Just installed: Screamin’ Eagle mufflers and stage 1 intake; PC III USB; and Progressive Suspension 12 ½” shocks on my 08 1200C. It’s like a different bike. I chose the SE mufflers because they let the motor sound like a Harley without being obnoxious. Just riding back roads the engine runs so much smoother (credit the PC III) and the bike now has rear suspension. Handling is noticeably better and my butt was saying Thank You! If anyone is contemplating these mods, go for it. You won’t be sorry. Just my opinion.

 

Awesome! Thanks for the review! I need to do something to upgrade my rear suspension, but I just can't afford it! I don't know if I want to stay with stock height or go up in length a bit....

 

Glad you like the bike better now. I had the Se slip on's and hated them becasue they are not super loud LOL! The PCIII is a must have mod in my book.

 

Pretty cool stuff! You know what makes that bike ride even better? A decent set of fork springs. Reduced brake dive and a progressive rate spring really balances out the rear end.

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I talked to a Progressve Suspension rep before deciding on shock length. He said that the longer the shock, the better the ride and more cornering clearance. The 12 1/2" shocks are one inch longer than stock and I really don't notice any difference reaching the ground when stopped. The bottom frame rails are still slightly lower at the rear (compared to the front). Keep your eyes open for someone selling slightly used PG shocks to save some money. You won't regret replacing what you have.

 

THANK YOU VERY MUCH! Can't wait to put them in. I set you a PM.
Ron

 

I did the same mods on my 09 883C, plus upgraded the front springs, added a fork brace and "toured" it out with bags, better seat, windshield and highway bar. Everything but the highway bar is quick detach for blasting around town, but in under 5 minutes its good to go for a mult-day road trip. My wife and I have toured extensively on it, and it's a really nice ride, even on 500 mile + days.
The progressives up front and the fork brace really lock down the front end...it really completes the package handling wise

 

I hear you Dragan-

As you see above Progressive Suspension has made my day by providing the front springs. I also have a quick detach windshield, Sundowner seat, low backrest with luggage rack, big honkin' MoCo travel bag that hangs over backrest and staps to seat if solo, or to rack if riding 2 up. Also have Iso grips. I have only had the bike three months (bought at a yard sale - really) so am working on it. I tried riding with the windshield and as with past experience, just don't like it for the uasual reasons - visibility and turbulance. To be honest, if I'm going 500 miles at this stage of my life, I'm taking the Vette. I hear you about the fork brace. Thanks for the info.

 

That's very similar to what I'm doing to my Nightster. Glad to hear that it makes such a big difference.

 

Running the same set up on my Nightster (stage 1, PC III and Progressive 12 ½” shocks) except I have Drag Specialties slip ons with are a little louder than the Screamin' Eagles. Agree - they improve the bikes performance in every way