Lowering shocks 08 Ultra
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Lowering shocks 08 Ultra
My new 08 Firefighter Special Ultra has arrived at the dealer. Need some advice. I need to know the best lowering shocks to buy. I guess the lower the better without sacrificing that terrific ride.
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Thanks for the help/advice.
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RE: Lowering shocks 08 Ultra
I got the Profile low touring shocks for my 08 ultra lowered it about 3/4 of an inch. That's the same shocks that come on a street glide. Did not effect ride or control of bike. I think it handles better. If you want to lower it more change the seat. That stock seat is really thick and wide, I got the reach seat and that lowers the ride height by 1.5" I also put a chrome front end on mine and had the front lowered so now the bike fits me perfect.
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RE: Lowering shocks 08 Ultra
I need to know the best lowering shocks to buy. I guess the lower the better without sacrificing that terrific ride.
Thanks for the help/advice.
Thanks for the help/advice.
You want to go for something like 12" Progressive 440's or Works Steel Trackers, in a standard shock (Bitubo's are excellent also) or something like the Platinum Bleed & Feed air adjustable system that gives a superb ride & adjustable height.
~John
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RE: Lowering shocks 08 Ultra
I just put the Profile Low touring shocks on my 08 Ultra. It lowered the back about 3/4 of an inch also.
When I ride, it feels like I am riding my 05 Road King Custom instead of an Ultra.
Navarre
When I ride, it feels like I am riding my 05 Road King Custom instead of an Ultra.
Navarre
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RE: Lowering shocks 08 Ultra
ORIGINAL: Navarre
When I ride, it feels like I am riding my 05 Road King Custom instead of an Ultra.
Navarre
When I ride, it feels like I am riding my 05 Road King Custom instead of an Ultra.
Navarre
You can get a much smoother ride from aftermarket shocks however.......
~John
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