which shocks for my situation
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From: Greenfield, Massachusetts
Hi all,
I forgot to mention that I already DO have a custom seat C&C did a great job for me), and it did make a difference. That plus boots with a better/higher heel. But I am still lacking the traction I need to back up.
So I will review all the comments made (I'm on lunch and just had a chance to quickly review all the comments). We do have a bike jack, so maybe hubby will consider doing the work.
Thanks again - I knew I would get some good suggestions.
I forgot to mention that I already DO have a custom seat C&C did a great job for me), and it did make a difference. That plus boots with a better/higher heel. But I am still lacking the traction I need to back up.
So I will review all the comments made (I'm on lunch and just had a chance to quickly review all the comments). We do have a bike jack, so maybe hubby will consider doing the work.
Thanks again - I knew I would get some good suggestions.
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From: NorNev
I put the YSS Z-366 TRL on my bike. They are 300mm length - adjustable by 10mm.
As long as I was going to change shocks, I wanted to upgrade the ride.
They are set at 11 5/8" in this picture:
As long as I was going to change shocks, I wanted to upgrade the ride.
They are set at 11 5/8" in this picture:
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From: Milford, Kansas
I think you would be happier with a quality shocks that dropped your seated position at least one inch. I tried the lowering block thing and it changed the way the bike road. I settled on works performance shocks - black trackers. IMO is was a great mod.
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Anyone else?
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From: Ozark Mountains
MLWilson is right, if you do change shocks, call Works...they'll tailor them to your weight, riding style etc. You'll pay more, but save money in the long run.
I just ditched a set of 440's that I've been using for a while for a set of Works Black Trackers...there's no comparison. Funny thing is, one of my bro's insisted that I put the 440's on his dyna....I warned him!
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From: Davie, FL
For your needs; a set of 11.5" Ohlins. I just had a HDF member exchange his Works steel trackers for Ohlins & hopefully he will take the time out to relay his finding. Always get a shock valved and sprung for you. A lifetime shock is best, one that can be rebuilt as every shock wears & degrades. In the long run you forget about the extra money you spent on superion suspension and enjoy the ride immediately.
I am sure if you asked the above people who posted if their investment in suspension upgrades was worthwhile, they will tell you. The only people who would disagree are those who do not know any better or those who buy a bike to use as the same function as one would use a nipple ring.
I am sure if you asked the above people who posted if their investment in suspension upgrades was worthwhile, they will tell you. The only people who would disagree are those who do not know any better or those who buy a bike to use as the same function as one would use a nipple ring.
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From: texas
I wouldn't waste my time or money with Progressive components. I've used their fork springs and shocks...not worth a dime.
MLWilson is right, if you do change shocks, call Works...they'll tailor them to your weight, riding style etc. You'll pay more, but save money in the long run.
I just ditched a set of 440's that I've been using for a while for a set of Works Black Trackers...there's no comparison. Funny thing is, one of my bro's insisted that I put the 440's on his dyna....I warned him!
MLWilson is right, if you do change shocks, call Works...they'll tailor them to your weight, riding style etc. You'll pay more, but save money in the long run.
I just ditched a set of 440's that I've been using for a while for a set of Works Black Trackers...there's no comparison. Funny thing is, one of my bro's insisted that I put the 440's on his dyna....I warned him!
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From: Upstate, SC
But I'm perfectly content with the ride quality and dampening abilities of the stock shocks on my FXDC, so I don't know how much of an improvement Progressives would be on a Dyna. I certainly don't think they would be worse than the stock shocks.
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From: Living in open carry state :D
When your hubby tries to change out the shocks have him remove the left shock shock first then the right. And during installation just the oposite. The reason is be cause the left lower bolt uses a nut and the right threads into the swing arm. It is easier to get the right lower one to line up when the left shock is off. He will also have to either raise and lower the bike on the jack to align the holes. It is real easy to do when someone is checking the tension on the bolts while the other works the jack.