1600 Nomad rear shock air pressure

Wildthang057 · 09-21-2016, 10:16 AM

I got what I needed with a better search but I can't delete this thread. If a moderator can, please do.

This has probably been asked before but I could not find it with a search. I looked in the manual for recommended air pressure for rear shock and it was not very helpful.
I am riding 2 up, around 310 lbs with full dress Nomad. I also ride mostly on mountain roads with lots of up and down and twist and turns.
Is there any recommendations you have used that might help me?

**cnc** · 09-21-2016, 01:32 PM

It has been discussed a number of times over the years so a search should find some threads on it. There were a few threads a couple of weeks ago, one being here.

http://www.vulcanbagger.com/forums/s...ad.php?t=44752

Having said that, everyone is different in what feels good to them.
Try putting in around 20lb and experiment from there till you get what you feel suits you.

Nerdfest · 09-28-2016, 06:29 AM

I recently picked up a "Cane Creek" zero loss pump to adjust my shocks and I'm unsure about whether or not it's reading correctly. The pump is theoretically rated for about 300 PSI, and it only takes one small pump to push the shocks to about 50 PSI. Is it this twitchy, or am I missing something?

**Iamriding** · 09-28-2016, 06:50 AM

The 0-300 are often used for bicycle shocks. Many here have purchased a 0-60 psi version for our rear motorcycle shocks. Mush easier to make the finer adjustments.

redjay · 09-28-2016, 07:05 AM

This is the one I have, 0 to 60 psi.

http://www.harley-davidson.com/store...nsion-air-pump

Nerdfest · 09-28-2016, 09:47 AM

Wow, so it really is that touchy. I just got hosed by shipping costs one the one I bought, so I'll probably just live with it. Bummer.

redjay · 09-28-2016, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Nerdfest

I recently picked up a "Cane Creek" zero loss pump to adjust my shocks and I'm unsure about whether or not it's reading correctly. The pump is theoretically rated for about 300 PSI, and it only takes one small pump to push the shocks to about 50 PSI. Is it this twitchy, or am I missing something?

Maximum pressure for the shocks is 43psi. Any more than that and you risk damaging the shocks.

**JD Hog** · 09-28-2016, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Nerdfest

Wow, so it really is that touchy. I just got hosed by shipping costs one the one I bought, so I'll probably just live with it. Bummer.

The Harley 0 to 60 lbs pump will put in about 1 lbs per pump stroke. When you press the release button it will drain a fraction of a pound with each push. Pump it up higher then you want and use the release button to fine tune to the exact setting you need. Simply the best tool for the job.

Thom · 09-28-2016, 02:01 PM

I ordered this one. Great pump No air loss when you remove the valve

Fox Racing Shox Shock Pump 027-00-007
Sold by: Motor Psycho Sport

Nerdfest · 09-28-2016, 02:22 PM

Well, I own one now. You're right, it is a great tool. Now I'm stuck with a bicycle shock pump that I paid way too much for after shipping :(

Thanks for the help!

recumbentbob · 09-28-2016, 02:28 PM

I would recommend this one is 0-60 psi gauge.

https://www.amazon.com/Motorcycle-Harley-Davidson-Kawasaki-Suzuki/dp/B006ID37ZS/ref=pd_sbs_263_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=E18PZKZW56HY 7GKC0NPN

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Wildthang057 Jr. Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Peel Arkansas Posts: 8	1600 Nomad rear shock air pressure I got what I needed with a better search but I can't delete this thread. If a moderator can, please do. This has probably been asked before but I could not find it with a search. I looked in the manual for recommended air pressure for rear shock and it was not very helpful. I am riding 2 up, around 310 lbs with full dress Nomad. I also ride mostly on mountain roads with lots of up and down and twist and turns. Is there any recommendations you have used that might help me? Login or Register to Remove Ads Last edited by Wildthang057; 09-21-2016 at 04:01 PM.
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09-21-2016, 01:32 PM	#2
cnc Join Date: May 2009 Location: Montreal QC Posts: 12,034	It has been discussed a number of times over the years so a search should find some threads on it. There were a few threads a couple of weeks ago, one being here. http://www.vulcanbagger.com/forums/s...ad.php?t=44752 Having said that, everyone is different in what feels good to them. Try putting in around 20lb and experiment from there till you get what you feel suits you. __________________ Norm Ward 2008 blue / silver nomad kawanow / VBA #01136
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Iamriding Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 305	The 0-300 are often used for bicycle shocks. Many here have purchased a 0-60 psi version for our rear motorcycle shocks. Mush easier to make the finer adjustments. __________________ 2003 Nomad 1500 Memphis Shades batwing fairing \| Chuckster dual plate BAK \| Dobeck EJK \| Mustang seat \| Victory Boardwalk handlebars \| Garry's fork brace with modified KLR fork boots
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09-28-2016, 07:05 AM	#5
redjay Top Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 6,928	This is the one I have, 0 to 60 psi. http://www.harley-davidson.com/store...nsion-air-pump Login or Register to Remove Ads
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09-28-2016, 02:01 PM	#9
Thom Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Webster MA Posts: 188	I ordered this one. Great pump No air loss when you remove the valve Fox Racing Shox Shock Pump 027-00-007 Sold by: Motor Psycho Sport __________________ 2006 Nomad 1600 "Big Irish" BatWing Fairing 12" KST Mayhem Dresser Bars Demon Cycle Mirrors Tunes supplied by Pioneer and Polk Exhaust courtesy of Vance and Hines and Big City Thunder
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09-28-2016, 06:29 AM	#3
Nerdfest Jr. Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3	I recently picked up a "Cane Creek" zero loss pump to adjust my shocks and I'm unsure about whether or not it's reading correctly. The pump is theoretically rated for about 300 PSI, and it only takes one small pump to push the shocks to about 50 PSI. Is it this twitchy, or am I missing something?
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09-28-2016, 09:47 AM	#6
Nerdfest Jr. Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3	Wow, so it really is that touchy. I just got hosed by shipping costs one the one I bought, so I'll probably just live with it. Bummer.
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09-28-2016, 02:22 PM	#10
Nerdfest Jr. Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3	Well, I own one now. You're right, it is a great tool. Now I'm stuck with a bicycle shock pump that I paid way too much for after shipping :( Thanks for the help!
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09-28-2016, 02:28 PM	#11
recumbentbob Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Newburgh IN Posts: 3,404	I would recommend this one is 0-60 psi gauge. https://www.amazon.com/Motorcycle-Harley-Davidson-Kawasaki-Suzuki/dp/B006ID37ZS/ref=pd_sbs_263_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=E18PZKZW56HY 7GKC0NPN __________________ VBA #01084 "A well regulated militia being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the People to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed."
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