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Old Sep 12, 2010 | 04:51 PM
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I have a 82 superglide fxr. I have progressive shocks on the rear and they are like a rock. I only weigh 165 lbs and the suspension is way to hard for me. i was wonderin if anyone could help me out with a good suspension set up for a bike. Thanks
 
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Old Sep 12, 2010 | 07:00 PM
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FXR as in a shovel & 5spd ? if yes Progressive has lower rate spring kits for those but to be honest I'd start checking the local shops or Craigs list any shock off the Evo FXR or FLT will work on your shovel they share the same frame & swingarm
 
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Thanks for the input yes a shovel 5spd, ya they are way too stiff i just dont have the load rate numbers off of them, but i will deff start looking for some lower rate springs thanks again.
 
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