, and oil, that'll I'll replace before I start the bike __________________ -- 2020 Taotao tbr7
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01-08-2020, 01:26 PM	#3
MooDog Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Wisco Posts: 58	Welcome! Great bunch of folks here! Congrats on the Tao TBR7!
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01-08-2020, 01:38 PM	#4
Geoman Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Denham Springs, Louisiana Posts: 10	Payne - The TBR 7 has seat height of 34 inches and there others bikes like it. I'm looking to purchase a bike too but I'm 5'5" so I'll be faced with a similar dilemna. I'd like to know eventually how you solved your height issue.
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01-09-2020, 06:35 PM	#8
LifeRider Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Machesney, IL Posts: 30	Wecome! What color did you get?
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