Breakout suspension seems rough
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Breakout suspension seems rough
We have some pretty wore out roads out here in Southwest Louisiana, and riding my breakout can get kind of rough. What would be a good way to smooth out my ride? Adjusting, maybe a Shotgun air suspension kit? Any ideas would be appreciated. I am clueless when it comes to Motorcycle suspensions. Thanks.
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Really, probably not the answer you want, but if you want a decent ride over rough, "wore out" roads, you need to buy a BMW.
Or, any motorcycle with more than 3/8" of suspension travel.
Harleys are for smooth, paved roads.
Or, any motorcycle with more than 3/8" of suspension travel.
Harleys are for smooth, paved roads.
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We have some pretty wore out roads out here in Southwest Louisiana, and riding my breakout can get kind of rough. What would be a good way to smooth out my ride? Adjusting, maybe a Shotgun air suspension kit? Any ideas would be appreciated. I am clueless when it comes to Motorcycle suspensions. Thanks.
By the way, if you don't have a cruise control module for your bike and wanted to get one, I have one I'd like to sell if you're interested.
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Progressive does not make a Monotube for the front forks on a Breakout, do just the spring replacement feel that much better over stock? Definitely will be ordering the Shotgun kit for the rear.
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Yes, the Progressive springs are a huge improvement over stock. I have them on my BO with a Legend Suspension air-ride on the rear. The Legend may cost a little more than SS, but I love it, and you'll rarely hear of any problems with Legend... check them out!!!