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Old Apr 9, 2014 | 02:41 PM
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Has anyone ever tried these: http://www.skullmanonline.com/shocks.html
I bought some Progressive 412's, 10.5" and to be honest they ride like a hardtail. I've never had any luck with progressives to begin with. 2012 FLD that I need to lower for the wife. I'm also looking for a better front end ride. Seems kinda rough compared to my other two dyna's, 99 FXWG and 07 Lowrider.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2014 | 02:44 PM
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The switchback had a cartridge in one leg so it may be pricey to upgrade the front end, maybe a fluid change would be worth trying before ripping it all apart
 
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Old Apr 9, 2014 | 02:58 PM
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Thought about that also but it's only got 7,000 on it.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2014 | 03:06 PM
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ofcourse its gonna feel like a hard tail, you've dropped it down so low there's no room for travel in the springs. they are for looks
 
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Old Apr 9, 2014 | 03:09 PM
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Shorter shocks = harsher ride
 
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Old Apr 9, 2014 | 07:34 PM
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phuk looks, i'm just trying to get the short, fat leged ole lady a comfy ride. looking for suggestions also.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2014 | 08:01 PM
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I take it that the SB is her ride? How about a different seat or maybe air shocks?
 
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10.5 may be a little low... I got the 412's 11.5inch, adjusted them to the 3rd knotch and they do the job for me... have'nt try them on a long ride yet.
 
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12" 412's on my street bob and I'm happy with them over stock. When you cut out an 1.5" of suspension travel I'm sure you'll notice it.
 
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For me, I can do 11 inch shocks solo and the ride is good. Not good 2 up.
Tried the 10.5 but did not like them. Not enough movement.
You can get a seat that will lower her or send it off and have it done. Use 11 inch or 11.5 inch shocks. That ought to do it.
 
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