New to me - 2022 CRF300l Rally - upgrade advice appreciated
Just picked up a 2022 CRF300l Rally. Have riden many bike in my lifetime, both on and off road. This is currently bike #3 in my stable. I think it compliments my Indian Scout and wr250r well :).
I got it so I could do some moto camping/commuting at a reasonable price point. I'm getting old enough now that I can't thrash single track like I use to, but still wanted something that was light and capable on something more difficult than a gravel logging road if I needed it to be. I also wanted something with a few more creature comforts than my wr250r had to offer (speedo, tacho, heated grips, wind protection, abs etc). This Rally checked all those boxes.
I'm considering the following changes:
The bike already has the upgraded YSS rear shock to fix the spongy stock suspension. I'm considering lowering the bike now, as this has almost completely eliminated all the sag, to the point where the seat height is a bit of an issue for me (I can't flat foot it anymore, and I'm 5'11, 200lbs). Has anyone lowered their Rally? Where can I shop for the kit needed for this mod?
With the rear suspension much stiffer, I feel like the front suspension needs an upgrade to "balance" the bike. Under hard braking, it seems like the bike really wants to nose-dive and pitch me over the bars. I haven't tried adjusting the preload yet, but my research tells me changing out the spring in the front is not an uncommon mod. Any advice on this upgrading the front is appreciated. Is this DIY thing?
Exhaust. Would like to make my bike sound a bit better. Advice on best slip-on exhaust, and where to purchase?