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I have a 07ultra classic. I've lowered it an inch by using the Harley front end lowering kit and street glide rear air shocks. I love the way it handles and with a 29 in inseam it make it easier moving around. My problem is it rides very rough on some of Michigan back road. Any suggestions?
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with your front end lowered to shouldn't go to a taller rear shock- rake/trail concerns.
try playing with air pressure- you'll probably do well to start reading up on the premium offerings in the case you can't get the 12" shocks to work for you.
you could try some $30 lowering blocks and 13" take offs ( maybe $100 if perfect)...that would retain your stance rake/trail and get you another inch of suspension travel.
otherwise Ohlins from motorcycle metal...spendy but the cool guys like them.
I'm not a cool guy.
welcome to the forums, mike
try playing with air pressure- you'll probably do well to start reading up on the premium offerings in the case you can't get the 12" shocks to work for you.
you could try some $30 lowering blocks and 13" take offs ( maybe $100 if perfect)...that would retain your stance rake/trail and get you another inch of suspension travel.
otherwise Ohlins from motorcycle metal...spendy but the cool guys like them.
I'm not a cool guy.
welcome to the forums, mike
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these are the trade off - lower = stiffer ride... I have a 28" inseam and run Standard height both front and back on my 15 and also had it on my 04 for 11 years... tried the lower but hated the stiff ride... I can run flat footed by boots, seat and handle bars - search my name and see where I have posted on this topic,,, boots, handle bars and seats... If I can do it - you can - I also ride two up most all the time and still can handle the standard length + Iam 65
Also, as stated,,, since you have lowered the Front DO NOT raise that back - not safe...
Also, as stated,,, since you have lowered the Front DO NOT raise that back - not safe...
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From: SE Michigan
First suggestion, MOVE.
Our roads suck...lol.
I tried my buddy's CVO 12" premium adjustable on my Ultra, didn't last long.
I picked up 13" Pro action shocks, they make 11 and 12 inch too.
Ohlins by Howard are a good choice as well.
You're going to lose a little travel on shorter shocks, need to make the best with the travel you have..
Our roads suck...lol.
I tried my buddy's CVO 12" premium adjustable on my Ultra, didn't last long.
I picked up 13" Pro action shocks, they make 11 and 12 inch too.
Ohlins by Howard are a good choice as well.
You're going to lose a little travel on shorter shocks, need to make the best with the travel you have..
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Take a look at : www.pro-action.com. They make 11" 12" and 13" shocks i just buy a set to replace my HD Premium ...they are awesome shocks
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The Pro -Action 11" have 2 1/2" shaft travel, the 12"" have 3" of shaft travel they are on Facebook too .
They are in Motocross business since 1977 . They know how to make suspension works.
I'm very happy with them ��
They are in Motocross business since 1977 . They know how to make suspension works.
I'm very happy with them ��
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As Tim suggests above, then add Ohlins front cartridges as well, FKC101. Simples!
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From: Somewhere on the Bourbon trail
Originally Posted by tj316
Ohlins 2-2A , go for the best Ohlins the first time and be done
Same inseam as you and I lowered my King front and rear using the HD Profile Lows initially. They were okay for my mostly solo riding. Then I had my 'ah-ha' moment when I went with Ohlins 2-2(A) from Howard. I have monotubes up front now with the bigger wheels.
Get your seat modified by Mean City Cycles and you'll be good.
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Lowered bikes handle rougher. Less travel equals a rougher ride. Try a set of Progressive 944 rear shocks which are 13" shocks that sit at a 12" height but provide the same amount of travel as a 13" shock/. That is a good place to start.