Works Shocks on FXDX
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Works Shocks on FXDX
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So I got a set of black trackers from Works for my 00 FXDX.
Can anybody give me some insight on how to properly dial these in? I read the directions but they seem a bit complex.
Where am I measuring for the 1" -1.5" sag? Photo would really help me out.
Also...how do I know I am adjusting the amount of preload the same for each shock? On my old shocks they had settings 1-5 but these are just threaded bodies. Do I count turns?
Anybody running these shocks on their FXDX?
Sorry for so many questions. Thanks for the help.
-Dave
So I got a set of black trackers from Works for my 00 FXDX.
Can anybody give me some insight on how to properly dial these in? I read the directions but they seem a bit complex.
Where am I measuring for the 1" -1.5" sag? Photo would really help me out.
Also...how do I know I am adjusting the amount of preload the same for each shock? On my old shocks they had settings 1-5 but these are just threaded bodies. Do I count turns?
Anybody running these shocks on their FXDX?
Sorry for so many questions. Thanks for the help.
-Dave
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first those shocks are badass and im jealous. second i set the sag from the ground to the bottom of the fender strut just below the rear bolt. flat ground, make sure it's the same spot of course side to side. have a helper measure while you sit on it ya know. you can count the threads on the bodies to keep em level or measure from eye to eye on the shock. take time and tape the wrench too so you don't scratch the shock. post up some pics of em installed so i can be even more jealous.
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Sag is the difference in the overall length of the shock when uncompressed (biked jacked off the floor) and when you are sitting on it. Best done with help from someone else, unless you are a contortionist! Measure the overall length of the springs in both cases.
Changing the preload will adjust the sag. Count turns on each shock. You have an A grade shock there, so need to brush up! If you get messed up at any time, adjust each shock until the spring lengths are the same on both.
Changing the preload will adjust the sag. Count turns on each shock. You have an A grade shock there, so need to brush up! If you get messed up at any time, adjust each shock until the spring lengths are the same on both.
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first those shocks are badass and im jealous. second i set the sag from the ground to the bottom of the fender strut just below the rear bolt. flat ground, make sure it's the same spot of course side to side. have a helper measure while you sit on it ya know. you can count the threads on the bodies to keep em level or measure from eye to eye on the shock. take time and tape the wrench too so you don't scratch the shock. post up some pics of em installed so i can be even more jealous.
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first two pix, the machine is in the air, tire hanging, shocks are fully extended.
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above and below you see I stand a rule on the swingarm, right above the axle.
piece of tape on the strut, with a witness mark.
the red arrow is pointing at the witness mark.
write down the position of the witness mark. in this case it is at zero.
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now next two pix, the machine is back on the ground with the rider weight on the seat.
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in my case I started at about an inch and a quarter. red arrow.
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This sounds like a good rule to follow. I watched a video from Progressive about how to set sag on rear shocks. They explained a good rule of thumb to use is 1/3 the total amount of travel.
So, just for example if a shock has 3" of travel, your sag should be no more than 1". Sag is the amount the shock compresses when rider (+ passenger + luggage +etc) are on the bike.
You will probably need the help of someone to set this up correctly.
So, just for example if a shock has 3" of travel, your sag should be no more than 1". Sag is the amount the shock compresses when rider (+ passenger + luggage +etc) are on the bike.
You will probably need the help of someone to set this up correctly.
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The first question with WP Trackers, is do you know the spring rate, I custom ordered a set for my 98 Sportster using my weight and riding style as the criteria---I have a 210# spring--with the correct sag the bike bottoms our on rough roads-----money wasted.
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I'll try to get them on this weekend. Thank you all for the help.
I hope these are good shocks. I have a set of Progressive 418s on it currently and never had a problem with them until the rebound adjusters failed. Progressive basically boned me on 'repairing them for $400' or something crazy like that.
I called up WORKS and they made these brand new black trackers for $450 to my door.
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If you bought them custom-built, get back to the shop you bought them from. They may need adjusting, or stronger springs. Did you set the static sag? See mud's excellent pics.
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works believes you should bottom out on the roughest of roads. This way you know you are utilizing all the travel. still, you do not need to have the sag at 33%. it can be anywhere from 25% to 33% and still offer a good ride. depends on you the rider and what you want the end result to be. If you want your shocks to bottom less, first you should increase the preload in 1/2 turn increments to get the ride right. If it does not work out, then maybe send them back. Having had Ohlins and now Ricor on my bike, I can say that a 1/2 turn of threaded adjustment can make a big difference. Almost surprisingly so.
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