Consequences of shorter shocks
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From: Johnstown, PA
I think everyone has their own preferences, as some folks say the shorter shocks are horrible.
I blew out a seal in my stockers last year and replace them with street glide shocks off of a 12 (air shocks). I personally think they ride much better then my old 13" stock air shocks.
I blew out a seal in my stockers last year and replace them with street glide shocks off of a 12 (air shocks). I personally think they ride much better then my old 13" stock air shocks.
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Road Captain
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From: So Texas
What are the potential risks here? Are we talking poor ride quality or potential damage?
Road Master
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From: SF Bay area
I had the 12" hand adjustables on my '15 Limited Low. They are about as good as you'll get for a shock with 1.5" travel. They are stiff, real stiff. Even on the softest setting, when you sit on the bike they won't move. Jump up & down, they won't move. I'm 235 and ride solo.
Out on the road they are better, surprising actually for that 1.5". I could have lived with them if I had to. They sell readily in the classifieds here if you find they're not for you.
There is no free lunch when it comes to shock travel.
Out on the road they are better, surprising actually for that 1.5". I could have lived with them if I had to. They sell readily in the classifieds here if you find they're not for you.
There is no free lunch when it comes to shock travel.
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