I'm looking to improve the ride of my S.E. Ultra. I would like some feedback from riders that have allready done this and like the shocks they purchased or riders that were not happy with a specific shock they have tried.

 

See my reply to another thread here. You say 'best' which is difficult to quantify, but my Ohlins have cured all my rear shock problems.

 

What about the stock ride do you not like? I needed to lower my 2010 SEUC to get closer to the ground. I used Progressive 940's on the rear, and Progressive Mono Tubes on the front. I really didnt dislike the ride, just needed to get lower to the ground, thats why I chose the 940's, they are 1 inch lower.
The ride is definently firmer, not harsh. I figured losing 1 inch of travel it would be. No front end dive under braking, had to adjust preload to get it not to bottom out when 2 up. Once I got the rears adjusted, and put some miles on it, I really enjoy the way it handles. Have 2 other friends that wanted to ride it, because they have Ultra Classics, but different years, and their thoughts were the same. Rides a little firmer, more like a sport bike, than a touring bike.
If you like the very soft ride of the stock suspension, the Progressive ride is firmer, any may not be to your liking. You do feel more of the road, the bike doesnt seem to float down the road, as much as you are driving it down the road.

 

Thanks for the replies. just to give a little more info I have back problems and I am looking for something to absorb the bumps a little better and from my experience with motorcycles usually you can do better with aftermarket shocks....thanks

 

I recommend you call Howard at HDF sponsor Motorcycle Metal. He will build a set of Ohlins to suit your needs.

 

You can try mine. If you don't like them you can send them back for a refund.

Thanks,

Brian

 

Brian how long does it take to get the shocks?
2 months and waiting on mine

 

Im still waiting too. Dissappointing really. I was really exited after the reviews.

 

"Best" is totally subjective. I use Ricor front and rear and couldn't be happier.

 

I'm a fan of the Progressive Monotube and 940's. According to the Progressive tech the 440's are a better ride if you stay at 13".