Rear progressive shock

Vulcanrider03 · 02-21-2015, 07:49 AM

I am debating to upgrade my rear shock to progressive ones,,, for those that have them what the pros and con

dale55 · 02-21-2015, 06:15 PM

I got a pair that are an inch shorter than the stock air shocks. The bike looks great and handles a bit better but it rides harsher because of the shorter springs. If I did it again I would just use the same length progressive shock as stock. They are a great upgrade for handling.

Vulcanrider03 · 02-21-2015, 06:38 PM

Tkx Dale

gv550 · 02-21-2015, 07:37 PM

As mentioned the Progressive shock is only available as 1 inch shorter than stock. I have Works Performance Steel Tracker shocks and am very impressed with the improved ride and handling. They are custom made to your requirements, weight, ride height (higher or lower), passenger or not, etc.

landman · 02-22-2015, 08:25 PM

the con would be that it still rides and handles like a cruiser.

Trrust32 · 02-23-2015, 09:16 AM

What are you looking to do lower the bike or just different shocks. If you are looking to lower check out the lowering links threads.

Vulcanrider03 · 02-23-2015, 11:21 AM

I just wanna lower the rear end 1 inch

Trrust32 · 02-23-2015, 12:08 PM

http://vulcanbagger.com/forums/showt...lowering+links

This way you keep your factory Air ride. Make sure you confirm they will fit your bike, I think the Vaqureo has the same setup.

c3po · 04-12-2015, 04:29 PM

Just installed a set of these on my Vaq. I'm 5'8 about 165lbs. When I upgraded my stock seat to a Mustang, it sat me much higher than the stock. I could no longer plant my feet on the ground, and that made for some uneasy riding. Especially when coming to a stop, and especially when riding two up. These links lowered the bike enough so that my feet now touch the ground once again. They seem to be a quality product. All hardware included. The instructions could have included pictures for reference, and would have saved some time in trying to figure out exactly the install. But it was no big deal. Install time, including raising bike on jacks, taking off bags, some of the rear trim....a beer..... about an hour. I noticed no difference in handling. Just the added peace of mind that I can now plant my feet, without almost tip toeing.

ponch · 04-12-2015, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by gv550

As mentioned the Progressive shock is only available as 1 inch shorter than stock. I have Works Performance Steel Tracker shocks and am very impressed with the improved ride and handling. They are custom made to your requirements, weight, ride height (higher or lower), passenger or not, etc.

I wonder if Ohlins makes a shock for the Voyager? I know they make them for HD and BMW. Much better than stock and rebuildable.

ponch · 04-12-2015, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Vulcanrider03

I just wanna lower the rear end 1 inch

One member here got thicker soled boots. Just saying.

02-21-2015, 07:49 AM	#1
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02-21-2015, 06:38 PM	#3
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02-21-2015, 07:37 PM	#4
gv550 Advanced Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Listowel, Ontario Posts: 642	As mentioned the Progressive shock is only available as 1 inch shorter than stock. I have Works Performance Steel Tracker shocks and am very impressed with the improved ride and handling. They are custom made to your requirements, weight, ride height (higher or lower), passenger or not, etc. __________________ Garry 2009 1700 Voyager KACT, sold at 679,465 kms 2011 1700 Nomad Improve handling, suspension and tire life with Garry's Fork Brace. PM for details.
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02-23-2015, 11:21 AM	#7
Vulcanrider03 Advanced Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Rockland,ont Posts: 519	I just wanna lower the rear end 1 inch __________________ Lukster National CVFR SAA Rockland,Ont Nomad 2010 Voyager trunk Alleycat intake / YVANIZE ECU, Freedom performance 2 into 1 Kuryaken grip with Throttle mod lost of chrome add on Sound digital 1200.4 2 ohm 6 x 9 MPX 690 Hertz in custom fairing 6.5 hcx hertz speakers in hard bags 6.5 MPX hertz in pods
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02-21-2015, 06:15 PM	#2
dale55 Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Dallas Texas Posts: 353	I got a pair that are an inch shorter than the stock air shocks. The bike looks great and handles a bit better but it rides harsher because of the shorter springs. If I did it again I would just use the same length progressive shock as stock. They are a great upgrade for handling.
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02-23-2015, 09:16 AM	#6
Trrust32 Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: South Dakota Posts: 163	What are you looking to do lower the bike or just different shocks. If you are looking to lower check out the lowering links threads.
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02-23-2015, 12:08 PM	#8
Trrust32 Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: South Dakota Posts: 163	http://vulcanbagger.com/forums/showt...lowering+links This way you keep your factory Air ride. Make sure you confirm they will fit your bike, I think the Vaqureo has the same setup. Last edited by Trrust32; 02-24-2015 at 06:25 PM.
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04-12-2015, 04:29 PM	#9
c3po Jr. Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: South Florida Posts: 45	Luverne Lowering Links Just installed a set of these on my Vaq. I'm 5'8 about 165lbs. When I upgraded my stock seat to a Mustang, it sat me much higher than the stock. I could no longer plant my feet on the ground, and that made for some uneasy riding. Especially when coming to a stop, and especially when riding two up. These links lowered the bike enough so that my feet now touch the ground once again. They seem to be a quality product. All hardware included. The instructions could have included pictures for reference, and would have saved some time in trying to figure out exactly the install. But it was no big deal. Install time, including raising bike on jacks, taking off bags, some of the rear trim....a beer..... about an hour. I noticed no difference in handling. Just the added peace of mind that I can now plant my feet, without almost tip toeing. __________________ 2012 Green Vaquero - Ray's TMod - Clear View Shield - FP True Duals (black) Kawi KQR Backrest - Thunder BAK Cobra PWRPro2000 - CD Plasma Rods Truck-Lite LED Headlight - LED Fog Lights Kawi Pass Floor Boards - Luverne Lowering Links JLAudio 280/4 AMP 6.5 Speaker Adapters - JLAudio 6.5 - JLAudio SUB CD MagicFlex Accent Lights
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