Harley Premium shocks VS Progressive 944
Road Warrior
Joined: Jan 2010
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From: Salem, Or
How much are you asking for them?
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2008
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From: NorCal
Price is the major issue right now, there has to be a "good" shock for the baggers for around that $500 mark. There are many people out here with multiple bikes and I was hoping that someone has both on there bikes that could give some real comparisons. Maybe I'm wrong with my assumption but you never know unless you ask...
Also, I have a very hard time believing that you have to spend $1000 plus on a pair shocks that work good on baggers. I know I'm going to catch some $hit for this but I'm going to say it anyways. I just purchased 4 new shocks for my 05 Silverado and they were less then what I want to spend on my RGC. And my truck rides better now then it did when it was brand new... That being said, we should be able to get a good set of shocks for our bikes at less then a grand.....
Also, I have a very hard time believing that you have to spend $1000 plus on a pair shocks that work good on baggers. I know I'm going to catch some $hit for this but I'm going to say it anyways. I just purchased 4 new shocks for my 05 Silverado and they were less then what I want to spend on my RGC. And my truck rides better now then it did when it was brand new... That being said, we should be able to get a good set of shocks for our bikes at less then a grand.....
Road Captain
Joined: Sep 2005
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From: California
I had 944's on my 2013 SG and now have the HD Premium on my 14 SGS and the shocks are pretty similar IMO. I actually prefer the HD Premium just a bit over the 944's. My vote is for which ever you can get cheaper, both are much better them stock.
I finally got so tired of comparing shocks and reading all the post about shocks that I decided to bite the bullet and go with JRI-B's from Howard. Installed them last Thursday and was able to put a few miles on them on Saturday. I was able to make a few adjustments and they are way better then the stock shocks but I need to get these broken in and then will post back. I made some adjustments to the dial on the bottom of the shocks so far.. I guess time will tell.
5th Gear
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 9
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From: Michigan
HD premium shock
Do you still have these?
Road Master
Joined: Feb 2014
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From: Queanbeyan, Australia
Fork cartridge fitted
Thanks for the review, there must be more people with the HD premiums than the 944's.
On a side note, have you guys upgraded the front as well or are you still running the stock fork springs? I was thinking of doing that upgrade this winter but again am torn between the HD ones and the Progressive Monotube fork kit...
On a side note, have you guys upgraded the front as well or are you still running the stock fork springs? I was thinking of doing that upgrade this winter but again am torn between the HD ones and the Progressive Monotube fork kit...
I fitted the HD premium shocks on the rear - couldn't be happier.
I also upgraded the front suspension (see my other posts) with single cartridge fork kit at the same time - very impressed with the result!
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Joined: Jun 2006
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From: Templeton California
I don't see much mention of the 13" vs 12" HD premiums,two completely different animals.Check the forum classifieds there's almost always a set of the 12" for sale but no 13".1" suspension travel makes a world of difference.I have the Hammock seat and leave my stock 13" air shocks set at 50 PSI, I would eventually like to upgrade my suspension but really feel no urgency to do it now.
Road Master
Joined: May 2014
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From: St. Louis
I have the Progressive on one of my bikes and it was a substantial improvement.
Last spring purchased Olins from Motorcycle Metal for my 2015 RG. What a darn nice ride. Wife loves them. We've done about 8500 miles in touring since spring.
Last spring purchased Olins from Motorcycle Metal for my 2015 RG. What a darn nice ride. Wife loves them. We've done about 8500 miles in touring since spring.