Fz6 lowered front forks

[ferritt]

Just been changing the front wheel bearings on my recently purchased 2004 fz6 and i've noticed that the front forks have been lowered ( dropped down through the yokes ) by about 15mm. Just wondering why this would have been done by the previous owner, and what the benefits / drawbacks of doing this will be? I'm tempted to put it back to standard, whats your opinions please?

[AdieR]

Possibly lowered for a vertically challenged previous owner?

[slimwilly]

Doing this will sharpen the steering angle, it's all up to rider preference, same goes for the rear.

[ferritt]

Thanks for the replies, are there any downsides to leaving it as it is, ie, lowered. Will it increase front tyre wear for example?