Bitubo vs. HD Premium/CVO Shocks?

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Oct 23, 2012 | 06:34 PM

drspencer

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Bitubo vs. HD Premium/CVO Shocks?

2011 Street Glide w/HD Premium rear shocks (stock on CVO's) & Traxxion Dynamics AK-20 up front.

Any benefit in swapping the HD Premium rear shocks for Bitubos? Are the Bitubos harsh, or comfortable?

I would be getting the shorter Street Glide length, same as the HD premiums that I have now.

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Oct 23, 2012 | 06:58 PM

flhxkiller

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How do you like the AK 20 front end? That's on my wish list along with ohlins for the rear. That's a lot of $ for that kit, though I've been told its worth it.

Oct 23, 2012 | 07:02 PM

drspencer

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Originally Posted by flhxkiller

How do you like the AK 20 front end? That's on my wish list along with ohlins for the rear. That's a lot of $ for that kit, though I've been told its worth it.

It's my first day with the AK-20 kit, so it's a little early for me to make any significant claims.

I will say that it's better then the Progressive kit I previously had, and I liked the Progressive kit a lot. The AK-20 is more comfortable, better handling, and no 'clunking' sound when braking.

It's not 4x the price better, but having experienced both, I would definitely pony up the extra cash for the AK-20 for any future bikes. It's worth it to me, so far.

Oct 29, 2012 | 08:50 AM

ntwi99

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ride comfort and handling

I have the Traxxion front suspension and Bitubo rears on my Road King 2008 . I'm not an expert, but there is a big difference in hanling and comfort and I would definately do it again and will on any bikes I get. The Bitubo's are adjustable so you can have any ride you want, although I had the installer adjust to a medium ride for one up and I haven't needed to adjust.