So I stated earlier I was thinking about eliminating the exhaust can and going with turndowns, but I think I have decided against that. I drilled out (read mangled) the can last night, and it actually sounds pretty good. I didn't get as wild as what I've seen on some of the other posts, and fortunately I don't get that nasty little popping sound. Thinking of getting some lowering links. Lookin to set 'er down about 2 1/2 to 3in or so, but I stay in louisiana (roads are GodAWFUL!), and am worried about bottoming out the fender on the wheel. Is this valid or am I being paranoid? Also gonna go with clubmans, but before I just go buy some, wanted to give someone on here a chance to put a little jingle-jangle in their pocket. One last question, if I got to a 14t front, roughly what size should I go with in the rear?
You'll probably bottom out on the bumps if you lower it, also you'll reduce your cornering clearance by quite a bit lowering it 2.5-3 inches. Also bear in mind that you'll change the steering geometry if you don't also lower the front. You'll increase the rake and trail which will lead to a bike that's harder to turn.