progressive fork springs , part # ???

Ridefree · 07-22-2016, 07:54 PM

So , I've been told two different part numbers . 11-1145 AND 11-1126 . Can anyone verify which one I need to order .

Ridefree · 07-26-2016, 08:55 PM

Update from the techs at progressive that there are no springs available for my bike , so I will be ordering new oem springs and changing the seals and bushings . I will be adding 20w oil instead of the stock 10w . Hopefully this will take out most of the spongy feeling I'm experiencing .

Any comments on my soon to be shop work is welcome .

skiman · 07-26-2016, 09:05 PM

You can use 1145's but it takes a little work to install them.
http://www.vulcangadgets.com/files/n...g_install.html

Ridefree · 07-26-2016, 09:18 PM

Thanks skiman , very good reading here . I'm presently working with someone who is a guru with bikes and will do the job for me . I will definitely show him gadgets web page and see if he's up to the task .
I greatly appreciate your input . There is a lot positive feedback about progressive springs
that I just wanted to be a part of the experience

**ringadingh** · 07-26-2016, 10:27 PM

I used the 1145's with a 1" spacer, it was no different than installing the original springs. My 02 has the cartridge style forks.

Snake Ranch · 07-27-2016, 03:44 AM

[QUOTE=Ridefree;666382]Update from the techs at progressive that there are no springs available for my bike , so I will be ordering new oem springs and changing the seals and bushings . I will be adding 20w oil instead of the stock 10w . Hopefully this will take out most of the spongy feeling I'm experiencing .

Any comments on my soon to be shop work is welcome .[/QUOTE

Have you considered checking with Racetec? They have a product that is tunable or adjustable.

http://www.racetech.com/

Call them and tell them what you are looking for in the ride quality. They can advise you how to set up the suspension.

**MAS Tequila** · 07-27-2016, 04:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ringadingh

I used the 1145's with a 1" spacer, it was no different than installing the original springs. My 02 has the cartridge style forks.

I did the same thing.

It was one of the best things I ever did to this bike.

MT

Ridefree · 07-27-2016, 08:15 AM

Thanks very much guys for all the responses . This does help with my decision to order the 11-1145 springs .
I've decided to tackle the job in the fall when the season is over . Then I can tear every down and replace the steering bearings as well ( all balls ) . I going to need to replace the front tire as well . So might as well save some money and do the dismantle myself .

You guys rock and so does this forum !!

Ridefree · 07-27-2016, 08:23 AM

[QUOTE=Snake Ranch;666400]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ridefree

Update from the techs at progressive that there are no springs available for my bike , so I will be ordering new oem springs and changing the seals and bushings . I will be adding 20w oil instead of the stock 10w . Hopefully this will take out most of the spongy feeling I'm experiencing .

Any comments on my soon to be shop work is welcome .[/QUOTE

Have you considered checking with Racetec? They have a product that is tunable or adjustable.

http://www.racetech.com/

Call them and tell them what you are looking for in the ride quality. They can advise you how to set up the suspension.

Thank-you for the post snake . I'll do some research on these as well . I've always preferred to call and get first hand info on stuff I order . Appreciate the help

recumbentbob · 07-27-2016, 04:52 PM

Now you need to make the big decision on Fork Oil. All fork oils are not created equal.

This explains it:
http://www.peterverdone.com/archive/lowspeed.htm

and

http://www.peterverdone.com/archive/index2.htm

Ridefree · 07-27-2016, 08:58 PM

Wow , Great reading but before I rack my brain I'll ask what others used and tell me what they think . At this point anything I use will end up being better than what's in there now .

skiman · 07-27-2016, 09:03 PM

Don't over think it, these are not GP race bikes lol.

Ridefree · 07-27-2016, 09:16 PM

I don't plan on it . The guy rebuilding my forks is a retired HD tech and is now a manager of a local shop . I'll let him decide what I should use .

I'm just giving him my bike towards the end of the season to get everything done .

**voyager** · 07-28-2016, 01:33 PM

I did my entire suspension this spring. So glad I finally got around to doing it. Ever since adding the fairing, stereo, amp, lights, etc it's added additional weight to the front end and it dove like a SOB on braking. Now, nice and level and much better on a curve.

Ridefree · 07-28-2016, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by voyager

I did my entire suspension this spring. So glad I finally got around to doing it. Ever since adding the fairing, stereo, amp, lights, etc it's added additional weight to the front end and it dove like a SOB on braking. Now, nice and level and much better on a curve.

Glad to hear your happy with the results . I can't wait til I get mine done . It really dives when I break . I'm looking forward to a more solid ride . This winter I'm adding 412hd 13" to the rear . Hopefully by next season I'll have all my regular maintenance done .

Ride safe !!

