SuperShox
#11
06-29-2015, 02:12 PM
#12
06-29-2015, 02:43 PM
I see both Indian and Vic claim 4.5" to 4.7" rear suspension travel. I wouldn't trade my Harley for either of those bikes but an upgrade to a single shock, linkage system should get us that kind of travel.
#13
06-29-2015, 03:10 PM
Seasoned HDF Member
We'll just have to agree to disagree..... and I certainly didn't read any *hit talking about this product.... just an opinion based on someone's experience
You are the only one getting all spun up over this.
You seem to have your panties in a bunch over the "O fanboys".... sorry, I didn't realize you had seen, inspected, and rode both and know what's up, while us uninformed are just guessing....
your experience is noted...
You are the only one getting all spun up over this.
You seem to have your panties in a bunch over the "O fanboys".... sorry, I didn't realize you had seen, inspected, and rode both and know what's up, while us uninformed are just guessing....
your experience is noted...
Problem is, there are fanboys. Dude could slap a baby and half the forum would be like, "He sure told him! Punch that Baby-Mama too!" lol JK
Some of these guys spent thousands on 'that guy's' shocks and their opinion is going to be slighted no matter what. Hard for any new product to walk out of that shadow.
Is what it is... don't let it get to you.
Last edited by lp; 06-29-2015 at 03:12 PM.
#16
06-29-2015, 04:42 PM
Seasoned HDF Member
The thing is us O fan boys as I guess we are called now, the O shocks from "that guy" are custom valved for riding style, weight,etc.
I don't know anything about the shocks that the OP is talking about, but that is why all of us "fan boys" love those O shocks.
I say there are other shocks, if that's what you want then buy em, no skin off my nose, you may be satisfied with others.
I don't know anything about the shocks that the OP is talking about, but that is why all of us "fan boys" love those O shocks.
I say there are other shocks, if that's what you want then buy em, no skin off my nose, you may be satisfied with others.
Just sayin fanboys will have a million reasons no other shock will measure up. Kinda like you just proved.
#17
06-29-2015, 05:11 PM
Stellar HDF Member
All coil over shocks , emulsion , separated and remote reservoir shocks are gas charged , but it is an emulsion shock . Bmusg , you can call me what you want , I really don't care , am I a fan of Howard's ? Yes . Why , because I have used Progressive 940 shocks , Ricor , JRi , Ohlins #3's and #6's and he has given me the best service and the best shocks of anyone I've dealt with , so in other words he's earned my business . How many different brands and models of shocks have you used so we can judge your experience .
#18
06-29-2015, 05:25 PM
It's nice to see a new contender in the Harley shock market, one that is Made in the USA.
One thing that most people overlook is that all of these high performance shocks will need to be replaced or rebuilt after 25-55,000 miles as they do wear out. I believe the fork cartridges also need rebuilding.
One thing that most people overlook is that all of these high performance shocks will need to be replaced or rebuilt after 25-55,000 miles as they do wear out. I believe the fork cartridges also need rebuilding.
Last edited by skypilot_one; 07-01-2015 at 08:41 AM. Reason: cleaning thread
#19
06-29-2015, 06:39 PM
Stellar HDF Member
Tim,
You've had good luck and good service from Howard at Motorcycle Metal, no doubt.
I need to measure the swing arms of new frame bikes and compare the length and shock mount points to the older frame. It seems as though the spring recommendations for the newer frame and old frame may need to be different.
Back to the original topic,
It's nice to see a new contender in the Harley shock market, one that is Made in the USA.
One thing that most people overlook is that all of these high performance shocks will need to be replaced or rebuilt after 25-55,000 miles as they do wear out. I believe the fork cartridges also need rebuilding.
You've had good luck and good service from Howard at Motorcycle Metal, no doubt.
I need to measure the swing arms of new frame bikes and compare the length and shock mount points to the older frame. It seems as though the spring recommendations for the newer frame and old frame may need to be different.
Back to the original topic,
It's nice to see a new contender in the Harley shock market, one that is Made in the USA.
One thing that most people overlook is that all of these high performance shocks will need to be replaced or rebuilt after 25-55,000 miles as they do wear out. I believe the fork cartridges also need rebuilding.
#20
06-29-2015, 07:39 PM
All coil over shocks , emulsion , separated and remote reservoir shocks are gas charged , but it is an emulsion shock . Bmusg , you can call me what you want , I really don't care , am I a fan of Howard's ? Yes . Why , because I have used Progressive 940 shocks , Ricor , JRi , Ohlins #3's and #6's and he has given me the best service and the best shocks of anyone I've dealt with , so in other words he's earned my business . How many different brands and models of shocks have you used so we can judge your experience .