changing out for struts/shocks??
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changing out for struts/shocks??
I've got an 09 Nightster and have been considering swapping the stock shocks out. I've been looking at some shorter 10" shocks but have also considered just going to struts. Looks much cooler with the struts just don't know anyone who has done struts over shocks on a newer sportster. Any comments on ride quality?
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Well, you don't put struts on for "ride quality," they are for looks, and to lighten the bike, and to be "tough." I agree that they look good, though. I had struts on my XS 650 Yamaha, and frankly, they don't ride much worse than the shocks did. The shocks on Nightsters are so small and stiff that they really aren't hardly there to begin with, so you may as well have struts, just realize that the ride will get somewhat worse.
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Yeah...with struts you'll appreciate the price of a good, quality seat! But I love mine. My wife & I just toured OH and I rode my Nightster. I probably took a few more breaks than I would have if I had the shocks but I won't change them out.
Several guys simply swap them out with shocks if they're planning a long haul.
Several guys simply swap them out with shocks if they're planning a long haul.
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