Two more pleasant 09 surprises
#1
08-23-2008, 05:48 PM
Two more pleasant 09 surprises
Two more things I have found improvements with on my 09 Streetglide.
First, the rear shocks are a WHOLE new animal. They are MUCH stronger. On all my other bikes, I would run 1/2 - 2/3 of full capacity of air, just when riding solo. Two Up I had them maxed out, and they will still be sagging and bottoming and have me wishing I could add more air. (Im 210 and the wife is 140)
The new shocks, I am running 5-10 lbs solo, and 25-30 two up, which leaves a full 20 lbs more air that can be added if needed! They are no longer maxed out at the limit all the time. Also note that now the 12" low profile AND the 13" standard shocks BOTH max out at 50 lbs, whereas before, the 13" shocks topped out at 33 lbs. They are MUCH more beefy shocks, and no longer have you running air at the upper limit all the time to get a decent ride.
Second, It appears that HD has listened to the bitching about their rider backrests, and have re-designed the bracket (on the fixed mount at least) to allow the backrest to be positioned back further, so it does not shove you out of the "bucket" of your seat. This is exactly why I never liked the HD backrests.
This shows the change to the rider backrest bracket, between the 09 (mounted on bike) and the older version (along side). Note that the older version, when positioned on the same hole (second from front) is over an inch further forward than the new bracket. Also, because its further back on the "curve" of the fender, its angled backward a bit more...so the backrest is not so bolt upright, but a bit more leaned back. And even when positioned on the rearmost hole, is still further forward than the 09 version that still has one more position to move back to:
First, the rear shocks are a WHOLE new animal. They are MUCH stronger. On all my other bikes, I would run 1/2 - 2/3 of full capacity of air, just when riding solo. Two Up I had them maxed out, and they will still be sagging and bottoming and have me wishing I could add more air. (Im 210 and the wife is 140)
The new shocks, I am running 5-10 lbs solo, and 25-30 two up, which leaves a full 20 lbs more air that can be added if needed! They are no longer maxed out at the limit all the time. Also note that now the 12" low profile AND the 13" standard shocks BOTH max out at 50 lbs, whereas before, the 13" shocks topped out at 33 lbs. They are MUCH more beefy shocks, and no longer have you running air at the upper limit all the time to get a decent ride.
Second, It appears that HD has listened to the bitching about their rider backrests, and have re-designed the bracket (on the fixed mount at least) to allow the backrest to be positioned back further, so it does not shove you out of the "bucket" of your seat. This is exactly why I never liked the HD backrests.
This shows the change to the rider backrest bracket, between the 09 (mounted on bike) and the older version (along side). Note that the older version, when positioned on the same hole (second from front) is over an inch further forward than the new bracket. Also, because its further back on the "curve" of the fender, its angled backward a bit more...so the backrest is not so bolt upright, but a bit more leaned back. And even when positioned on the rearmost hole, is still further forward than the 09 version that still has one more position to move back to:
Last edited by flyingace; 08-23-2008 at 07:46 PM.
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#3
08-23-2008, 06:08 PM
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Frikken stop with these updates.... until I get mine in 3 weeks.
Is the backrest the same, can I just buy the new bracket or do I have to get a whole new set up?
Is the backrest the same, can I just buy the new bracket or do I have to get a whole new set up?
Two more things I have found improvements with on my 09 Streetglide.
First, the rear shocks are a WHOLE new animal. They are MUCH stronger. On all my other bikes, I would run 1/2 - 2/3 of full capacity of air, just when riding solo. Two Up I had them maxed out, and they will still be sagging and bottoming and have me wishing I could add more air. (Im 210 and the wife is 140)
The new shocks, I am running 5-10 lbs solo, and 25-30 two up, which leaves a full 20 lbs more air that can be added if needed! They are no longer maxed out at the limit all the time. Also note that now the 12" low profile AND the 13" standard shocks BOTH max out at 50 lbs, whereas before, the 13" shocks topped out at 33 lbs. They are MUCH more beefy shocks, and no longer have you running air at the upper limit all the time to get a decent ride.
Second, It appears that HD has listened to the bitching about their rider backrests, and have re-designed the bracket (on the fixed mount at least) to allow the backrest to be positioned back further, so it does not shove you out of the "bucket" of your seat. This is exactly why I never liked the HD backrests.
This shows the change to the rider backrest bracket, between the 09 (mounted on bike) and the older version (along side). Note that the older version, when positioned on the same hole (second from front) is over an inch further forward than the new bracket. And even when positioned on the rearmost hole, is still further forward than the 09 version that still has one more position to move back to:
First, the rear shocks are a WHOLE new animal. They are MUCH stronger. On all my other bikes, I would run 1/2 - 2/3 of full capacity of air, just when riding solo. Two Up I had them maxed out, and they will still be sagging and bottoming and have me wishing I could add more air. (Im 210 and the wife is 140)
The new shocks, I am running 5-10 lbs solo, and 25-30 two up, which leaves a full 20 lbs more air that can be added if needed! They are no longer maxed out at the limit all the time. Also note that now the 12" low profile AND the 13" standard shocks BOTH max out at 50 lbs, whereas before, the 13" shocks topped out at 33 lbs. They are MUCH more beefy shocks, and no longer have you running air at the upper limit all the time to get a decent ride.
Second, It appears that HD has listened to the bitching about their rider backrests, and have re-designed the bracket (on the fixed mount at least) to allow the backrest to be positioned back further, so it does not shove you out of the "bucket" of your seat. This is exactly why I never liked the HD backrests.
This shows the change to the rider backrest bracket, between the 09 (mounted on bike) and the older version (along side). Note that the older version, when positioned on the same hole (second from front) is over an inch further forward than the new bracket. And even when positioned on the rearmost hole, is still further forward than the 09 version that still has one more position to move back to:
#4
08-23-2008, 06:09 PM
Sorry bud. I certainly don't want to come across as bashing 08 and older bikes, (had 3) Just hoping to help people make informed decisions if they are considering it. Loved my 07 too, but damn, Im a happy (er) camper now.
#6
08-23-2008, 06:12 PM
You will note in the catalog, that the backrests are now sold separately from the brackets.
#7
08-23-2008, 06:16 PM
Just be VERY specific about payment/pickup terms. I REQUIRED a bank to bank transfer, no certified checks, money orders, or ANYTHING that could be forged. From his bank, to my bank. I have proof of funds, he has proof he paid. And absolutely NO sale outside of the US.
Done it twice, worked great both times. Just cover your *** on the listing, and on the payment/delivery terms.
Last edited by flyingace; 08-23-2008 at 06:24 PM.
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