As a passionate hobby mechanic, I embarked on the journey of shortening the frame of my Yamaha XJR1300 RP02 to achieve a sleek, custom look. Fortunately, I found documents online detailing how to shorten the frame to meet the notoriously strict Swiss certification standards.

This modification was initially performed by „Streetfighters Interlaken„, a renowned company known for exceptional bike customization.

From the first cuts to the final adjustments, Erich Burkhalter and Oliver Rufer from Moto Burkhalter  were invaluable help!

I’ll share insights and tips on maintaining both style and safety. Whether you’re curious about the process or considering your own project, I hope this inspires you to elevate your XJR1300 to the next level.