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Old Dec 31, 2007 | 07:21 PM
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Is there anyway to adjust the shocks on a 2002 superglide?
 
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Old Dec 31, 2007 | 07:33 PM
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Easy to do with a spanner wrench in the holes at the bottom of the shock. Just turn them. It can be done without a spanner but you risk ruining the finish on the shock. I bet you have a buddy that has a spanner wrench. Just ask!
 
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 03:20 PM
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$11 at your dealer.



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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 03:37 PM
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 04:19 PM
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I carry one, if the ole lady wants a smooth shot over bumps I run it up to 3 or 4 depending on the road Im going on. I keep it at two for just me most times, sits a little lower and corners well for me at that set.
 
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 07:56 PM
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Before I got the H-D spanner, I used a rubber strap wrench, like you see everywhere. It worked, without scratching, but the dealer spanner works perfect - no hassle

And my settings are exactly the same as arnold's -the scootjust seems to work best there.

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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 08:49 PM
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Strap wrench is the ticket. More versatile !!!
 
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Old Jan 3, 2008 | 05:16 AM
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when i'm on the road i carry my spanner with me .but i got the shock set pretty good now the spanner ends up staying in the saddle bag.but that is all you need maybe 8 or 9 bucks.
 
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I have the spanner and on my Low Rider I have a numbering system on the bottom of the shock so I know what level its on. I set mine on 2 for single 3 for two up.
 
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