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i think all the manufactures say "does not fit rocker" because they just don't know. i think they are playing safe. everything i have bought for my bike that says "does not fit" actually fits just fine.
Originally Posted by MartyF
Jipmkwa,
You are correct on the cost. The main disadvantage of the Progressive 422's are the high price. When I asked, Progressive told me the 422's would not fit the Rocker. But like you said, they bolted right up to the bike with absolutely no problem. Go figure.
And the point of these shocks are to reduce the gap between the fender and the rear tire? I oredered my heartland kit and i thought he said he is including a lowering kit with it. IT's all a little confusing.
Jipmkwa,
The conversion transfers the gap between the fender and the seat - to a gap between the tire and the fender. That's why it needs to be lowered. If you don't it will look like a dirt bike from the rear. Heartland does not usually include a lowering kit with the conversion, but I don't know what they are doing in your case. Either way, it must be lowered.
Edit : Just googled them. Almost 500 $ for the two and they say they do not fit the Rocker. That sucks. Though I imagine they bolted right up to your bike no problems Marty ?
They go on EBay for $350 plus shipping. Sometimes they are even cheaper if you get lucky.
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