Rear shocks for street glide?

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Nov 5, 2013 | 11:16 AM

Webo

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Rear shocks for street glide?

My brother is thinking of moving from his SG to a new CVO Limited for a better ride. This would be a considerable cost compared to just modding his existing bike to be more comfortable. He has a 2012 SG with about 15k in motor work and accessories plus the cost of the bike. What would be a good choice of shock to make the bike ride more comfortable in the back and still retain the lowered look? I don't think he would want an adjustable set up that would require constant adjusting to get it right, just a good replacement option that would offer a smoother ride if it exists. Thanks!

Nov 5, 2013 | 11:19 AM

harleycharlie1992

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progressives 940 series and depending on his requirements, may or may not need a lighter spring

Nov 5, 2013 | 11:24 AM

SafetyMan

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For $500 he can buy the same shocks that come on the CVO.

And he can sell his current set for around $100.

Nov 5, 2013 | 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by SafetyMan

For $500 he can buy the same shocks that come on the CVO.

And he can sell his current set for around $100.

True but he is looking at over all comfort on the CVO Limited. Large padded seat, better shocks, GPS, and all the other nice things they added to the 2014. I was just trying to give him an option that would let him keep the beast he built and still be comfortable. I told him to but a set of good shocks on it and take his seat to have a gel insert worked into it.

Nov 5, 2013 | 11:37 AM

shooter5074

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http://www.motorcyclemetal.com/ Then call Howard and have a chat.

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Nov 5, 2013 | 12:41 PM

SafetyMan

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I put a Corbin on my 14 Limited.

And you can't putthe 14 forks on an older model.

A buddy of mine has a take off seat from I believe a 12 CVO Street Glide for sale.

.... the only to have a 14 CVO is to buy a 14 CVO. *wink*

I wish him luck finding the happy place!

Nov 6, 2013 | 09:11 AM

murph

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Hey Call Howard. Great guy with great products. I have a set of JRI shocks from him on my 2012 SG. It's like changing from riding in a Yugo to a Cadi. It is unbelievable the difference in the ride and how long you can ride by changing to a good pair of shocks. I should have done it a long time ago.

Howard will set everything up for you and is willing to help as much as he can.