09 RK rough ride
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Thanks- but the book says- like 10-12lbs. single for my weight. I am worried that if I pump em to 35-40lbs- that if I ride over a leaf it would hurt. Won't do that. If I lower the tire air pressure below recomended that will ruin my tires. Don't wanna do that either. $$$
You CAN have a smoth ride on a motorcycle, There is no reason that the rear tire should bounce off of the road on a 2 inch bump. It is like a hard tail almost.
Glad to know others have the same problem.
You CAN have a smoth ride on a motorcycle, There is no reason that the rear tire should bounce off of the road on a 2 inch bump. It is like a hard tail almost.
Glad to know others have the same problem.
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Thanks- but the book says- like 10-12lbs. single for my weight. I am worried that if I pump em to 35-40lbs- that if I ride over a leaf it would hurt. Won't do that. If I lower the air pressure below recomended that will ruin my tires. Don't wanna do that either. $$$
You CAN have a smoth ride on a motorcycle, There is no reason that the rear tire should bounce off of the road on a 2 inch bump. It is like a hard tail almost.
Glad to know others have the same problem.
You CAN have a smoth ride on a motorcycle, There is no reason that the rear tire should bounce off of the road on a 2 inch bump. It is like a hard tail almost.
Glad to know others have the same problem.
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I was looking for another option and opinions. If you could tell me how to find that thread I will get that long drink. Thanks.
I have considered Progressive as I have a set of 418s all new and raced with them and ohlins and works for years. Not sure that they do the trick for street bikes.
Gonna spend the winter exploring my options. Got an 8000 mi. ride next summer.
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This is my exact experience and what I do!
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38 in the tire is still not as good of a ride as it should be. I honestly think that a quality shock is out there that will perform properly. I stand up on the floor boards a lot to lessen the impact to my back and kidneys.
I had to remove the heel shifter.
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Thanks
Wish that had worked for me.
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You need more air pressure I ride 25-27 solo, and 40 2 up and my ride is smooth as silk. I weigh 225. Also, make sure the pressure is good in your tires I ride 36 front and 40 back on my Ultra.
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Tire pressure is always perfect.