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Old Nov 18, 2014 | 10:35 AM
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Originally Posted by JakeyL.
I was under the impression that the Limited comes standard with the premium hand adjustable shock... Like the SGS. But 13" instead of 12". I can't imagine the MOCO would put air shocks on their LIMITED. I guess nothing surprises me anymore. Not hating, just genuinely curious... And possibly dumbfounded.
And what, may I ask, gave you that impression?

The Limiteds have always came stock with air shocks.

Third point under the main pic...

http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US...#!key-features
With air-adjustable suspension that comes standard, you can dial in your ride to accommodate heavier or lighter payloads, battle unexpected road conditions or simply set it to how you like to roll. The lighter the load, the softer you can go by decreasing the air pressure a bit, or increase the air pressure for a more firm ride. A convenient air valve is located between the saddlebag and rear fender for quick adjusting. It's all about rider and passenger comfort and setting your bike to fit your tastes the easy way.
 
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Old Nov 18, 2014 | 10:45 AM
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Originally Posted by SafetyMan
And what, may I ask, gave you that impression?

The Limiteds have always came stock with air shocks.

Third point under the main pic...

http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US...#!key-features
Well, that's what I get for assuming. Still a little dumbfounded (mostly dumb). I'm not under the belief that the premium hand adjustable shocks were world changers... But how do you offer a "upgraded" shock on your Streetglide special (over the standard), and not offer a similar upgrade on the Limited?! We're talking about the MOCO's flagship top of the line touring rig (excluding CVO crappola). Damn
 
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Old Nov 18, 2014 | 10:55 AM
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Originally Posted by JakeyL.
(excluding CVO crappola)
Do some research on some of that "CVO crappola" and you may be further surprised.

The $39,649 CVO Roadglide comes with air shocks.

http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US...#!key-features

Personally, I don't think the air shocks are as bad as some here would lead to believe.

"Princess and the pea" type butts, I reckon.

The Premium hand adjustables are better, but how much is debatable.
 
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Old Nov 18, 2014 | 11:25 AM
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My line of thinking is if HD can't put decent shocks on stock I'll be damned if I'm going to give them any more money. I'll go aftermarket for better shocks.

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Old Nov 18, 2014 | 11:50 AM
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Originally Posted by SafetyMan
Do some research on some of that "CVO crappola" and you may be further surprised.

The $39,649 CVO Roadglide comes with air shocks.
That's particularly weird seeing as the 13 RG CVO came with the 12 inch hand adjustable shocks.

FWIW, no one's missing out by not having them. I guess vs the regular 12 inch shocks they may be better. I don't know. But overall, I'm not impressed.

Originally Posted by Egldr05
My line of thinking is if HD can't put decent shocks on stock I'll be damned if I'm going to give them any more money. I'll go aftermarket for better shocks.

Rick
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Old Nov 18, 2014 | 12:58 PM
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Ton's of search information on this subject. If you go with the HD hand adjustables go with the 13" version.
 
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Old Nov 18, 2014 | 02:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Egldr05
My line of thinking is if HD can't put decent shocks on stock I'll be damned if I'm going to give them any more money. I'll go aftermarket for better shocks.

Rick
That right there makes perfect sense to me. Fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice..... well, you know.
 
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Old Nov 18, 2014 | 02:33 PM
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That line of thinking could also be applied to exhaust, intake, handlebars, seats, floorboards, pegs....
 
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Old Nov 18, 2014 | 03:11 PM
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Originally Posted by SafetyMan
That line of thinking could also be applied to exhaust, intake, handlebars, seats, floorboards, pegs....
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maybe later

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Old Nov 18, 2014 | 07:04 PM
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My 13 cvo ultra came with air shocks, the 15 limited low I traded for has manual premium shocks that I am still working on. I have 3200 miles on the new bike and need to adjust them a little more for two up riding.
 
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