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Mar 5, 2019 | 09:44 PM

#21

YheHateMe

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From: NY

I hated the shocks at first. But then I dialed them up for a passenger and never bothered to lower them down and there not bad now. Idk if they broke in or what but honestly they don't bother me and that's driving on nyc road. I ordered legend Revo A's but they just been sitting in the box.

Mar 5, 2019 | 10:36 PM

#22

TheGrandPoohBah

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From: Mountain Top, Alabama

Check sag: When you sit on the bike, is the rear suspension dropping down about an inch? More, or less?

Mar 6, 2019 | 06:30 AM

#23

SWThomas

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Originally Posted by YheHateMe

You should definitely swap them. You think your crumby HD shocks feel good? Throw those Legends on there and you’ll be kicking yourself for waiting so long.

Mar 6, 2019 | 10:13 AM

#24

talkingrock

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From: georgia

I run the manual PSI numbers , but if you change to a different tire the side wall numbers are a good guide as all tire manufacturers are different , to low and the tire will cup to high and the center wears quickly

Mar 6, 2019 | 01:34 PM

#25

sampansam

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From: rhode island

If I were still married I could have had my ex-wife tell me what to do. I'm not used to making my own decisions. The cheapest advice so far is to try changing the setting to a stiffer ride. I'll try it. (thanks for the tip ) Based on the replies, however, seems like an upgrade may be in order. I ride solo, occasionally use a tour pack with a solo bracket. I'm using a Mustang super solo seat, don't want to increase my seat to ground height. When using 13" or 14" units, is the lowering kit necessary? As far as choice, Ohlins, Legends, Progressives, etc. What to do, I guess I should have stayed married. She would have told me to stop riding, problem solved.

Thanks,

Sam

Mar 6, 2019 | 01:41 PM

#26

Gary1

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From: Texas

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Originally Posted by sampansam

I also have the Mustang Super Solo on my SG and love it. I don't think I would put 14" shocks on it, but probably 13" and a lowering kit wouldn't be necessary.

Mar 6, 2019 | 01:48 PM

#27

cruisinmann

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From: pa

As grbrown said tires are a part of ride. Problem is the low profile tires give very little compared to the 80 an 90 series tires. Great for handling and having a larger wheel for looks but suck for ride. My 08 glide rode like I was on a Barco lounger compared to my 17rgs.

Mar 8, 2019 | 04:00 PM

#28

BOOMRR

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must be something set wrong

I also have the 2017 Road Glide, these have gas shocks.
I've put 30K miles on it, I am only 170Lbs, and I have to hit a pretty big bump for it to do that. I also have it set a bit harder than the way it was delivered--#5.
You may want to have it checked out.