lowering kits
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From: solon maine
lowering kits
I have seen lowering kits on ebay and other sites that reposition the rear shock . was wondering if these would be good for an ultra or when riding two up. should I change shocks instead just would like to bring bike down an inch or so.Thanks
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From: Pocahontas, IL
If you have the extra money, then get new shocks. I went with the $35 lowering blocks and I love them. Lot's of people on here have used the 1" lowering blocks with no problem. I didn't notice any ride difference. Some folks on here even use the 2" but then they claim it changes the ride a bit. There are those on here that will not believe a $35 part can help. Those folks are convinced you must change shocks 
In their defense, there probably are some better shocks if you have the coin. The SG has 1" lower factory shocks and usually can be found used at a reasonable price. I have heard that is because they have a stiffer ride.
In their defense, there probably are some better shocks if you have the coin. The SG has 1" lower factory shocks and usually can be found used at a reasonable price. I have heard that is because they have a stiffer ride.
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From: Central Wisconsin
I had a 09 Ultra and the wife has a 09 Street Glide, the Street Glide was noticeable harsher to ride. We finally settled on a 1 inch lower kit for the front and put the 2010 SE Street Glide adjustable shock on the rear. We now get a decent ride even 2 up and I think the only thing that may make it better would be to go with some higher end shocks.
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From: anacoco, la
if you already have the shorter shocks, your options are a little more limited. i have a rg custom, has the 12 inch shocks. just sent off a pair of shocks to bitchin baggers and had them reworked to 11 inch. with the limited test ride i did earlier, i notice no difference in the ride (which is good considering they are 1 inch shorter) but i have a long ride tomorrow which i will be able to get a good feel for them.
i've never used lowering blocks, so i can't really comment on them. it seems to run about 50/50 for/against from what i've read. i really don't want to chance my tire hitting the rear wiring and burning it out.
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I am using the lowering kit, BUT since the shocks get another angle, they will not last as long. Have broken two already. New cost about 200, and that is the reason I went for the lowering kit.
PS: I have it on the low position 11"
PS: I have it on the low position 11"
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