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Old Aug 7, 2010 | 10:18 PM
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I want to replace the stock rear shocks on my 04 Low Rider, I ride 2up mostly, which shocks should I try???

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Check out Ricor. They've got a great product.
http://store.ricorshocks.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=30
 
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Old Aug 8, 2010 | 09:04 AM
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Depends on what you're trying to accomplish and how much money you're willing to spend. Do some searches on shocks and on suspension - tons of info here.
 
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Old Aug 8, 2010 | 09:15 AM
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Have you done a forum search of the various shocks available?

Progressive, Works, Ricor, Ohlins....
 
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Yes I did a search and came up with the ones you listed, what I need is which ones are for comfort on short to medium rides. I am not sure about the size in inches I will have to measure them. Just wanted to hear from guys who have them and which ones they prefered!!!

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Originally Posted by jcmusic
Yes I did a search and came up with the ones you listed, what I need is which ones are for comfort on short to medium rides. I am not sure about the size in inches I will have to measure them. Just wanted to hear from guys who have them and which ones they prefered!!!

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Works, Ricor, Ohlins are built to YOUR weight.

I've never heard of a shock being designed for "short rides".
 
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Had Progressive 440's for years and switched this spring to Ohlins. Takes the ride to an entirely different level. Great performance upgrade and much more comfortable ride.
 
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can you get those ohins in chrome and not yello(yellow)
 
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LOL. The yellow is a bit startling but it's kind of crazy how it grew on me. Was planning to go with a chrome spring (yes you can get it in chrome) and black powdercoat the rest of the shock but I may just leave it as is.

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can you get those ohins in chrome and not yello(yellow)
 
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Had Progressive 440's for years and switched this spring to Ohlins. Takes the ride to an entirely different level. Great performance upgrade and much more comfortable ride.


Talk to Howard at Motorcycle Metal, he's a sponsor here and will tell you everything you want to know about the Ohlins.
 
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