Pipe had to go to the garage for pics.
First off; Pipe does not claim to be the best rider or good for that matter.
Pipe has his bike lowered first off for being vertically challenged. Yes, 5'10" isn't short, but that size with a 30" inseam isn't the best. All his height is in the upper body.
So the first plus is better footing while stopped.
Second is the front is lowered with risers; which helps pipe with his wrist and hand problems.
Third; it looks better in Pipe's opinion.
Forth; No wheelies or slighter chance of wheelies. No you can't go out and be cool popping the front end up like a stock bike, but it is better for straight line.
Pipe's bike is lowered 3/4" front and 1 1/2" rear.
Not extreme compared to others bikes of the board.
You will drag parts sooner as stated. Pretty obvious.
Below is a pic of Pipe's lower fairing. Headers was smashed when Pipe bought the system used, but Pipe is sure they still wouldn't be perfect if they were bought new.
Not all undertails will rub, even two up.
Below is proof.
Pipe's UFO undertail on his 04 which was also lowered did rub a little bit.
Not trying to start an arguement, just stating an opinion; but Pipe doesn't think of himself as a saggy tittied granny while riding.
Without further ado here are the pics.
Left side of Pipe's rear tire.