shock lengths
shock lengths
so im looking to get rid of the air ride on my electra glide ultra classic, i see a variety of options and the streetglide units run 12" and im assuming they are compatable w my bike. is this true and would it lower or raise my bike any?
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the street glide shocks are about 1" drop ( really .75")
the drop is taken from the shock travel, so instead of a 3" travel, the shock has 2.25" travel--- translates to a slightly harsher ride.
the 09+ version are "revalved for smoother ride" from the earlier version.
I have them on my 2009 EG Classic and they are fine.
I put the stock stocks on when touring, swap over takes maybe 20 minutes.
Mike
the drop is taken from the shock travel, so instead of a 3" travel, the shock has 2.25" travel--- translates to a slightly harsher ride.
the 09+ version are "revalved for smoother ride" from the earlier version.
I have them on my 2009 EG Classic and they are fine.
I put the stock stocks on when touring, swap over takes maybe 20 minutes.
Mike
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Don't do it ! stick to a 13" shock, if you put HDs 12" SG shock (or any aftermarket) on not only will you lower your bike but you'll also lower your spinal column another 1". I put Ricors on so I don't have to keep messing with the air pressure and went to 13" on my SG. If you put a lowering bracket on you will also stiffen up the rear to much. It depends if you use your bike for distance or shorter rides. If you have a shorter inseam try a lower seat. IMO
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Don't do it ! stick to a 13" shock, if you put HDs 12" SG shock (or any aftermarket) on not only will you lower your bike but you'll also lower your spinal column another 1". I put Ricors on so I don't have to keep messing with the air pressure and went to 13" on my SG. If you put a lowering bracket on you will also stiffen up the rear to much. It depends if you use your bike for distance or shorter rides. If you have a shorter inseam try a lower seat. IMO
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The dealer highly reccomended sg shocks and not the lowering brackets. Any opinions ? I just want it for looks but I also dont want a harsh ride. I like to ride on long trips as well.
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don't do it. put shocks in a bind and a weird angle. rough ride
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I put a set of LAC lowering blocks on my Ultra and have tire clearance issues when riding two up. I just got in a set of Burly Slammer shocks. Im hoping that will solve my problem. I have had my seat reworked as well. If this doesn't work I will have to consider a different bike :-(