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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 02:10 PM
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Default need help lowering kit

I am wanting to lower the front end of my 08 road king. have heard that it will effect the handling, some say it will some say it want. any one out there can tell me if it effected theirs?
also h-d offers two differant lowering kits one with dampers and with just the springs. which is better, or should i use progressive?
 
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 02:18 PM
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Progressive Ft Lowering Kit & Progressive 440's Rear... Will really improve your ride & handling

You should never just do the front...

And WELCOME to the Forum
 
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 03:00 PM
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hey, thanks. I have already lowered the back. just had heard so many differant oppinions about the front.
 
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 03:05 PM
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thanks, i aready put h-d low profile shocks on. just a little confused on what to do with the front.
 
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 03:37 PM
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We use Race Tech with the Gold Valve Emulators they turn the forks into adjustable cartridge shocks and their spring come in many different rates depending on the weight of you and your bike. Check out their web site it is informative even if you don't buy their products.
 
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