Does changing the pressure in the shocks really make a difference?

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Apr 1, 2011 | 10:38 AM

#21

88racing

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Yes it makes a BIG difference.....

Apr 1, 2011 | 02:07 PM

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OCCoastie

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Thanks guys... well I guess I have to pick one up then.

Apr 1, 2011 | 02:55 PM

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davehtutk

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Not to steal the post, but has anyone ever heard about this pump

http://www.vendio.com/stores/hikerbi...p-/lid=3279330

Thanks

Apr 1, 2011 | 07:00 PM

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RollaMo

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Quote:

Originally Posted by davehtutk

Not to steal the post, but has anyone ever heard about this pump

http://www.vendio.com/stores/hikerbi...p-/lid=3279330

Thanks

That one looks very similar to the HD pump, and should work just fine.

Apr 1, 2011 | 07:04 PM

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harleyiron80

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let the air out and hit a big bump and then put 20 lbs in and hit the same bump and repost your answer

Apr 1, 2011 | 07:11 PM

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FlamedFXR

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Quote:

Originally Posted by davehtutk

Not to steal the post, but has anyone ever heard about this pump

http://www.vendio.com/stores/hikerbi...p-/lid=3279330

Thanks

On a 300 psi pump the gauge wont do you any good, thats the same problem with the cheap Progressive gauges on ebay. You need a low pressure pump/gauge.

Apr 2, 2011 | 06:47 AM

#27

hdman6

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When I picked up my 2008 ultra last year (new to me) i found a pump identical to the harley one online for approx 20 bucks. It is the same pump just wasnt painted black and had the harly name on it. Has the same 0-60 gueage and the release valve etc. i found it at a chopper supply shop in CA. just do a google search. Jeff

Apr 2, 2011 | 07:29 AM

#28

shortride

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Absolutely, I run about 20 psi riding solo. The HD hand pump is the only way to go.

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Apr 2, 2011 | 10:00 PM

#29

qwest

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As others have pointed out, more pressure is required when going 2 up.

Just make sure you don't give the little lady a complex when you tell her you have to add air to the shocks because she's going to be on the back.