Low Profile Shocks on 08 Ultra

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Apr 18, 2008 | 05:24 PM

BrianT

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Low Profile Shocks on 08 Ultra

I want to purchase the low profile rear air shocks for my 08 Ultra. Wondering if anyone can tell me if the kick stand will still work OK?

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Apr 18, 2008 | 05:26 PM

Jim Dawson

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RE: Low Profile Shocks on 08 Ultra

I put them on mine and the kick stand works just fine. Check my signature picture.

Apr 18, 2008 | 05:35 PM

UltraKla$$ic

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RE: Low Profile Shocks on 08 Ultra

Got 'em on mine too. Not only does the kickstand still work, but loaded down with traveling gear and 2-up it handles like a dream.

Apr 18, 2008 | 05:47 PM

chappy

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RE: Low Profile Shocks on 08 Ultra

I lowered the front end as well as the rear.
No problem with the kick stand.
But fully loaded and two up, I find that I ride a bit to agressive for my bike to be that low.
So, I fially took off the HD lowing rear shocks.
I also tried the white Bro's lowering kit and took them off also.
If your interested in either of them send me a PM, the price will be right.
chappy

Apr 18, 2008 | 06:23 PM

Eddy G

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RE: Low Profile Shocks on 08 Ultra

If your looking to lower your ultra consider going with Progressive 440's.
I've had both but really think the 440's out perform the HD shocks.

Apr 18, 2008 | 11:27 PM

Oldman Harley

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RE: Low Profile Shocks on 08 Ultra

I put them on the Ultra the day I brought it home. I am 5-5 with a 28in inseam and needed to lower it a bit. I weigh 150lbs and run about 3-5 psi in the shock while solo and 12-15psi when loaded and 2-up. It bottoms only on the worst bumps but otherwise handles really nice.

Tim

Apr 19, 2008 | 01:06 AM

troutbum1971

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RE: Low Profile Shocks on 08 Ultra

can you change them without a jack... It says to lift it off the ground...... my jack is in storage and the shocks are sitting in my closet because i am waiting for an anwser on this question...

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