Adjusting rear shocks
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Adjusting rear shocks
I only weigh 155 and my rear tire has no bounce what so ever. \\; I swear I am going to slip a disc one of these times. \\; Shouldnt the rear tire have at least some bounce?? \\; 2003 sporty by the way
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RE: Adjusting rear shocks
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RE: Adjusting rear shocks
get a shock wrench and back off till you get movement. turn ech shock the same nuber of clicks. I put shorter shocks on my wifes sporty for her its fine ,but to me it rides like a ridged frame.,,,
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RE: Adjusting rear shocks
 \\;Believe or not the nominal operator weight for Harley's is 160 lbs. With a spanner wrench turn the lower collar on the left shock towards the rear tire until it won't turn anymore, turn the right side shock away from the tire until it stops, that is the soft setting. Check your rear tire pressure is it at 36 psi or the recommended rear tire pressure for solo riding? An overinflated tire will also give a harsh ride. Good luck.
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