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Old Apr 17, 2006 | 08:51 AM
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Default 2006 Low Rider Shocks

My '06 Low Rider owners manual doesn't mention the adjustable shocks.

The shocks are currently at the #2 setting, and it the ride seems stiff to me

Two quick questions:

What settings are stiffer ride vs softer ride?

How do I change the settings?


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Old Apr 17, 2006 | 12:23 PM
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Sammi, The preload settings range from 1 to 5. 1 being the softest setting and 5 being the stiffest setting. I weigh 210 pounds and usualy have it set to position 3. It's just a personal preference, I jack it up to 4 when I carry my wife...

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Old Apr 17, 2006 | 12:24 PM
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Default RE: 2006 Low Rider Shocks

Thanks for the info.

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Old Apr 17, 2006 | 09:51 PM
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I'd like to tag onto Sammi's post. I weigh 175 lbs and my shocks are set on 3. This seams a little stiff to me. Was wondering what settings are your shocks at verses weight of the rider?
 
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Old Apr 17, 2006 | 11:35 PM
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i have mine set at 5 and solo rider like a good firm ride
 
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Old Apr 18, 2006 | 03:17 AM
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Default RE: 2006 Low Rider Shocks

Howdy, I ride mine set at 2 or 3 depending on wht route I am taking. When riding 2 up I am set at 4 or 5... I weigh aboout 230 and with the wife on board the toal wieght is approx. 350 so a higher setting is more comfortable. Once we load up with Saddlebags and a T-bag we will probably upgrade our shocks to some new progressive shocks....

Have a good one... and keep it verticalllllllllllll......
 
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