Adjusting Suspension

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Jul 10, 2015 | 05:49 PM

Ahooosier

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Adjusting Suspension

I was looking at my the manual for my 2005 FXDWG and it says I can adjust the front suspension in several ways, but can't see the parts it refers to to adjust it. Has anyone ever adjusted theirs?

Jul 10, 2015 | 06:09 PM

cggorman

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The manual covers multiple models. You were probably looking at the FXDX Super Glide Sport. '05 FXDWG isn't adjustable.

Jul 10, 2015 | 06:42 PM

apetterez

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Originally Posted by cggorman

The manual covers multiple models. You were probably looking at the FXDX Super Glide Sport. '05 FXDWG isn't adjustable.

It is adjustable....pop the fork caps drain the fluid. Add more or less fluid. Or heavier or lighter fluid. And or cut the spacers. Easiest thing to do is to install fork adjusters instead of putting the fork caps back on

Jul 10, 2015 | 08:44 PM

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CGG, you hit the nail on the head. I was overlooking where it said for FXDX adjustments. I had heard about the more/less and or thicker oil to stiffen it up some. Gonna try that tomorrow. What weight and type oil should I use?