Progressive vs SE shocks
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From: Chicagoland
It all depends on how much you weigh. I tried the NEW progressive 444 13" on my ultra and road on them for only a week before selling for the HD premium hand adjustable shocks. I weigh 175 and with the tour pak off (and on even) the ride was way to hard riding solo. I wouldn't be worried about the one side damping one side rebound thing since the bike is very sturdy. I've had the HD now for a month and love them
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From: clayton, NC
Just put on progressive Heavy Duty 412's on my 2011 Ultra and Huge differance I was told the 412 and 444 were the same just the 444 were easyer to adjust the helper spring. Im 300#s and they work great! 200.00 online installed in 5 Mins
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From: Illinois
I had heard good reports then I purchased a 12 RGC CVO. After putting a quick 3,000 miles on it. I did not notice any improvement.
I have a 10 Ultra with 22K on it and it rides better. I have a direct comparison with a 12 RGC that I have 6,000 on it. Rides the same as the CVO.
Note: To the poster that was bottoming out. Do you know that there is a preload adjusting **** on the right hand shock?
If you're looking for a big difference save your $ and look somewhere else.
Most know I support HD stuff strongly, but these shocks were a let down.
I have a 10 Ultra with 22K on it and it rides better. I have a direct comparison with a 12 RGC that I have 6,000 on it. Rides the same as the CVO.
Note: To the poster that was bottoming out. Do you know that there is a preload adjusting **** on the right hand shock?
If you're looking for a big difference save your $ and look somewhere else.
Most know I support HD stuff strongly, but these shocks were a let down.