Why remove forks for Progressive cartridges?
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Why remove forks for Progressive cartridges?
In reading the Progressive instructions, I'm not sure why you need to pull the forks? Their instructions basically start with removing the forks per the HD manual, and then got through the installation....but it doesn't look to me that anything in their steps couldn't be done with the forks still on the bike. Seems to me it may even be easier. You definitely have to remove the axle and wheel, but why remove the fender, fork brace, caliper, etc?
For those that have done it, what am I missing?
For those that have done it, what am I missing?
Tourer
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From: Norway
Drain fluids?
So are you just looking at the instructions, or are you about to install the mono-tubes? I'm interested in a review
I know there was alot of complaints about blown seals and gas leaking when they first entered the market. I Guess PS fixed this issue, but I'm having a hard time finding resent reviews...
So are you just looking at the instructions, or are you about to install the mono-tubes? I'm interested in a review
I know there was alot of complaints about blown seals and gas leaking when they first entered the market. I Guess PS fixed this issue, but I'm having a hard time finding resent reviews...
Road Warrior
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Put them in my '10 RK and have about 7 months riding with them and no issues.
I wouldn't put them in my '08 Dyna as I like the ride of the Dyna and only installed them in the king because I wanted it lowered one inch and a improved ride/handling which they provide.
I wouldn't put them in my '08 Dyna as I like the ride of the Dyna and only installed them in the king because I wanted it lowered one inch and a improved ride/handling which they provide.
Road Captain
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In reading the Progressive instructions, I'm not sure why you need to pull the forks? Their instructions basically start with removing the forks per the HD manual, and then got through the installation....but it doesn't look to me that anything in their steps couldn't be done with the forks still on the bike. Seems to me it may even be easier. You definitely have to remove the axle and wheel, but why remove the fender, fork brace, caliper, etc?
For those that have done it, what am I missing?
For those that have done it, what am I missing?
As for a review....I went from a stock front end, and installed the monotubes a few months ago...and immediately went on a 750 mile ride. Just went another 350 this past weekend. Love the feel of the front end, and elimination of excessive brake dive. For those who have "dialed" in their front suspension with springs, intimidators, oil, etc... you wont see as much improvement...but the ride is definitely smoother.
Last edited by DesertDyna; Sep 17, 2014 at 08:55 AM.
Road Master
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From: Wisconsin
I installed mine in 2011 (softail versions), no problems. As far as I know Progressive has lifetime warranty to original purchaser.
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