HD Premium shocks - any reason they won't fit on an 06?
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physically, i think they'll fit. the problem that i've heard referenced (can't swear to the validity) is that the older bikes have a less rigid swingarm. because the shocks are separate, one for damping, one for rebound, they really need the stiffness of the newer swingarm to keep things from 'jiggling' a bit.....
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physically, i think they'll fit. the problem that i've heard referenced (can't swear to the validity) is that the older bikes have a less rigid swingarm. because the shocks are separate, one for damping, one for rebound, they really need the stiffness of the newer swingarm to keep things from 'jiggling' a bit.....
They need the stiffness of the newer frame/swingarm.
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physically, i think they'll fit. the problem that i've heard referenced (can't swear to the validity) is that the older bikes have a less rigid swingarm. because the shocks are separate, one for damping, one for rebound, they really need the stiffness of the newer swingarm to keep things from 'jiggling' a bit.....
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All our bikes will benefit from a stiffer swingarm! I don't think the adjuster **** will be a problem, as the bags used are unchanged since the mid-90s, up until the 2014 bikes. Even if I had a recent bike I would prefer to fit a traditional set of conventional up-market shocks. We have HDF sponsors who can supply!
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If you are referring to the "Premium" shock that also comes stock on the Fat Bob, yes it will fit. I run them on my 2008 and my father has them on his 2005. Find a used set off of a Fat Bob in the classifieds or eBay, $70 is the normal going price.
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