My Shock Story
Road Warrior
Joined: Sep 2013
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From: dallas
Even the Harley Premium Hand adjustable provide a much more planted feeling than the standard air shocks.
Anyone compare hd Premiums with aftermarkets? I am impressed with the HD premiums so not changing at the moment.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2008
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From: SoCal
Nice write up. It's a good thing that there are more and more options out there for our bikes. A buddy just installed Progressive 444s on his bike and is impressed with the improvement on his 14 CVO Ultra. I have Ohlins 2.5s from Howard and again, so much better than stock.
And yes, those are some pretty shocks. They are described as 2 stage etc - is that a separated or emulsified system?
I will add that my dealings with Howard have been professional and courteous. His thoroughness and follow up sets the standard. He does provide tracking.
And yes, those are some pretty shocks. They are described as 2 stage etc - is that a separated or emulsified system?
I will add that my dealings with Howard have been professional and courteous. His thoroughness and follow up sets the standard. He does provide tracking.
Road Master
Joined: Oct 2013
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From: Elgin IL
These are the shocks that I prefer over the stock air shocks Welcome to Suspension Technologies USA, LLC
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From: Booming metropolis
These are the shocks that I prefer over the stock air shocks Welcome to Suspension Technologies USA, LLC
Road Master
Joined: Oct 2013
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From: Elgin IL
They are not much more than progressive shocks, but they ride so much better, also if going 2 up through twisties these shocks really keep the back of the bike firmly planted and very stable.
Very easy to adjust and lifetime warranty.
Very easy to adjust and lifetime warranty.
Road Warrior
Joined: Oct 2008
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From: Rockland County, NY
It is amazing what advanced suspension components can do. After a while the dramatic difference just becomes the norm. You forget how it used to work. Glad you like yours.
Just a word about Howard. He's a New Jersey guy. His demeanor may not appeal to everyone but he really is a sincere guy who knows whatever there is to know about suspension. He'll never try to upsell you something you don't need and he will support his product as well as anyone could expect. He really is a great resource and a decent guy.
Just a word about Howard. He's a New Jersey guy. His demeanor may not appeal to everyone but he really is a sincere guy who knows whatever there is to know about suspension. He'll never try to upsell you something you don't need and he will support his product as well as anyone could expect. He really is a great resource and a decent guy.
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From: PNW
I didn't see the specs other than the lengths available.
That said, my guess was emulsified as well.
Ultimate HDF Member
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From: SoCal
PA, Pro Action and he doesn't list the specs. The travel is 3.5" on the 13" shocks however.
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Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2013
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From: Fort Worth
No change to the front yet, but this is next. Researching progressive and intimadators now.