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Suspension
Ok, My virgin post here, so be gentle.
I am needing some advice about my shocks. I want the most comfortable ride I can get, but I do not want to spend a fortune.
I am 6'2" 340lbs. My wife about 160lbs. I ride double most of the time.
What shocks should I look at?
2003 Harley Davidson Ultra Classic Electra Glide FLHTCUI 100th Anniversary Edition
I am needing some advice about my shocks. I want the most comfortable ride I can get, but I do not want to spend a fortune.
I am 6'2" 340lbs. My wife about 160lbs. I ride double most of the time.
What shocks should I look at?
2003 Harley Davidson Ultra Classic Electra Glide FLHTCUI 100th Anniversary Edition
Last edited by ToyjoHa; Apr 9, 2010 at 09:51 AM.
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I'm having this dilemma right now too. So many shocks out there and so many self proclaim experts on here about shocks. These threads usually end as an internet pissing match.
Anyway, there is Progressive...they have a wide range of shocks. They have some that start at about $200+ (412) and go up to $600+ (440 & 940). Each you can get a heavy duty spring depending on the load of the bike.
Then, there are Suspension Technology (which I'm thinking about pulling the trigger on). They have a nice little following on one of the other forums. I'll let you look decide on them.
http://www.suspensiontechnologies.com/products.htm
Next you have Ohlins, Penske, Ricor, and Bitubo. All high end stuff with the price to match. There is a sponsor on here that I think can get you an Ohlin set for about $450...can't remember if that is accurate.
The Bitubos really got my attention too being that I come from riding sport bikes.
Good luck on your decision.
***Also, I don't want to leave out Works Suspension.
Anyway, there is Progressive...they have a wide range of shocks. They have some that start at about $200+ (412) and go up to $600+ (440 & 940). Each you can get a heavy duty spring depending on the load of the bike.
Then, there are Suspension Technology (which I'm thinking about pulling the trigger on). They have a nice little following on one of the other forums. I'll let you look decide on them.
http://www.suspensiontechnologies.com/products.htm
Next you have Ohlins, Penske, Ricor, and Bitubo. All high end stuff with the price to match. There is a sponsor on here that I think can get you an Ohlin set for about $450...can't remember if that is accurate.
The Bitubos really got my attention too being that I come from riding sport bikes.
Good luck on your decision.
***Also, I don't want to leave out Works Suspension.
Last edited by Big Twi$t; Apr 9, 2010 at 11:10 AM.
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Call Howard at motorcycle metal. He is a sponsor and member of this forum. He was very helpful to me and lots of others here. You tell him what you want and what you are willing to spend and he'll set you up.
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I spent months agonising over this question! I had already replaced my original shocks and while the new ones were better than stock, they did not give a good ride when we were 2-up. You will find plenty of HDFers who will say they are happy with Brand X, from a list of usual suspects, but a few others who have tried several options and are still not happy.
This a long way of saying you have a choice to make! If you don't spend much you may not be happy with what you buy and want to try something else. Or you can jump over all the Brand X shocks and do as Dennis above suggests and phone Howard, who will explain the options he can offer you and give you a HDF discount for superior shocks!
This a long way of saying you have a choice to make! If you don't spend much you may not be happy with what you buy and want to try something else. Or you can jump over all the Brand X shocks and do as Dennis above suggests and phone Howard, who will explain the options he can offer you and give you a HDF discount for superior shocks!
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Then, there are Suspension Technology (which I'm thinking about pulling the trigger on). They have a nice little following on one of the other forums. I'll let you look decide on them.
http://www.suspensiontechnologies.com/products.htm
http://www.suspensiontechnologies.com/products.htm
Is there a choice of springs or do they set the shock up with your weight?
Do they tune them for your riding style such as sport riding (stiffer) or cruiser riding?
Are they rebuildable?
Thanks in advance.
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I couldn't tell much from their website. Maybe you can answer a couple of questions.
Is there a choice of springs or do they set the shock up with your weight?
Do they tune them for your riding style such as sport riding (stiffer) or cruiser riding?
Are they rebuildable?
Thanks in advance.
Is there a choice of springs or do they set the shock up with your weight?
Do they tune them for your riding style such as sport riding (stiffer) or cruiser riding?
Are they rebuildable?
Thanks in advance.
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I couldn't tell much from their website. Maybe you can answer a couple of questions.
Is there a choice of springs or do they set the shock up with your weight?
Do they tune them for your riding style such as sport riding (stiffer) or cruiser riding?
Are they rebuildable?
Thanks in advance.
Is there a choice of springs or do they set the shock up with your weight?
Do they tune them for your riding style such as sport riding (stiffer) or cruiser riding?
Are they rebuildable?
Thanks in advance.
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Thanks Brypink. I'm looking forward to hearing some reviews by folks who have them.
It's always good to have lots of options and there are a bunch. Btw; you left out Ikon's. I haven't tried them but there are forum members here who like them a lot. They too are rebuildable. From what I could find out about the Bitubo's there isn't much in the way of USA support so I'd check that off my list.
Thanks for the info!
It's always good to have lots of options and there are a bunch. Btw; you left out Ikon's. I haven't tried them but there are forum members here who like them a lot. They too are rebuildable. From what I could find out about the Bitubo's there isn't much in the way of USA support so I'd check that off my list.
Thanks for the info!