Ordered ohlins 3-3
#21
So what kind of discount are we talking about that the forum members recieve? The #3 line look to run $1000, A little steep for most.
I've also seen were one person recommended the 3-3 for a street glide, wouldn't the 3-1 (12") or 3-2 (12 19/32" to 13 ") be closer to the lower stock stance of the street glides 12" shock?
My backs not getting any better and the stock shocks seem fine, but I could see in the future getting some Ohlins just to see. I put Progressives on my softail because just like the Ohlins everone said they were great. I thought they were a little worse but did lower my bike so I kept them on. Paying this kind of money I want to be sure I have the correct setup.
I've also seen were one person recommended the 3-3 for a street glide, wouldn't the 3-1 (12") or 3-2 (12 19/32" to 13 ") be closer to the lower stock stance of the street glides 12" shock?
My backs not getting any better and the stock shocks seem fine, but I could see in the future getting some Ohlins just to see. I put Progressives on my softail because just like the Ohlins everone said they were great. I thought they were a little worse but did lower my bike so I kept them on. Paying this kind of money I want to be sure I have the correct setup.
#22
Getting a softer ride with better control was just the fundamental result. I've found that I can go longer without butt breakdown or needing to attach my backrest. I ride only solo and when I attach the Tour Pak and load the bike down for a trip I don't need to reset the preload like I did with the other two. To be fair, these Ohlins shocks have much more stroke than either of the other two types I had, 13¼" vs. 12" for the stockers and 12½" for the Progressives. In a sense it wasn't a fair fight, and the downside to the Ohlins is that the slammed look is no longer present. That's a minor side-effect I can live with considering the gains I've achieved. I can't say how 13" or 13½" 440's would ride, but I doubt if they would achieve this level of comfort, and they still wouldn't have any rebound control.
As has already been mentioned, be sure to take advantage of the HDForums discount, which in my case was substantial.
Last edited by iclick; 10-29-2011 at 07:52 PM.
#25
#26
Well I got the shocks put on Friday Night !!
Howard said not to worry about any adjustments yet get at least 500 miles on them!!
Well first impressions I think there a little harsh!!!
I did put a tie starp on the shaft of 1 shock just to see how much travel im getting
It drives it to the bottom!! It seems that the smaller bumbs I feel more than I should!!
I only got to ride about 150 miles this weekend with the IOWA weather so with november coming in 2 days may not get to ride much more this year!!
Howard said not to worry about any adjustments yet get at least 500 miles on them!!
Well first impressions I think there a little harsh!!!
I did put a tie starp on the shaft of 1 shock just to see how much travel im getting
It drives it to the bottom!! It seems that the smaller bumbs I feel more than I should!!
I only got to ride about 150 miles this weekend with the IOWA weather so with november coming in 2 days may not get to ride much more this year!!
#27
I too just installed mine, but I experienced a big difference from the stock shocks. I too have to put about 500mi before adjustment so that they get broke in, but my ride has already improved a lot. So I'm looking forward to final adjustment.
I was able to keep the lowered look and still get the Ohlins. I ordered the #2-#2(A) 12 1/8" with a 3 1/4" stroke on my 01 Ultra.
I was able to keep the lowered look and still get the Ohlins. I ordered the #2-#2(A) 12 1/8" with a 3 1/4" stroke on my 01 Ultra.
#28
#29
Instructions
Well I got the shocks put on Friday Night !!
Howard said not to worry about any adjustments yet get at least 500 miles on them!!
Well first impressions I think there a little harsh!!!
I did put a tie starp on the shaft of 1 shock just to see how much travel im getting
It drives it to the bottom!! It seems that the smaller bumbs I feel more than I should!!
I only got to ride about 150 miles this weekend with the IOWA weather so with november coming in 2 days may not get to ride much more this year!!
Howard said not to worry about any adjustments yet get at least 500 miles on them!!
Well first impressions I think there a little harsh!!!
I did put a tie starp on the shaft of 1 shock just to see how much travel im getting
It drives it to the bottom!! It seems that the smaller bumbs I feel more than I should!!
I only got to ride about 150 miles this weekend with the IOWA weather so with november coming in 2 days may not get to ride much more this year!!
I sent you the unofficial installation guide 2X and it is on my web site as well. You must set the shocks up initially, never said "you should not worry about any adjustments yet", you must put them on as per directions. What I said was do not worry about making and continuing to make fine adjustments as the shocks are breaking in because that would drive you nuts. I know that you did not install the shocks properly because they are bottoming out. I hope that you did align the shocks as per instructions as damage can & will occur as per directions.
I also told you to call me and we would install the shocks together so there would be no misunderstandings. Clearly there is. You did not call me like I told you twice that I remember, like I tell everyone. I also told you that the mechanics you have, I am sure, are great and top notch but they are not suspension technicians and need to read to follow the directions I developed. I send my car to a mechanic who does that job every day, call me for your shocks as that is what I do every day, not a auto mechanic or yourself.
Using the directions I sent you, your shocks can not bottom out as they are fully adjustable. I have many, many clients who have no mechanical skills. They listen and do what they read and are told with the desired results and no harsh ride or bottoming out, first time, every time. I am here for you and call me just about anytime! I will make your problems disappear.
#30
Re-reading my post, please do not think I am talking down or disrespecting you, does no one any good. Let us just fix your problem. This is, in no way personnel but let us just cut to the chase and get er' done..
I sent you the unofficial installation guide 2X and it is on my web site as well. You must set the shocks up initially, never said "you should not worry about any adjustments yet", you must put them on as per directions. What I said was do not worry about making and continuing to make fine adjustments as the shocks are breaking in because that would drive you nuts. I know that you did not install the shocks properly because they are bottoming out. I hope that you did align the shocks as per instructions as damage can & will occur as per directions.
I also told you to call me and we would install the shocks together so there would be no misunderstandings. Clearly there is. You did not call me like I told you twice that I remember, like I tell everyone. I also told you that the mechanics you have, I am sure, are great and top notch but they are not suspension technicians and need to read to follow the directions I developed. I send my car to a mechanic who does that job every day, call me for your shocks as that is what I do every day, not a auto mechanic or yourself.
Using the directions I sent you, your shocks can not bottom out as they are fully adjustable. I have many, many clients who have no mechanical skills. They listen and do what they read and are told with the desired results and no harsh ride or bottoming out, first time, every time. I am here for you and call me just about anytime! I will make your problems disappear.
I sent you the unofficial installation guide 2X and it is on my web site as well. You must set the shocks up initially, never said "you should not worry about any adjustments yet", you must put them on as per directions. What I said was do not worry about making and continuing to make fine adjustments as the shocks are breaking in because that would drive you nuts. I know that you did not install the shocks properly because they are bottoming out. I hope that you did align the shocks as per instructions as damage can & will occur as per directions.
I also told you to call me and we would install the shocks together so there would be no misunderstandings. Clearly there is. You did not call me like I told you twice that I remember, like I tell everyone. I also told you that the mechanics you have, I am sure, are great and top notch but they are not suspension technicians and need to read to follow the directions I developed. I send my car to a mechanic who does that job every day, call me for your shocks as that is what I do every day, not a auto mechanic or yourself.
Using the directions I sent you, your shocks can not bottom out as they are fully adjustable. I have many, many clients who have no mechanical skills. They listen and do what they read and are told with the desired results and no harsh ride or bottoming out, first time, every time. I am here for you and call me just about anytime! I will make your problems disappear.
Sorry Howard didnt mean to come across that I was complaning!!!! Im Not !!!
I only have 150 miles on them cant wait to get them broke in!!! And start adjusting them!