I was hoping Howard might add his thoughts to this thread. Looking forward to reading your impression. I'm getting ready to pull the trigger on a set as well.

 

I don't want to lower my ride at all. Any idea if Ohlins bagger shocks come in 13" stock size?

 

Yes, as of the day before yesterday.

"Whats going on behind closed doors"
I have been working directly with Ohlins to develop shocks for real world Harley applications. I do not think, I am pretty sure that the Swedes do not ride Harley's. Resistance at every turn, however persistence is paying off for the last few days anyhow. These are recent developments that happened within the last 2~3 weeks.

I just got the 12" & 13" shocks done. They are not available on-line at the internet re-sellers. My next efforts are going to be into developing a 12" & 13" separated system (gas separated from the oil via a separator piston) with/without a hydraulic spring pre-load, separate rebound & compression external adjustable valving, remote reservoir and a optional 1/2" height adjuster for Baggers. These are not available as we speak, just in development. We will manufacture all brackets and accessories for proper and complete all-in-one-box, no hassle installation right here in N. Miami, FL. Shocks will be bought in pieces from Sweden and assembled here in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. As per our philosophy: "shocks will be made for the person and not be made to be put in a box". Accountability!

I do not believe in a person-less experience but one where you get an adviser and counselor to tailor your needs before, during, and after the accusation. You should know my reputation and outlook by now, if not, search this great forum.

Penske had a large shake-up on the 1st of the year. We developed the Penske shock for the Harley market which as some of you long time HDF members know, took around 1 1/2 years from start to finish. As of Feb 1st (1 1/2 months ago) Penske's new management of bean counters rescinded our exclusive agreement, and, while we are still an Authorized Service Center and dealer, we now hold no exclusive position. Penske increased the pricing to us as well as retail by about 33% more than the special pricing I was giving HDF for the past year or so.

I do hope to bring Ohlins up to focusing and offering affordable (one of top three) best in the world's suspension products specifically designed for your Harley. We will see what the future brings. Thanks!

 

Thanks for that info, Howard. How much are a pair of the 13'' selling for with and without hydraulic preload?