Rear shock air pressure
#81
09-11-2010, 08:23 AM
I have the saddlebag under lid organizer http://www.harley-davidson.com/gma/g...bmLocale=en_US. The pump fits perfectly in it on the same side as the fitting.
#82
09-11-2010, 08:57 AM
Road Warrior
Off topic alittle, I thought that the location of the air valve behind, and having to remove the saddlebag to be kind of a pain in the ***. So, I picked up a 8 inch air valve extention and permanently installed it. Now all I have to do is reach in behind the passengers seat, remove the cap, attach pump, to adjust the shock pressure with the HD pump.
In this day and age on $22K plus touring motorcycles, I can't understand why HD doesn't permanently install an on board manual or electric pump.
In this day and age on $22K plus touring motorcycles, I can't understand why HD doesn't permanently install an on board manual or electric pump.
#83
09-11-2010, 09:59 AM
#84
09-11-2010, 10:03 AM
Intermediate
Suspension air pump
I did a quick search on line and found a pump at half of what HD charges.
http://www.chopperscycle.com/SUSPENS...viewsTabAnchor
http://www.chopperscycle.com/SUSPENS...viewsTabAnchor
#85
09-11-2010, 10:11 AM
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I did a quick search on line and found a pump at half of what HD charges.
http://www.chopperscycle.com/SUSPENSION/Shocks/Air-Shock-Pump-With-0-p7530540.html#ReviewsTabAnchor
http://www.chopperscycle.com/SUSPENSION/Shocks/Air-Shock-Pump-With-0-p7530540.html#ReviewsTabAnchor
#86
10-10-2010, 11:15 AM
06 Electa Glide, and i weigh around 240, In need of assistance with shocks
I was reading the forum and think from what i have read that i should probably be running about 35 psi for my rear shocks... my weight is 241 ..... i ride around in the winter time more ... probably 5-15 times a month and was wondering also how often i should check the pressure.
Thank you for your help
-Rex
P.S. what kind of pump would you suggest
Thank you for your help
-Rex
P.S. what kind of pump would you suggest
#87
10-10-2010, 11:39 AM
I was reading the forum and think from what i have read that i should probably be running about 35 psi for my rear shocks... my weight is 241 ..... i ride around in the winter time more ... probably 5-15 times a month and was wondering also how often i should check the pressure.
Thank you for your help
-Rex
P.S. what kind of pump would you suggest
Thank you for your help
-Rex
P.S. what kind of pump would you suggest
#88
10-10-2010, 11:57 AM
#89
10-10-2010, 03:53 PM
VR
#90
10-10-2010, 08:35 PM
The pressure WILL leak out over time. So, the dealer may not have been negligent. The suspension pressure should be checked on a regular basis. It is also my opinion that the pump should be supplied as part of the purchase price since the pressue is a critical maintenance item - bordering on a safety item.