suspension upgrades
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I keep scraping my pipes and crankcase when I ride my '09 superglide hard. The suspension is good, but it can't keep up with the power of my engine, which can be frustrating.
Today, a guy in a Cobra challenged me on some backroads, and my bottom end power left him in the dust on the straightaways, but I was forced to slow down in the twisties, which ended up allowing him to pass me. I usually don't go in for such antics, but I am very familiar with these roads and happened to be in the mood for it today.
Any suggestions on improving my ground clearance?
Today, a guy in a Cobra challenged me on some backroads, and my bottom end power left him in the dust on the straightaways, but I was forced to slow down in the twisties, which ended up allowing him to pass me. I usually don't go in for such antics, but I am very familiar with these roads and happened to be in the mood for it today.
Any suggestions on improving my ground clearance?
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I went to the Dr the other day, told him it hurts when I do certain things...
Dr told me...Don't do those things...
Like Vic said, increase the pre-load on your shocks and see if that helps. I don't know your riding skills, but I would guess that may have something to do with it.
Dr told me...Don't do those things...
Like Vic said, increase the pre-load on your shocks and see if that helps. I don't know your riding skills, but I would guess that may have something to do with it.
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I went to the Dr the other day, told him it hurts when I do certain things...
Dr told me...Don't do those things...
Like Vic said, increase the pre-load on your shocks and see if that helps. I don't know your riding skills, but I would guess that may have something to do with it.
Dr told me...Don't do those things...
Like Vic said, increase the pre-load on your shocks and see if that helps. I don't know your riding skills, but I would guess that may have something to do with it.
The OP never mentioned if his bike is lowered, how heavy he is, etc.
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I went to the Dr the other day, told him it hurts when I do certain things...
Dr told me...Don't do those things...
Like Vic said, increase the pre-load on your shocks and see if that helps. I don't know your riding skills, but I would guess that may have something to do with it.
Dr told me...Don't do those things...
Like Vic said, increase the pre-load on your shocks and see if that helps. I don't know your riding skills, but I would guess that may have something to do with it.
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Longer shock could help (will also tighten up your steering). Better shock will make a huge difference as well.
http://www.progressivesuspension.com...37&modelID=370
For your bike and aggressive style of riding we'd recommend the 430 Series. High performance damper, progressive rate spring and hand adjustable preload.
Added bonus is guaranteed for life!
http://www.progressivesuspension.com...ies/index.html
http://www.progressivesuspension.com...37&modelID=370
For your bike and aggressive style of riding we'd recommend the 430 Series. High performance damper, progressive rate spring and hand adjustable preload.
Added bonus is guaranteed for life!
http://www.progressivesuspension.com...ies/index.html
