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$696.56 – $747.50
Shocks hidden under the frame make common adjustments difficult on the Softail chassis. Not anymore! RAP (Remote Adjustable Preload) combines high performance shocks with a remote preload adjuster. Conveniently located behind the left passenger peg, the RAP system allows for easy tuning of the shocks to account for changing loads or the addition of a passenger.
Product Note:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Finish | Chrome |
| Length | Varies (make selection above) |
| Quantity | 2 |
| Spring Rate | Varies (make selection above) |
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Doug L.
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Verified Purchaser
These Progressive 422 adjustable shocks with RAP are a very good quality shock and very easy to install. After the initial set up all you have to do is turn the handle to raise or lower the bike. No more laying on your back adjusting the for increase or decrease of the load you are carrying. I am a very happy customer.
By
John O.
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Verified Purchaser
At this price, it was time, and frankly wish I had the scratch long ago. The 422 series made my 1988 softail ride like a new M8. Very worth it. A word of advice: If you are not a mechanic, this is one job best done by one. Dial the rebound in correctly and enjoy. No more "bottom-out" and the tracking in the turns is MUCH better. Note: have your bike on a motorcycle lift, pull the rear wheel, do the job right.
By
Ron M.
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Verified Purchaser
So far so good. They seem extremely well made. It's nice to be able to make adjustments without having to put the bike on any kind of support. It is expensive though. That's always an issue for many of us.
By Tommy on
Great shocks at a great price! These have been great on my Fat Boy.
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By Anon.
For these shocks you would use the remote adjuster that is included in order to change the preload setting.
By Brapple
I ride solo roughly 80% of the time, weigh 210 lbs, wife is 130 lbs... which version is best suited for these conditions.
With being right on the edge of deciding point of heavy duty or standard, I would suggest the heavy duty as you can always back down the preload if they are too stiff when riding solo.
By Johnny
Choosing the right spring rate will make a big difference in how your bike responds to a Progressive suspension upgrade. Heavy-duty springs are best suited for solo riders over 220lbs. If you ride two-up and/or with a full load of luggage at least 50% of the time, heavy-duty shocks are also recommended. Otherwise, standard-rate springs will do the trick.
By Monster Williams
I am 6'5" weigh 230. I only ride solo on my softail springer. The previous owner was short. Will these shocks raise the bike up?
If the shocks on your machine are stock, and you're riding an 1989-1999 Softail, the shocks measure 12.23" long at full extension. If you're riding a 2000-2017 Softail, the shocks measure 10.65" long. You'll be able to take two inches out of that should you want to lower the rear end of the bike.
By Mark
Does it matter which side you put adjusting side with remote control also my weight is around 210lb
The side on which the preload adjust varies based on the model year machine on which you're fitting the shocks. In the case of 2000+ models, the preload adjust is to be fitted on the left side of the bike. On old machines, Progressive instructs you to install the adjuster on the right side of the bike. As for the spring rate recommendation, if you ride solo at least 50% of the time, go with the standard rate springs. If you ride two-up and/or with a full load of luggage at least 50% of the time, heavy-duty shocks are what's recommended for your situation.
By DR Death
Heavy Duty spring rate would be the best option to suit your weight in the 422 series Shocks to fit a Harley Davidson Softail model. Heavy Duty spring rate is recommended for anyone that rides 2-up more than 50% of the time or has a combined rider weight with gear that is over 250 lbs. I would also suggest looking at a set of heavy duty fork springs for the front forks as well. This will give you the best ride quality matching both front and rear suspension together.
By Toyz
How does that work connected to only one shock?
The Remote Adjustable Preload (RAP) function is there to fine-tune ride height once you've got your baseline ride height properly set. With careful tuning, you can get the shocks set up so that, depending on whether or not you're riding with a passenger - you can simply turn the RAP's knob a few times to get the proper ride height. You can do this since the shock that doesn't have the remote adjuster attached can also be adjust for preload using the included preload adjustment tool. In the instance you're unable to get proper ride height with the RAP alone during initial setup, then you will need to use the preload wrench to get it in range. For reference, it's actually not unusual to find modern suspension components with a preload adjustment on one side only. For those bikes, you often need to change out the springs in order to get the proper ride height. This goes for forks as well. While it's not as common on cruisers, over the last four or five years, it's become increasingly common on sportbikes and offroad bikes, both - MX and enduro machines. What's nice about the Progressive 422 shocks is that, since the non-remote adjustable side can also be adjusted for preload, you don't need to change out springs in order to get the right ride height.
By Anon.
Progressive's 422 series shocks are only available with a chrome finish.
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