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Old Mar 19, 2012 | 10:07 PM
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Old Mar 20, 2012 | 06:32 AM
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Originally Posted by VRADMAN
Update after two rides. In the slammed position, trying to look cool of course, the belt loosens up big time. In the normal riding position, the belt has proper tension. The Gabriels are too long and travel too far. The axle on the right side has wrecked my newly powder coated pipe. That sucks big time. The ride is better than stock riding solo. With the wife on the bike and with the extra air pressure, the rebound of the shock hits the pipe hard. If not the pipe, the swingarm would hit the tranny. Caution to everyone. I'm not ready to take them off yet, unless someone is interested in the whole set up. Make me an offer. My personal opinion only, I believe the setup works better on the bikes that use the stock 13" shocks. On my 09SG, there are no many variables that I can't fix easily. I'm modifying the amount of rebound by using a limiting strap. But again, just not as simple as buying a strap and removing the two shock bolts and mounting. The strap ends interfere with the shock body, so spacers are required. When you space the shock too much, the shock bolts run into the inside of the saddle bags. Frustrated........I'm happy for those of you enjoying the setup, but so far, not so happy. Also be cautious of some airline. The airline I used was polyurethane and it does not hold up under hi-temp conditions. Look for DOT approved airline if you plan to run any air line close to the motor. I have my air gauge mounted on the left side of the bike right behind the rear cylinder. The bike lost all air this past weekend because the airline got hot and became too pliable and leaked at the push on connection at the gauge. Once it cooled, it was fine. But as you can imagine you start to lose faith in dependibility and thank god we weren't too far from home. Again, sorry to be the bearer of bad news, just looking out for everyone. I'll report back once I modify this limiting strap and install. For now, if anyone is interested in this setup, send me a message with an offer.

Im having some of the same issues. I wish the max shock length was closer to 12.5" I think it would be perfect then. When I put enough air in the system to get a nice ride then the ride height get a little to high.
I do thing its a smother ride then the stock shock though, so im going to keep working on it.
 
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Old Mar 20, 2012 | 09:29 AM
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I am also worried about the axle nut hitting my pipe. I would be very interested if someone finds a solution. Will be watching for pictures
 
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Old Mar 29, 2012 | 02:16 PM
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Guys, I'm putting together the parts to do this install on my '10 UC. One question, I want to mount a gauge somewhere in the dash where I can see it while riding. AT is already replaced with Oil Temp so no empty holes. Has anyone seen something like a small rectangle digital gauge that would mount in the center over the speedo and tach?

I can't seem to find anything...

If not, time to find the hole saw!
 
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Old Apr 3, 2012 | 04:39 PM
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Curiosity's killing me... how much room is there under the tank's center console? Would a surface mounted gauge fit just below the filler cap? I know that my SG doesn't have the same console than your UC...
 
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Old Apr 4, 2012 | 09:37 AM
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I've actually been thinking about that location. Have to do some checking soon as I have time.
 
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Old Apr 4, 2012 | 02:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Lilman
Has anyone seen something like a small rectangle digital gauge that would mount in the center over the speedo and tach?
Didn't see anything rectangular with a quick Google search, but did find this at Dakota Digital. It's 2 1/16" diameter - would need a hole that size.

 

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Old Apr 5, 2012 | 06:46 AM
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Originally Posted by Lilman
Guys, I'm putting together the parts to do this install on my '10 UC. One question, I want to mount a gauge somewhere in the dash where I can see it while riding. AT is already replaced with Oil Temp so no empty holes. Has anyone seen something like a small rectangle digital gauge that would mount in the center over the speedo and tach?

I can't seem to find anything...

If not, time to find the hole saw!
Do you REALLY need to know the oil temp? I converted my air temp to air psi.
 
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Old Apr 5, 2012 | 12:36 PM
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Originally Posted by racklefratz
Didn't see anything rectangular with a quick Google search, but did find this at Dakota Digital. It's 2 1/16" diameter - would need a hole that size.

I saw the DD and AZ gauges, was kinda looking for something a little smaller. Wish I had the $$$$$ to change everything over to Dakota!
 
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Old Apr 5, 2012 | 12:38 PM
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Originally Posted by coolerman69
Do you REALLY need to know the oil temp? I converted my air temp to air psi.
Yep, I really want to know the oil temp!
 
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