I currently own a Heritage Classic that my wife and I really enjoy. I would like to improve the rear suspension becuase we ride 2 up quite often. The most common response to this is to trade for a bagger. I LIKE MY HERITAGE and don't want a bagger. I know there is something called an Airtail made for softtails. Is this a good way to get better rear suspension (in terms of ride quality) for my Heritage? Are there other options? Basically I would like to keep my Heritage, but make it ride like an Electraglide. Any thoughts....

 

Progressive Suspension 422 shocks. Great for solo or 2up, as they are adjustable.

 

IMO if you ride 2 up alot, then an Air Suspension is the way to go. The 422's are a good upgrade though.

 

I'm interested in this topic too. What is the cost comparison between air shocks and the 422's?

 

422's approx $400
Air Shocks upwards of $800

 

There are air shock systems costing up to $1500 or more w/o installation. The lowest prices are probably around $800. I just had my Progessive 422's installed yesterday (paid $350 on e-bay). Haven't ridden 2 up yet on them. I set them to be 1.5" lower (main reason I put them on). There are many threads on this subject you could search through. In general, I haven't read anything bad about the progressives.

 

Air shocks are nice in the sense that they allow the user to adjust damping control with the push of a button, the 422's have to have their damping adjusted manually with a spanner wrench. But air shocks will not give quite the same quality ride that the 422's are capable of. So in all honesty, if convenience is a bigger factor(and money isnt) go with a QUALITY air ride(like progressives), but if the absolute best damping control is the bottom line and you dont mind using a spanner wrench to adjust the damping when changing from solo to 2up the 422's have the edge.

 

60-70% of my riding is 2-up on Progressive 422's
Very happy with how they perform.

 

1 1/2 drop on a Deluxe..... I wouldnt even be able to put the kickstand out!