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skiman Advanced Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Nashville,NC Posts: 782	You can use 1145's but it takes a little work to install them. http://www.vulcangadgets.com/files/n...g_install.html __________________ 2002 Nomad 1500 FI 12" buckhorn apes Chuckster air kit Mustang seat and fender bib Avon Venom tires 2 right side Harley mufflers the quiet side. TFI fuel control Progressive 430 shocks 430-4213B (Best Mod to the bike I've made) Progressive fork springs (See Above) Kuryakyn grips A touch of chrome farkles Reckless fairing color match 2 tone paint. Kenwood deck with Polk 5 1/4" speakers. 2007 GSX1250 Stock for now
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07-26-2016, 10:27 PM	#5
ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	I used the 1145's with a 1" spacer, it was no different than installing the original springs. My 02 has the cartridge style forks. __________________ 2002 Nomad aka Bountyhunter VBA #27 VROC #18951 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-27-2016, 03:44 AM	#6
Snake Ranch Advanced Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Stockton, Ca. Posts: 568	options [QUOTE=Ridefree;666382]Update from the techs at progressive that there are no springs available for my bike , so I will be ordering new oem springs and changing the seals and bushings . I will be adding 20w oil instead of the stock 10w . Hopefully this will take out most of the spongy feeling I'm experiencing . Any comments on my soon to be shop work is welcome .[/QUOTE Have you considered checking with Racetec? They have a product that is tunable or adjustable. http://www.racetech.com/ Call them and tell them what you are looking for in the ride quality. They can advise you how to set up the suspension. __________________ Too much fun Is never enough. You make a living by what you get, You make a life by what you give. The measure of a man can be summed up by how he treats people who are the least significant to him.
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07-27-2016, 04:52 PM	#10
recumbentbob Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Newburgh IN Posts: 3,404	Now you need to make the big decision on Fork Oil. All fork oils are not created equal. This explains it: http://www.peterverdone.com/archive/lowspeed.htm and http://www.peterverdone.com/archive/index2.htm __________________ 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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07-26-2016, 08:55 PM	#2
Ridefree Sr. Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Saskatchewan , Canada Posts: 1,441	Update from the techs at progressive that there are no springs available for my bike , so I will be ordering new oem springs and changing the seals and bushings . I will be adding 20w oil instead of the stock 10w . Hopefully this will take out most of the spongy feeling I'm experiencing . Any comments on my soon to be shop work is welcome .
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07-26-2016, 09:18 PM	#4
Ridefree Sr. Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Saskatchewan , Canada Posts: 1,441	Thanks skiman , very good reading here . I'm presently working with someone who is a guru with bikes and will do the job for me . I will definitely show him gadgets web page and see if he's up to the task . I greatly appreciate your input . There is a lot positive feedback about progressive springs that I just wanted to be a part of the experience
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07-27-2016, 08:15 AM	#8
Ridefree Sr. Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Saskatchewan , Canada Posts: 1,441	Thanks very much guys for all the responses . This does help with my decision to order the 11-1145 springs . I've decided to tackle the job in the fall when the season is over . Then I can tear every down and replace the steering bearings as well ( all balls ) . I going to need to replace the front tire as well . So might as well save some money and do the dismantle myself . You guys rock and so does this forum !!
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07-27-2016, 08:58 PM	#11
Ridefree Sr. Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Saskatchewan , Canada Posts: 1,441	Wow , Great reading but before I rack my brain I'll ask what others used and tell me what they think . At this point anything I use will end up being better than what's in there now .
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07-27-2016, 09:03 PM	#12
skiman Advanced Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Nashville,NC Posts: 782	Don't over think it, these are not GP race bikes lol. __________________ 2002 Nomad 1500 FI 12" buckhorn apes Chuckster air kit Mustang seat and fender bib Avon Venom tires 2 right side Harley mufflers the quiet side. TFI fuel control Progressive 430 shocks 430-4213B (Best Mod to the bike I've made) Progressive fork springs (See Above) Kuryakyn grips A touch of chrome farkles Reckless fairing color match 2 tone paint. Kenwood deck with Polk 5 1/4" speakers. 2007 GSX1250 Stock for now
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07-27-2016, 09:16 PM	#13
Ridefree Sr. Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Saskatchewan , Canada Posts: 1,441	I don't plan on it . The guy rebuilding my forks is a retired HD tech and is now a manager of a local shop . I'll let him decide what I should use . I'm just giving him my bike towards the end of the season to get everything done .
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07-28-2016, 01:33 PM	#14
voyager Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Stony Plain, Alberta Posts: 694	I did my entire suspension this spring. So glad I finally got around to doing it. Ever since adding the fairing, stereo, amp, lights, etc it's added additional weight to the front end and it dove like a SOB on braking. Now, nice and level and much better on a curve. __________________ Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts.........Mark Twain.
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