I vote shocks as well, but keep in mind, just any set of aftermarket shocks is not what I mean, the difference between a $499 set and a high quality $899 set will be huge, if $899 is not in the budget then I would personally save up the extra and buy right the first time. As far as a header, a decatted stock header will perform just fine on a stage 2 or less M8, go above stage 2 then I would spend the money on a header.

 

Good, solid advise. We had some less expensive Progressive shocks on my wife’s bike. Never could get them set to be much better than stock. I put Legends on my bike and wow, what a difference. As soon as I could afford it, I put Legend shocks on hers as well. Night and day difference. Spend the money the first time. You won’t regret it.

 

ordered direct. Received them in 3 weeks

 

Ohlin Blackline 772's I had the Revo A's w/rebound adjustment, and they were a huge improvement. Switched to Ohlins 772 and there is a subtle but definite improvement.
The Ohlin's are $75.00 more, a no brainer. They are tight on the road.

The bike will be faster with new shocks because you will ride much more aggressively. The shocks are huge.

 

There are a few touring shock options well under $899, VERY much worth considering……I put a set of Bitubo Twin adjustable touring shocks on my last bike, 99 Road King, and they made that bike ride on rails!

In all honesty and fairness, at the same time, I had progressive front fork cartridges installed in the front suspension - results = wow!

I spent about $500 at the time, on that set of Bitubo shocks, which were built to my specs……The Bitubos can be had from several retailers, but forum sponsor DK Customs currently offers them, built to your specs at $550…….Italian Racing shocks that, in my humble opinion, give all other shocks a run for their money…..DK Customs has a bunch of shock testing and shootout type data, and bang for the buck, the Bitubos won…….food for thought…..

 

I'm very close to pulling the trigger on Bitubo's for my Ultra, I have read nothing but good things!

 

If you are ready to upgrade your shocks, I say fire away, and order the Bitubo’s!

I really believe the Bitubo shocks are one of, if not the best bang for your buck. You can spend more, but in my humble opinion, you don’t need to, unless you simply just have to have brand X shocks.

I just got my Ultra, and have not ridden much yet, with all of our spring rain and cold, but when I upgrade the suspension, I will most likely order a set of Bitubo’s.

 

very very true.

go with shocks, you’ll be glad you did

 

A set a Bitubos from DK Custom for $550 shipped, and a de-catted head pipe for the price of exhaust gaskets and a couple of drill bits, (and some labor on my part), oh, and a tuner.

Smooth and cool riding for summer 2022.

 

I'd like to say the older I get, the more I care about comfort over sound and performance....

But alas, I have the sickness.........






But hey, I put Ohlins on my bagger.... well, after the crate engine....