so ive been wanting some better rear shocks for my 11 fxdc for over a year now and with the help of some tax returns i finally have the funds available, but the old lady hasnt shared my enthusiathm for spending around $700 for new shocks. so yesterday i asked if she wanted to go a ride, and like usual she was eager to go. little did she know this ride had a purpose. we went for a nice ride on one of the most tore up roads in the county to make the ride, well less than comfortable, so when we got back the first thing she said was "you need new rear shocks, that ride sucked!" lol. so now im goin to order me some 12.6" Works steel trackers this week.

 

Nice!! I may have to try that out haha

 

haha i did somthing kinda like so order my JRI shocks

 

For $700 you must be getting the ARS version which is a good idea since your wife rides with you. I had them on a previous motorcycle and it's pretty slick how they operate. I just received (last week) Works 13.5" Steel Trackers for my FXDX w/o ARS since I only ride it solo. Be sure to mention you're a "HOG member" for a 10% discount.

 

Good execution. Do you know any tricks I can use to convince the wife that I need about 30 more HP/TQ ??

 

well played.....well played

 

Just curious why you picked the Works over Ricor - planning to buy one or the other.

 

Just replaced mine with some 13" ebay touring. sent them out had them custom cut to 11". I think they'll be better than stock.

http://bitchinbaggers.com/products/drop-shocks/

 

I want them!! Gimmie!!

That's is exactly my plan.

 

Tell her it doesn't have enough power with her on the back. you're afraid that it could be unsafe. She will probably think you're calling her fat at first so you'll get to watch what you want on the couch for a few nights. She'll probably go get a gym membership too. You'll get more power and more time to yourself. I don't see any downsides to this method.