I'm getting ready to install Progressive fork springs on my 04 1200C. If anyone has done this, did you use standard fork oil or the heavy duty oil? Any comments appreciated.

 

When I had my Sportster I put the heavy SE fork oil in with the Progressive springs. I did not like the way the front end dove when braking and bottomed out when riding 2-up. Iweigh 170 and prefered a firm feel on the front forks. With the springs and heavy oil it rode firm but not harsh, and the front end would not drop when braking.

 

Just curious Charley, where did you buy then and how much were they? I need to do the same for my 05 1200C.

Leigh

 

Let us know how the install went, I understand that its difficult to get the fork cap's threaded back on.

I seen somewhere someone made a spring compressor from stuff from Home Depot, wish I would of save that info.

Tom

 

I got them from Cycle Spot. Here: http://www.cyclespot.com/Merchant2/m...t_code=77-1527

Anyone else have input on the oil used with these springs?

 

I put the regular oil in mine. Nice ride and I do not bottom out. If the front end dives when I brake, I do not notice it. I thought that the heavy duty oil might take away some of the resopnse of the springs. I only ride 1-up. Wife has her own sporty

 

Perfect! thank you!

 

Charlie,

I dunno about with the progressive springs, but just the heavier Screamin Eagle fork oil, has made my front suspension a LOT more firm. I'd say go with the regular fork oil. Then you can change out for heavier if ya want.

After the first time, getting that "Genie back in the bottle" (fork nut), it isn't too difficult. It's just one of those learning curve things.

 

Hey man, how did that go? Are you still trying to get the Genie back in the bottle, or out enjoying your new front suspension??

 

I haven't started the install yet . I am waiting for the fork nut socket to get here and then the next rainy day.