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Jan 8, 2016 | 10:40 PM

#11

uscanuck

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If they aren't leaking why replace the bushings and oil seals for a simple monotube cartridge install?

Jan 9, 2016 | 06:41 AM

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sanman4ever

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Originally Posted by uscanuck

If they aren't leaking why replace the bushings and oil seals for a simple monotube cartridge install?

Why not? It's going to be completely torn down and the OP will have access to everything, The OP has a 2011. The teflon on those bushing is getting worn as well.

Total cost minus the oil seals = $34

I could see your point I guess there's minimal oil with a cartridge install. I just wouldn't skimp out, but that's just me. Then suppose it does leak. It's a pain to tear it down again.

Jan 9, 2016 | 07:14 AM

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Originally Posted by SnoRider

One or none.....

Manufacturer recommends 2 clips. Did that and ended up tearing it all back apart and putting in 1. If you go one, the ride will be "mushier". But depending on your rear shocks, none may work. I like the one clip as it is still soft but firm enough to handle well and no dipping upon braking.

Jan 9, 2016 | 07:35 AM

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sanman4ever

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Same here....went 2 clips and it required a complete tear down. Much happier with 1 clip. I'm 180 LBS.

FWIW if you use zero clips that will lower the ride height which can effect handling.

Jan 9, 2016 | 08:52 AM

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scottt

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Originally Posted by SnoRider

Scott - going with the monotubes. Got a good deal on them and just learning the feel of the bike so...it's a good place to start for me. If I want to upgrade later I'll then have another product under my belt to compare to, and it gets me into the garage.

Sounds like a good plan. You will be glad you upgraded the front end.

Jan 9, 2016 | 11:07 AM

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SnoRider

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Do you guys think it will be much different without the added weight of the fairing? 165lb rider on road king solo. Not sure how much those fairings and what not weigh...Thanks

Jan 9, 2016 | 11:13 AM

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sanman4ever

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You don't want it to soft. The stiffness is actually what improves the ride.

Tough call. Very few guys run no clips. Try a search on the subject. There's several threads on it.

Jan 10, 2016 | 05:08 PM

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Do you guys think it will be much different without the added weight of the fairing? 165lb rider on road king solo. Not sure how much those fairings and what not weigh...Thanks

No clips. Might as well think of leaving the factory shocks on.....