Lowering shocks
Thread Starter
|
Tourer
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 355
Likes: 2
From: Aiken, SC
Lowering shocks
I have 11 3/4" shocks on my 1200C. I really like the look of lowered bikes. 99% of the time I ride by myself. If I used a 10 1/2 lowering shock will it be too low for two up riding? I know I would have to adjust the pre load to almost a rigid but would a 10 1/2 make it too low to have a passenger?
Road Warrior
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 1,599
Likes: 11
From: Colonial Beach, Virginia
http://www.lachoppers.com/catalog/di...106/index.html
I used these but for an entirely different reason. I put 13.5" progressive shocks to gain suspension travel then used these to put the bike at where it would be with 12.5" shocks. They are high quality and work as advertised. My bike rides really well. They are somewhat cheaper at J&P Cycles and Dennis Kirk.
I used these but for an entirely different reason. I put 13.5" progressive shocks to gain suspension travel then used these to put the bike at where it would be with 12.5" shocks. They are high quality and work as advertised. My bike rides really well. They are somewhat cheaper at J&P Cycles and Dennis Kirk.
Intermediate
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 26
Likes: 0
From: Unadilla, GA
No Worries
I put 10.5's on mine a couple of weeks ago and haven't had any problems. It scared me when I first put em on it is LOW. but I've had a couple of ladies on with me and haven't had any issues. but they were petite don't know about a more voluptuous lady. It sure did help the handling though Huge difference in the whole attitude of the bike.
Thread Starter
|
Tourer
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 355
Likes: 2
From: Aiken, SC
What is your pre load set to? I like it on 2 by myself and 3 with a passenger.
Elite HDF Member
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 4,525
Likes: 8
From: Wheeling, WV
I do not have any pre-load adjustments on mine. I have the first generation Lick's 10" short shocks. Lick's now has a newer version out called 2G Short Shocks, or something like that, that does have some pre-load adjustments.
Trending Topics
Cruiser
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 129
Likes: 0
From: newport RI
if you are need some 10 inch licks 2G chrome shocks, i'm considering selling mine. 150 miles on them, but i sit too low down and i'm cramped too much. i just bought some progressives 11.5's to replace them with...
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Southpaw Super Glide: A Left-Hand-Drive 1979 Harley FXE Built to Fit the Rider
Verdad Gallardo
The Best and Worst Harley-Davidson Moves of 2025
Verdad Gallardo
Thread Starter
|
Tourer
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 355
Likes: 2
From: Aiken, SC
Sure. Send me a PM. Will be after thunder beach before I do anything.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
