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Old May 24, 2017 | 01:53 PM
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Phoned dealer today about ride seemed very hard,they said to let some air out,but there was no air in them,will it do any harm to ride to the dealer,thanks
 
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Old May 24, 2017 | 02:17 PM
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Don't think it'll do any harm, do not use an air compressor or service station air hose, to much pressure. Get a hand air pump, HD or Progressive .
 
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Old May 24, 2017 | 02:20 PM
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Check the valve stem core and see if its loose then see if it holds air. Mine was loosing air right after I bought it new. Checked the valve and sure enough it was loose. Add some air and check the pressure on the rear tires. Don't put the recommended tire pressure that Harley uses. Go a couple of pounds under and test the ride.
 
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Old May 24, 2017 | 04:01 PM
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My FreeWheeler had zero air in the system when I bought it from the dealer. I rode it for a while before buying the H-D hand pump. Could not use any other method to pump up the shocks.
 
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This will be the 3rd time I've had to have the air shocks fixed... both other issues I've had hose/line issues. THis is getting ridiculous.

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Phoned dealer today about ride seemed very hard,they said to let some air out,but there was no air in them,will it do any harm to ride to the dealer,thanks
 
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Had a look today and there is no air line going to the valve and i an not see it.
 
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Old May 25, 2017 | 02:30 PM
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That's not a good sign. Take it in for sure.
 
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Do what many have done: 1. Order real shocks from DK or Progressive. 2. Remove crappy factory shocks and throw in trash, use for boat anchor, target practice, etc.


3. Install good shocks, adjust and enjoy!
 
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Originally Posted by pflatout
Had a look today and there is no air line going to the valve and i an not see it.
I just discovered the exact same issue. What did you wind up doing?
 
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This will be the 3rd time I've had to have the air shocks fixed... both other issues I've had hose/line issues. THis is getting ridiculous.
See
DK Customs for a better ride and no more leaking air shocks.
 
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