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Old Feb 15, 2009 | 08:41 PM
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Just put on some new Bitubo rear shocks...

Anyone out there have experience in adjusting preload on their touring bike? Suggestions to make the process easier?
 
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Old Feb 15, 2009 | 09:22 PM
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Hi Gary , here in texas , been running bitubos 300 mm on my 09 road glide and learn alot from Dan at Traxxion and reading the manual , i can help if you call me at 817-812-7050 , you have to set the preload first , the manual or i can tell you how , then adjust the rebound , set it in the midddle first , and then adjust the compression last , set it about 1 notch to the soft side , if you call me or e-mail me at warpspeedsales@gmail .com , i can help out quite abit , and you can mount them right side up reservoir forward , you have to space out your bags mounts out just a tad , and they will clear and it makes it easier to adjust , let me know I can help ,
 
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