I'll see if I still have the instruction sheet, pretty sure I still have it, just have to FIND it.

 

Here's the adjustment info from my SE Street Glide manual. These are the best shocks Harley has put on a scooter I've ever tossed a leg over. Not as good as the WORKS shocks I have on my SE Road King but they will do for now. FWIW.

JW

 

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Hey springer 03. Was wondering how you made out with the H.D. premium ride shocks? Thanks.

 

I am onto my 3rd Road King - a 2011 Aussie Spec model bought in Feb '11. Fitted the new standard height Premium Touring shocks 5 weeks ago.

Spent the money because my pillion has a back problem and never been happy with the Air Shocks. They would bottom out several times on every ride. Our aussie roads are ****!!

With a Pillion and or luggage, it is like riding a different bike. No bottoming out, much improved handling and for my money, great value to get a comfortable ride and happy pillion.

Best investment I have made on this bike.

 

I got my Ohlins 3-3 mounted last weekend. I only got to put about 50 miles in them and about 10 miles with a passenger.Plan on a little trip about 200 miles saturday.
I'm a research junkie when I thinking about getting something motorcucle related. I dont care to drop the cash If it will be worth it.

 

I've heard nothing but good reports on the Ohlins so not bashing them at all. I can't compare them to the premium HD but can give a review of the HDs. They came stock on my CVO SG and my first impression was they were far to stiff. Felt like I was riding a hard tail. Once I got them adjusted right though, they are a very sweet shock. Much better than the stock air shocks or a couple of progressive shocked bikes I have ridden.

(you mileage may vary)

 

That's encouraging. Perhaps Harley has at last come up with a rear suspension worthy of the brand. They should come on all touring bikes as standard spec.

 

Seems like HD has a winner in these products. I am pretty sure everyone will agree that Ohlins is the holy grail of suspension, and I don't think anyone is trying to say that these HD upgrades are better. But they do get good reviews and come at a lower price point. Factor in CVO take offs on Ebay, and 20% off dealers, they are a good deal.

I will be upgrading my shocks next year. Not sure how much more I will be willing to spend on my bike. 1st choice is Ohilins 3-3, but my second choice would be the HDs. I am 100% confident I will be 100% more satisfied than stock with either purchase.

 

That's like saying you've heard that Ferrari's are pretty fast...

I've tried em - nothing to write home about. Progressive 440s or 940s are better. Ohlins are a LOT better.