Calling all FatBoy Lo Owners
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 950
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From: Southcentral, OK
oh yeah, one other thing.
the manual says to adjust the shocks on the jiffystand. I found putting it on a jack makes it waaaay easier.
and do be sure to put the same number of turns on both.. although I don't think the world will end if they are slightly off, as I believe some of the more advanced systems use the 2 out of synch to provide enhanced rebound/preload.
M
the manual says to adjust the shocks on the jiffystand. I found putting it on a jack makes it waaaay easier.
and do be sure to put the same number of turns on both.. although I don't think the world will end if they are slightly off, as I believe some of the more advanced systems use the 2 out of synch to provide enhanced rebound/preload.
M
Cruiser
Joined: Jan 2012
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From: Boerne, TX
Oh, I like those. All their products say they fit 2010 and earlier though.
Tourer
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 383
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From: New Jersey
If you sometimes ride with a passenger and got a little extra change in your pocket I would go for the Progressive (RAP) shocks. They adjust for the added weight by just turning a **** mounted on the frame next to the rear left passenger peg. Then you will never have to climb underneath the bike again to adjust the shock for the added weight of a passenger.
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Joined: Dec 2010
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From: Sheboygan,Wi
I have lowered my bike 1.5 to 2" I left the shocks set to 3 turns I believe. The brief test ride in 25 deg weather felt good and I liked how it rode. I will give it the next season to see how the shocks do and if they don't make me happy I will look into the new progressive RAP's or maybe the shotgun's if they figured out a way to mount the compressor with the ABS bikes.
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Joined: Feb 2011
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Getting last of gear in order. Heading to bike week in Daytona with my BOB and crew of 8. Any of my Lo family going?
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Road Master
Joined: Feb 2010
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From: Albany, OR
I have lowered my bike 1.5 to 2" I left the shocks set to 3 turns I believe. The brief test ride in 25 deg weather felt good and I liked how it rode. I will give it the next season to see how the shocks do and if they don't make me happy I will look into the new progressive RAP's or maybe the shotgun's if they figured out a way to mount the compressor with the ABS bikes.
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Joined: Dec 2010
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From: Sheboygan,Wi
I lowered mine 1.5" with this kit. I had to go 4 turns out to keep from bottoming out on the bump stop. I might get under and back it off 1/2 turn at a time until it hits, then take it out 1/4 turn or something. The ride isn't too bad at 4 turns, but a little softer would be better. You can definitely feel it when you hit the bump stops.