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Old Apr 18, 2017 | 12:08 PM
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One of my rear air shocks just started leaking oil. Thinking this is a good time to get rid of them and go to a progressive type of shock. Preferably, I would like a 1 inch shorter than stock progressive set of shocks. Any recommendations?
 
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Old Apr 18, 2017 | 01:19 PM
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I'd use either the 944's at std height or 444's at 12"
 
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Old Apr 18, 2017 | 02:39 PM
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Lots of brands make suitable shocks and there are zillions of threads about them! Take time to use Search and read a few threads from the last few months, you'll get a flavour of the subject quicker that way.
 
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Old Apr 18, 2017 | 07:18 PM
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I put some progressive 440's on my 06 RK back in 2012 or 2013.
I installed the stock length, I was happy with them.
I didn't ride for 3 or 4 years....I got the bike running this year, still got the 440's on it, still like em.
 
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higher end shocks will sag when properly set, a 13 inch should sit when loaded at a similar height of a 12 inch harley air shock
 
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Old Apr 19, 2017 | 01:34 AM
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Shocks are like most everything else.
You get what you pay for.

I had a hard time getting the right pressure in my air shocks but once I did I'm happy with them but I've made up my mind (after reading countless threads on here) that when my OEM shocks need replacing, I'm getting a pair of the Premium H-D's provided that I can get a discount on them.
 
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