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front springs
ive just brought some progressive springs p/n 11-1525 for my 2016 wide glide and the harley manual says oil height to the top of the fork is 95mm and progressive says 140mm has anyone fitted these any tips thanks
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The difference in measurements is usually tied to the volume of the spring itself. The progressive springs probably have more coils and displace more oil, hence the lower level specified.
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Youll need a oil level gauge for precise levels
the measurement is the empty space between the level of the oil and the very top of the fork tube. Make sure the fork is fully compressed to get the right measurement
the measurement is the empty space between the level of the oil and the very top of the fork tube. Make sure the fork is fully compressed to get the right measurement
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Recently replaced front springs on my FXDF with stock Progressive springs. They recommended an oil level range and I found it easy to use a tape measure from tube top. BTW, I went with the lower (less oil) level of stock HD oil and get a great comfortable ride. Also put standard 412s on back.
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thanks sharkey i was looking at putting 430 on the rear
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Put 430's on the rear of the wifes Low Rider and she says there's a huge difference over stock. I went with the 412's because I wanted the old FLH shock look of full chrome tubes and top.
The Switchback tops snapped right onto the 412's
The Switchback tops snapped right onto the 412's
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