looking to lowering the rear ofmy 06 streetbob. was looking for a good shock to use. thinking of the 412's. what does everybody have. whats the pros and cons of these shocks. thanks

 

theres alot of peeps that lowered rear with 412's. pros: 10 times better ride than harley shocks (my opinion)
cons: none for me, if you are heavier or ride 2 up alot get the heavy duty 412's. couple of guys have lowered the front also, do a search
or maybe they will post here.


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here's the Progessive 11' black 412 hd.....great two up riding.
just need to find a compromise for one up and two up....easy enough to adjust.

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Pros...great shocks
Cons......you pay the price for great shocks

 

Silly question here........ What are the advantages of lowering? Is it a "looks" thing or does it improve handling / ride in some way?

 

still....how much shorter are the 11" 412's than the stock Street Bob shocks?

 

still....how much shorter are the 11" 412's than the stock Street Bob shocks?

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412's are aboout 1 1/4" shorter....good ride.......................LOLIFE................. ..........

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I put progressive 418 11.5" shocks on the rear of my lowrider. Only lowered a bit from the stock shocks but the ride and handling improved dramatically over the Harley shocks.

 

412's are aboout 1 1/4" shorter....good ride.......................LOLIFE................. ..........

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Thanks, Lo.

 

Strictly aesthetic for me: