progressive 440's and IAS
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progressive 440's and IAS
I recently read some of you are runnin progressive 440's on their sg's. Im lookin into upgradin my rear suspension on my RG also lowering an inch. My question is the 440's do not run air so what do you do bypass the lines ? Also has anyone or anyone you know ran the IAS airtail ? I read a review in hotbike and they rave about it.
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07-31-2007, 12:29 AM
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RE: progressive 440's
When you lower the rear you reduce the shock travel - Giving you a little FIRMER RIDE...
NO the 440 - 412 & 418 are not air or air assist shocks - But WILL IMPROVE YOUR RIDE over OEM Shocks
Progressive does make an Air Ride System - But like ALL air ride systems they're alot more $$$$
http://www.progressivesuspension.com/
You can do a search and you'll find many threads on the topic
NO the 440 - 412 & 418 are not air or air assist shocks - But WILL IMPROVE YOUR RIDE over OEM Shocks
Progressive does make an Air Ride System - But like ALL air ride systems they're alot more $$$$
http://www.progressivesuspension.com/
You can do a search and you'll find many threads on the topic
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07-31-2007, 01:58 AM
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RE: progressive 440's
Any suggestions or opinions ? I want to gain performance ( handling). Aside from being more comfortable, does the air provide any other benefits ? Does the IAS system handle as well as the 440's while providing the air comfort ?? This is what i want to know. If the ias provides the best of both worlds then i would think it was worth the money .
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07-31-2007, 04:42 PM
RE: progressive 440's
i switched from the stock shocks to the progressive 440's standard spring on my RG. stayed at the same lenght as i didn't want to lose cornering clearance. much improved ride with zero wallowing. not sure what you mean "Does the IAS system handle as well as the 440's while providing the air comfort" as the 440 is IAS. no more dealing with air pump and i found a setting that suits me from solo to 2 up fully loaded.
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RE: progressive 440's
I was refering to the IAS airtail from progressive. It is a air and coil shock. They are claiming that you can adjust the height without affecting the ride ( firmness). So I would think you would achieve the performance of the 440's with the comfort and adjustability of air ? I really dont know what the hell im talkin about. Actually a little confused about the IAS shocks. I'm not concerned with price, I always end up doin everything twice. Just wanna get the best performance, but if I can acheive the ultimate handling along with the air comfort then I wanna get the IAS right off the bat.
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RE: progressive 440's
Shocks 101
Changing the AIR PRESSURE "WILL" change the ride of the motorcycle...
When you lower the rear you reduce the SHOCK TRAVEL - Giving you a FIRMER RIDE..
Performance: Lower the bike the better chance you have of bottoming out and scrapping the floorboards on corners -
Changing the AIR PRESSURE "WILL" change the ride of the motorcycle...
When you lower the rear you reduce the SHOCK TRAVEL - Giving you a FIRMER RIDE..
Performance: Lower the bike the better chance you have of bottoming out and scrapping the floorboards on corners -
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07-31-2007, 05:37 PM
RE: progressive 440's
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I was refering to the IAS airtail from progressive. It is a air and coil shock. They are claiming that you can adjust the height without affecting the ride ( firmness). So I would think you would achieve the performance of the 440's with the comfort and adjustability of air ? I really dont know what the hell im talkin about. Actually a little confused about the IAS shocks. I'm not concerned with price, I always end up doin everything twice. Just wanna get the best performance, but if I can acheive the ultimate handling along with the air comfort then I wanna get the IAS right off the bat.
I was refering to the IAS airtail from progressive. It is a air and coil shock. They are claiming that you can adjust the height without affecting the ride ( firmness). So I would think you would achieve the performance of the 440's with the comfort and adjustability of air ? I really dont know what the hell im talkin about. Actually a little confused about the IAS shocks. I'm not concerned with price, I always end up doin everything twice. Just wanna get the best performance, but if I can acheive the ultimate handling along with the air comfort then I wanna get the IAS right off the bat.
edit: sounds like the airtail might be what you're looking for if money isnt an issue and you want the freedom to lower your bike for cool cruising and then raise it up for backroad fun or 2 up touring...
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07-31-2007, 05:57 PM
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RE: progressive 440's
Instead of big bucks for shocks that'll make your bike handle and ride worse ( I'm talking about the lowering shocks ) I'd check with one of the sponsers on the board about taking and inch out of your seat, it'll bemore comfy and much cheaper andstill have that great Road Glide ride and handling!
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I know his name I just can't think of it [:@]and besides, with the money I just saved you, you can buy a I-Pod Nano and one of my Vertabrae I-Pod mounts