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Old Apr 2, 2006 | 04:04 PM
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Ok i am ready to buy new rear shock so does anyone know the pros and cons of going with 14.25 inch 412 and i will also be getting the progressive front fork springs. Also are the 412 going to be stiffer than my stockers.
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I have progressives on my bike both in the forks and the rear ( I lowered the bike by 2 and 1/2 inches with them) . I love them.
 
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Ok i am ready to buy new rear shock so does anyone know the pros and cons of going with 14.25 inch 412 and i will also be getting the progressive front fork springs. Also are the 412 going to be stiffer than my stockers.
Thanks Daniel
What's the length of the standard rear shocks on the "R"? The Progressives are very nice and will give you a slightly firmer ride depending on how you adjust them, I have them on one of my other bikes and plan to get them for the Sporty soon.

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We have them on my wifes 1200C, they lowered it just enough for her 5'1" 105# body.........
 
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