New suspension/ shocks question
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Road Master
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New suspension/ shocks question
I'm looking to upgrade the front and rear shocks on my 09 FLHX. Read many good this about Progressive monotubes and 944s. One thing one the 944s is that it says they sit 1" lower. Is this only an aesthetic thing and will I need to lower the front to "match"? What's the reason sitting 1" lower is one of their selling points?
Any and all input appreciated.
Thanks guys.
Any and all input appreciated.
Thanks guys.
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I never had a pair of 944's
The 944 get great reviews as they are better than stock and 50-60% cost of the best shocks.
The one inch may be a similar to the JRI 13B shocks I have that measure 13" eye to eye extended, then when set for rebound 1" or so is within the shock length.
The 944 get great reviews as they are better than stock and 50-60% cost of the best shocks.
The one inch may be a similar to the JRI 13B shocks I have that measure 13" eye to eye extended, then when set for rebound 1" or so is within the shock length.
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Your SG already is 1" lower in the rear so the 944s would sit the same. Yes, it is for looks. I am no fan of lowering, Harleys have little suspension travel and/or lean angle to begin with. I would recommend ya call Motorcycle Metal and ask about JRI/Ohline shocks and front end mods.
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My recommendation as well. Howard there will supply you with shocks pre-installed with the correct spring rate and offer a variety of options on top, plus a range of price breaks, to suit every pocket!
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I'm looking to upgrade the front and rear shocks on my 09 FLHX. Read many good this about Progressive monotubes and 944s. One thing one the 944s is that it says they sit 1" lower. Is this only an aesthetic thing and will I need to lower the front to "match"? What's the reason sitting 1" lower is one of their selling points?
Any and all input appreciated.
Thanks guys.
Any and all input appreciated.
Thanks guys.
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by the way...thanks for the heads up..needed to change where I'm from...one small town to another.
Last edited by Rock Chalk; Mar 25, 2014 at 05:27 PM.
