The short answer is yes, the aftermarket shocks (think Progressive) are set up for riders starting at 225. So order the standard 440's and gain weight or order some custom shocks.
Question to the OP. You mention that people say the stock shocks suck. If you had never heard or read anyone say that would you personally be unhappy with your current setup?
I keep hearing the shocks are junk but have not found that to be true for me. I weigh about the same and don't usually carry tonnage either. I'm short on top of that so I have the SG shocks on the rear. Found the air shocks change enough to cover me. I run about 20 normally but can set them anywhere from zero to 40 depending on what I'm doing.
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Agreed! My RK handles fine for me at 175 pounds and I lowered the rear with the low profile touring shocks. Not sure what kind of riding some of the guys on this forum do, but if I wanted a great handling sport bike I wouldn't have bought a Tourer or a Harley for that matter. I can understand if someone does a lot of two up riding and carries a lot of weight on the bike how different shocks might be needed, but for us lighter weights the stock shocks are fine for normal riding.
No, I would not be.. However I don't want to miss out on an improved experience if possible.
Originally Posted by skully1200
Question to the OP. You mention that people say the stock shocks suck. If you had never heard or read anyone say that would you personally be unhappy with your current setup?
Great answers so far.. It seems like those who have upgraded shocks really do find an improvement, especially if done correctly (ie: through MM with Howard). Maybe I will play with the air as mentioned as well..
No, I would not be.. However I don't want to miss out on an improved experience if possible.
Howard is in Fla. too, you should call him, he might let you ride something with good shocks, then you will know what you're missing and if it's worth it to you to change.
I am the exact same weight as you and have no issue with the stock shocks (either front or rear). I do find the suspension to be firm and well damped, but that's what I prefer.
09-20-2011, 05:40 PM
