Q: Why don't you build a triangular lowering piece for the WR250R and WR250X like you do for the dirt-only models?
A: Our extensive ride testing told us that the X and R can be lowered a max of 2 inches without compromising overall handling due to the forks maximum lowering amount. Since the bike can be lowered 1 inch from Yamaha, we decided to build a connecting rod that gave another inch. Yes, we could've built a relay arm for the X and R just like we did the WR-F, but it would've added a lot of cost for the buyer/rider ($145 versus nearly $280). In addition, our informal surveys of WR X and R riders told us "we have the inch option on our bike, let us use it, and give us the other inch." Seeing as how 2 inches is the most you want to go for optimal handling on the WR250R and WR250X we saw no need to produce a 2.5 - 3.5 inch rocker/relay arm.
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