13" shocks
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13" shocks
Does anyone know the shock length (eyelet center to center) on the air shocks for a 2011 Ultra Limited ? I think they are the same for that an the Electra Glide Ultra Limited, and Classic. What I'm trying to find out if the air shocks are the same 13" as on my 2018 FLHTP. I'm thinking the air shocks will give me a smoother ride than my stock "new version" shocks. What do you guys think ? thanks all. Bob
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Does anyone know the shock length (eyelet center to center) on the air shocks for a 2011 Ultra Limited ? I think they are the same for that an the Electra Glide Ultra Limited, and Classic. What I'm trying to find out if the air shocks are the same 13" as on my 2018 FLHTP. I'm thinking the air shocks will give me a smoother ride than my stock "new version" shocks. What do you guys think ? thanks all. Bob
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I changed from the stock 13” air shocks on my 2014 Road King to 12” Progressive shocks in an attempt to lower it a bit, then went back to 13” shocks, this time new take-off hand adjustable. The hand adjustable 13” shocks are better than the 13” air shocks in my opinion. Not dramatically better, but better.
I think you will be disappointed going from the new hand adjustable shocks to the air shocks. At best there won’t be any difference.
I think you will be disappointed going from the new hand adjustable shocks to the air shocks. At best there won’t be any difference.
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I removed the 12" hand adjustable shocks on my 18 RG and installed 13" air shocks with the fluid replaced with 10 WT shock oil. It still rides like a lumber wagon no matter what the air pressure is. This winter I'm gonna put on some brand of shock better than progressives. I Had progressives before and was not impressed. Hopefully I can get a shock that has sag, rebound and compression adjustment on it. I've been looking but so many options with no clear cut winner. I wish I could ride all of them and let my back and butt decide.
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I removed the 12" hand adjustable shocks on my 18 RG and installed 13" air shocks with the fluid replaced with 10 WT shock oil. It still rides like a lumber wagon no matter what the air pressure is. This winter I'm gonna put on some brand of shock better than progressives. I Had progressives before and was not impressed. Hopefully I can get a shock that has sag, rebound and compression adjustment on it. I've been looking but so many options with no clear cut winner. I wish I could ride all of them and let my back and butt decide.
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I would look into Bitubo. They will be able to get you set up with a softer spring and have an adjustable damping control. They are priced right depending on where you get them.
