stiffer rear shocks
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stiffer rear shocks
I am looking at changing the rear shocks on my 13 883R because I do a lot of trips with the Mrs and luggage on the bike and it can sometimes bottom out.
Any recommendations on what to get?
Thanks
Any recommendations on what to get?
Thanks
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Just picked up Progressive 412 HD, and went 1/2" longer then stock.
They are very firm and at 210 lbs solo, they are set on the lightest pre-load. They corner and handle Houston concrete freeways great.
Hit 96 mph in a bend on the toll way this morning with confidence to spare. Also have Progressive fork springs installed.
The wife is only about 105 lbs soaking wet so I doubt if I have to bump these up more then a notch or two with her on the back.
They are very firm and at 210 lbs solo, they are set on the lightest pre-load. They corner and handle Houston concrete freeways great.
Hit 96 mph in a bend on the toll way this morning with confidence to spare. Also have Progressive fork springs installed.
The wife is only about 105 lbs soaking wet so I doubt if I have to bump these up more then a notch or two with her on the back.
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European spec bikes are different then US models. Measure from center eye bolt to center eye bolt to get your length.
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Cruiser
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Im on 412 HD and really like them, I don't ride anyone on the back but my fender is close to the tire so I didn't want to bottom out.
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You have access to Hagons, just a short distance from home. I have their stock shocks on my Sporty, but would suggest considering their Nitro gas shocks. Give them a call for advice, you will find they recommend around 13" minimum, but will supply suitable springs.
As for your comment about needing stiffer shocks, what you actually need are shocks with decent damping! You won't get that with cheap shocks and to be blunt my Hagons are better than stock, but not by a great deal, which I suspect your Mrs B would really like. I have Ohlins on my Glide.
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Hello old chap. Take care with shocks, as many who comment don't mention if they routinely carry a passenger. The added weight, plus comfort, are quite different when carrying the most important passenger in the World, also she has quite a different riding experience back there.
You have access to Hagons, just a short distance from home. I have their stock shocks on my Sporty, but would suggest considering their Nitro gas shocks. Give them a call for advice, you will find they recommend around 13" minimum, but will supply suitable springs.
As for your comment about needing stiffer shocks, what you actually need are shocks with decent damping! You won't get that with cheap shocks and to be blunt my Hagons are better than stock, but not by a great deal, which I suspect your Mrs B would really like. I have Ohlins on my Glide.
You have access to Hagons, just a short distance from home. I have their stock shocks on my Sporty, but would suggest considering their Nitro gas shocks. Give them a call for advice, you will find they recommend around 13" minimum, but will supply suitable springs.
As for your comment about needing stiffer shocks, what you actually need are shocks with decent damping! You won't get that with cheap shocks and to be blunt my Hagons are better than stock, but not by a great deal, which I suspect your Mrs B would really like. I have Ohlins on my Glide.
