Progressive monotubes
Road Master
Joined: May 2010
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From: Wisconsin
However I did find it interesting the 2012 dyna parts book shows cartidges for the FLD, I assumed it was an option at purchase. Item 16 in the photo.
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Joined: May 2009
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From: Northern VA
You would be correct Matt, Progressive does not have the monotubes for the FXDF model yet...........
I have been emailing Gerad at progressive for the last 4 months concerning the monotube kit for the Fatbob.
He explained that there was an issue during their R & D with the Fatbob, due to the steeper fork angle and front end weight they were not working to there satisfaction, so they are continuing with the testing and once perfected they will release.
He said it could be another 6 months to a year before this could happen.
Live Free = Ride Free........
I have been emailing Gerad at progressive for the last 4 months concerning the monotube kit for the Fatbob.
He explained that there was an issue during their R & D with the Fatbob, due to the steeper fork angle and front end weight they were not working to there satisfaction, so they are continuing with the testing and once perfected they will release.
He said it could be another 6 months to a year before this could happen.
Live Free = Ride Free........
Thank you for the clarification. Sounds like they're taking their time to get it right.
Road Captain
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 536
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From: California
Monotubes For Fatbob.....
I was really looking forward to giving these a shot on my Fatbob and when they released these for the Dyna models I noticed that their web site had no listing for Fatbob.
So at that point I shot another email to Gerad and he explained what was going on with the Fatbob monotubes. I was bummed, but on the other hand at least they did not release something that was not working........!!!!!!!!!!!
I hope they get it figured out sooner better than later, I really want to try these out, they are saying these will work far better than any type of emulator or intiminator....... We will see....
Live Free = Ride Free.........
Road Captain
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 676
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From: Glendale, AZ
Received my kit yesterday and installed. Took the bike out on a ride last night, and Wow! feels like a completely different bike. I purposely hit every manhole cover I could find and took corners that I used to slow down for because of uneven pavement at speed....hardly noticed the bumps. Brake dive is also greatly reduced.
Just to clarify for others: my kit was good for 2000-2005 FXDWG w/ 41mm forks even tho the description says for Softail. Part Number 31-2503. Progressive Tech Support was very helpful in sorting out what would work on my bike. Thanks Kyle & Gerrad!
Install was easy except for those allen screws holding the damper rod to the bottom of the slider, but here are two tips:
1) when the instructions say, keep the tube compressed...do it. There is an oil lock cup at the bottom of the fork that needs to stay in place. When I was cleaning the fork tubes...i pulled the tube all the way up, and the oil lock came loose. Took a bit of jiggling and my rifle bore cleaning rod to get it straight again.
2) Rifle bore cleaning rod with large patches work GREAT for swabbing out the fork tubes after spraying with brake cleaner.
Just to clarify for others: my kit was good for 2000-2005 FXDWG w/ 41mm forks even tho the description says for Softail. Part Number 31-2503. Progressive Tech Support was very helpful in sorting out what would work on my bike. Thanks Kyle & Gerrad!
Install was easy except for those allen screws holding the damper rod to the bottom of the slider, but here are two tips:
1) when the instructions say, keep the tube compressed...do it. There is an oil lock cup at the bottom of the fork that needs to stay in place. When I was cleaning the fork tubes...i pulled the tube all the way up, and the oil lock came loose. Took a bit of jiggling and my rifle bore cleaning rod to get it straight again.
2) Rifle bore cleaning rod with large patches work GREAT for swabbing out the fork tubes after spraying with brake cleaner.
Last edited by DesertDyna; Jul 3, 2014 at 10:11 AM.
Cruiser
Joined: Aug 2012
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From: NE Ohio
Received my kit yesterday and installed. Took the bike out on a ride last night, and Wow! feels like a completely different bike. I purposely hit every manhole cover I could find and took corners that I used to slow down for because of uneven pavement at speed....hardly noticed the bumps. Brake dive is also greatly reduced.
