2018 mono air shocks
I been reading here and there that the 2018 suspension is wayyy better than previous years. If so, wouldnt it make sense that the 2018 OEM suspension is good enough as is? I can see air systems for the folks that want to drop the bike on the deck at times, but they are cruisers, not sportbikes. WHY?
Cruiser
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From: The wild west
A preload adjuster adjusts how much the spring on your shock is compressed. One would typically increase preload for luggage or passengers. Rebound and compression damping controls how quickly the shock compresses and extends when it needs to absorb bumps in the road. It is usually done when the shock oil passes through a series of orifices in the shock body.
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I been reading here and there that the 2018 suspension is wayyy better than previous years. If so, wouldnt it make sense that the 2018 OEM suspension is good enough as is? I can see air systems for the folks that want to drop the bike on the deck at times, but they are cruisers, not sportbikes. WHY?
But yeah, there's still "better" for guys that want high end adjustability or extreme lowering on demand. Some will always want better.
Stage II
Joined: Jul 2018
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From: connecticut
Hey guys, just got a 2018 breakout 114, looking for air ride but, i'm concerned about ground clearance and lean on turns with the air ride lower, anyone in here have air ride on the new softail.
Im a short guy, i'll like to lower the back a couple inches but i'm afraid i will drag on turns.
Thanks
Im a short guy, i'll like to lower the back a couple inches but i'm afraid i will drag on turns.
Thanks
Last edited by ruijunior; Jul 2, 2018 at 03:20 PM. Reason: wrong spelling
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From: NorCal Rocklin
putting air ride on 2018 softails is taking a step backwards. People that put air ride tend to show their bikes at shows and rather than ride them due to the adjustability. Progressive and Ohlins already have shocks out which have preload and rebound damping. The new monoshocks open endless opportunities.
Im a short guy 5'5" and I am able to put both feet down on all 2018 softails. You pretty much have to have an inseam of 27 and below to not able to get your feet down. BTW I have an inseam of 28/29
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Im a short guy 5'5" and I am able to put both feet down on all 2018 softails. You pretty much have to have an inseam of 27 and below to not able to get your feet down. BTW I have an inseam of 28/29
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Cruiser
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From: Arkansas
Subject: 2018 softail
https://www.ohlins.com/product/stx-4...vidson-custom/
do you have this yet?
if so, what does it cost?
Reply:
We do have them in stock, each one has a retail price of $925.00. Below are the Part #’s for the different models…
HD 501 / Soft tail Fat Bob, Fat Boy, Breakout, Sport Glide
HD 502 / Soft tail Slim, Street Bob, Heritage Classic, Low Rider, Deluxe
Last edited by Yzzyx; Jul 3, 2018 at 07:39 AM.
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From: California
I would never take a step back in technology on ANY bike. Air ride suspension on any bike sucks. But, that's just my opinion.
The beauty about all this is...your bike, you do you!
The beauty about all this is...your bike, you do you!
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Tourer
Joined: Jun 2014
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From: ontario canada
I emailed Ohlins (USA) yesterday:
Subject: 2018 softail
https://www.ohlins.com/product/stx-4...vidson-custom/
do you have this yet?
if so, what does it cost?
Reply:
We do have them in stock, each one has a retail price of $925.00. Below are the Part #s for the different models
HD 501 / Soft tail Fat Bob, Fat Boy, Breakout, Sport Glide
HD 502 / Soft tail Slim, Street Bob, Heritage Classic, Low Rider, Deluxe
Road Master
Joined: Jun 2013
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From: Rome, NY
I'm glad you weren't around when I bought my Shotgun Shock for my '13 Breakout. It made all the difference in the ride. My back says your opinion sucks.