Can anyone measure the length of this style shock when the weight is on the tires and not the kick stand. I can't find that reference anywhere. Tip of front bolt to center of rear bolt would be super. Thanks!!

 

It's a trial and error thing. They come set at the lightest setting from the factory.
There is (somewhere) a chart, turns in/out for weight ranges.
GOOGLE Harley Softail shock adjustments.

 

Check this video, it answered your question.
https://www.demonscycle.com/adjustab...oftail-1986-99

 

Thanks Grizzzwald, I was just doing this job today.