Air Pressure in Shocks???
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Air Pressure in Shocks???
I have been trying to purchase an inexpensive air pump to regulate the pressure in my shocks. The Harley pump is $39.95 and has a 0-60psi measurement. I have seen others that are less money, but only have a 0-30 psi gauge. I looked in my manual, but could find no recommended air adjustments. I have never adjusted mine and never checked to see how much air I'm running. How much air is needed for average two-up running? Do I need to adjust for a trip where I'm carrying extra weight. How often are you guy's adjusting air pressure? Do I need a pump? Any recommendations?
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RE: Air Pressure in Shocks???
i haven't bought a pump yet either. i just regulate my compressor down to about 15 psi. i did buy a low pressure tire guage though. it also works for my quad tires which are low pressure too. i think mine is set around 12 psi. it says the recommended pressure somewhere in the manual. bountyhunter is right, i think it calls for around 9 to 15 psi depending on your weight, 2 up, etc.
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I usethe finger air pump from my buschtec trailer...dosen't really matter.... If you ride 2 up and average together about 300lbs, 20-25lbs should be enough. Try that pressure and adjust if needed. Whatever you do DON'T use air from a service station;it's too much pressure coming from it and it will damage the shocks seals. Hope that helps in your decision.
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I agree with Bountyhunter. Buy the HD pump. I run mine at 26 two and 30 loaded. It makes a difference in the ride and handling with a load.
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Tourer
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RE: Air Pressure in Shocks???
Ok here is the scoop from the owner's manual for touring models.
FLHR/C, FLHT/C/U and FLHTR Solo up to 150lbs. (ya right) 0 psi
Solo 200 to 250 5-15 psi
w/passanger up to 20020-25 psi
FLHRS, FLHX Same weigth as above 0-5 psi
5-10 psi
25-35 psi
This info can be found on page 56 and 57 of the 07 owner's manual. Hope this helps.
FLHR/C, FLHT/C/U and FLHTR Solo up to 150lbs. (ya right) 0 psi
Solo 200 to 250 5-15 psi
w/passanger up to 20020-25 psi
FLHRS, FLHX Same weigth as above 0-5 psi
5-10 psi
25-35 psi
This info can be found on page 56 and 57 of the 07 owner's manual. Hope this helps.
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RE: Air Pressure in Shocks???
Thanks, I must be a little dyslexic. I looked earlier and couldn't find any reference in the index. Sounds like I need a pump or a diet. My once high school trim and fit 160lb body has deserted me and left a 200lb beast.