Just to clarify for others: my kit was good for 2000-2005 FXDWG w/ 41mm forks even tho the description says for Softail. Part Number 31-2503. Progressive Tech Support was very helpful in sorting out what would work on my bike. Thanks Kyle & Gerrad!
Install was easy except for those allen screws holding the damper rod to the bottom of the slider, but here are two tips:
1) when the instructions say, keep the tube compressed...do it. There is an oil lock cup at the bottom of the fork that needs to stay in place. When I was cleaning the fork tubes...i pulled the tube all the way up, and the oil lock came loose. Took a bit of jiggling and my rifle bore cleaning rod to get it straight again.
2) Rifle bore cleaning rod with large patches work GREAT for swabbing out the fork tubes after spraying with brake cleaner.
Just to clarify for others: my kit was good for 2000-2005 FXDWG w/ 41mm forks even tho the description says for Softail. Part Number 31-2503. Progressive Tech Support was very helpful in sorting out what would work on my bike. Thanks Kyle & Gerrad!
Install was easy except for those allen screws holding the damper rod to the bottom of the slider, but here are two tips:
1) when the instructions say, keep the tube compressed...do it. There is an oil lock cup at the bottom of the fork that needs to stay in place. When I was cleaning the fork tubes...i pulled the tube all the way up, and the oil lock came loose. Took a bit of jiggling and my rifle bore cleaning rod to get it straight again.
2) Rifle bore cleaning rod with large patches work GREAT for swabbing out the fork tubes after spraying with brake cleaner.
Road Captain
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 676
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From: Glendale, AZ
Plush or stiff? I think that would apply more to the rear shocks where your butt is. All of our forks use the same spring/damper/oil technology, and I think its a pretty universal opinion that it sucks. That said...the Progressive cartridges GREATLY improve the feel of the front end...and soak up the bumps... So while not "plush"...definately smoooooooth!
Cruiser
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 215
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From: Vallejo, CA
Plush or stiff? I think that would apply more to the rear shocks where your butt is. All of our forks use the same spring/damper/oil technology, and I think its a pretty universal opinion that it sucks. That said...the Progressive cartridges GREATLY improve the feel of the front end...and soak up the bumps... So while not "plush"...definately smoooooooth!
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From: The Whale's Vagina
Well we can only hope so.............
I was really looking forward to giving these a shot on my Fatbob and when they released these for the Dyna models I noticed that their web site had no listing for Fatbob.
So at that point I shot another email to Gerad and he explained what was going on with the Fatbob monotubes. I was bummed, but on the other hand at least they did not release something that was not working........!!!!!!!!!!!
I hope they get it figured out sooner better than later, I really want to try these out, they are saying these will work far better than any type of emulator or intiminator....... We will see....
Live Free = Ride Free.........
I was really looking forward to giving these a shot on my Fatbob and when they released these for the Dyna models I noticed that their web site had no listing for Fatbob.
So at that point I shot another email to Gerad and he explained what was going on with the Fatbob monotubes. I was bummed, but on the other hand at least they did not release something that was not working........!!!!!!!!!!!
I hope they get it figured out sooner better than later, I really want to try these out, they are saying these will work far better than any type of emulator or intiminator....... We will see....
Live Free = Ride Free.........
There is no adjustment for rebound or compression, just preload, but for the cost ($336 shipped from M&M cycles), these are pretty hard to beat. I had more than that invested in my previous set up.
The install is a PITA compared to Intiminators and springs (which literally just drop in), but never having to worry about blown seals or change fork oil again is worth the effort IMO.
Cruiser
Joined: Jun 2010
Posts: 196
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From: Amersfoort, The Netherlands
The performance at high speed on the freeway is much better, but low speed (under 50mph) on bumpy road is pretty harsh. I'm still messing with spacer height to get a better ride since the spring is a one-size-fits-all progressive wind. Even with the adjuster backed all the way off, I had almost no sag at first. I only weigh 155, so heavier riders might be fine with the out of the box set up.
Btw I love your bike, it's one of the best looking Dyna's I've ever seen!