lost info on this...
looking to replace rear shocks on 2014 ultra.
looking for best bang for the buck.
without breaking the bank

 

What does 'without breaking the bank' mean to you?

 

Ohlins 2 series... Motorcyclemetal.com

 

Ask the dealer where you purchased the bike if they know of any premium take offs. You may also want to firm up the front suspension. Your model comes with a better front suspension than my 13 did. Maybe a fluid change would give you the balance needed to solve your suspension issue. Roads in New England definitely justify suspension upgrades.

 

I just put a set of 13" HD premium hand adjustables on my SG last weekend. They are perfect for me. The ride and handling is 100 times better than the 12" air shocks. I bought them from a forum member here in the classified but you can get them from an online discount dealer for a little over $400

 

+1 on this above ^^^ like Scott said, around $400 at 20% off or used for less...

 

i have talked to other people that have tried the premium shcks and say they are better but still lack something.
i have read about the ohlins.
any ideas on these?

 

I have a 15 Road Glide Special. It came with the hand adjustable premium ride shocks.

The only complaint I had about the bike was the rear suspension. It was very harsh and bottomed out easy. I'm 6'3" and 240lbs. Riding 2 up was not an option.

Bought the HD Premium shocks ( pn 54000008). These are standard length shocks. Only have about 500 miles on them but difference is night and day.

The bike rides about 3/4 of an inch higher in the rear (no problem, shows my rear wheel better). Also rides great 2 up.

Best mod I have made, and I have done a lot.

I am sure there are better aftermarket shocks out there but for $550.00 I am more than pleased. At almost 4 inches of travel and nice, large coil over springs you cant go wrong.

Important note: Wife loves them too!

Varooom

 

Hagon.

 

There are two scenarios where shocks are concerned, IMHO: mostly solo riding; or riding with a favourite passenger, especially Mrs Rider! If you ride mostly solo then many of the better aftermarket shocks can give an improved ride. If however you take a passenger then only the best shocks will give a truly worthwhile ride.

As for Ohlins, there are zillions of threads about them and many of us, including me, ride with them. If you want the quickest solution with a guaranteed outcome look no further!