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[wkohn]

I have a question about your system for FLH bikes. I have a 2005 Road King Classic FLHRCI.

Why for your complete kit do you go with a 12" extended when the stock system is 13"?

Do you have the same shock in chrome but is a 13"?

Thanks,
Bill

[arnott air ride]

Bill,
we do offer a 13" shock,same price as the 12" Bilstein.Also offered in the Aldan series,
E-me for more info or call mon-fri,9-5 e.s.t.
Thanks,
Frank Johnson
Arnott Air Ride
1-800-251-8993,ext101
frank@arnottairride.com

[wkohn]

Originally Posted by arnott air ride

Bill,
we do offer a 13" shock,same price as the 12" Bilstein.Also offered in the Aldan series,
E-me for more info or call mon-fri,9-5 e.s.t.
Thanks,
Frank Johnson
Arnott Air Ride
1-800-251-8993,ext101
frank@arnottairride.com

Thanks Frank. I will have to try calling sometime while at work. My problem at work is getting them to stop sending me calls during lunch

Bill

[rn0229]

I just put a set of Bilstiens on my 06 flhx. The ride got worse, it feels like a ridge frame, please tell me what pressure to run for best ride.

[wkohn]

Originally Posted by rn0229

I just put a set of Bilstiens on my 06 flhx. The ride got worse, it feels like a ridge frame, please tell me what pressure to run for best ride.

try 8# Did you by them from Arnott?

[rn0229]

Thanks and Yes I did get them from an Arnott rep in Leesburg last Feb.
Do you have these?

[wkohn]

I'm looking at getting a set. Have to save up the money first. Haven't decided on which set-up to go with. With pump or without.

What pressure did you have them at?

[rn0229]

I started at 50 and then 25 and then about 8, the ride didn't get any better. I rode for two hrs. total. Took them off and put the stock shocks back on. Leave for Tail of the Dragon on Sunday, couldn't fool around.

[wkohn]

Originally Posted by rn0229

I started at 50 and then 25 and then about 8, the ride didn't get any better. I rode for two hrs. total. Took them off and put the stock shocks back on. Leave for Tail of the Dragon on Sunday, couldn't fool around.

WOW!!! 50 is a lot. I wonder if that damaged the shock and locked it in an out position? I run 25 in mine only when I ride two up.

[Lowridin Packer]

I have an 07 EGC and want some advice - I need to lower at least an inch. Ride with passenger a lot and loaded - 2 up plus luggage about 500 pounds...

Current stock system at 15 PSI is very smooth - do not want to lose this

Want to ride at least 1" lower and be able to slam bike while stopped as low as possible for wife (short) to mount/dismount.

I am confused about Bilstein vs Aldan - Can I actually adjust ride height with the bilstiens or is it just smooshy below the top height.

Should I go 12" or 13" on an EGC? If I go 12" - will it be smooth and not bottom out loaded? What about Bilstein versus Aldan for this?

What do the Aldans give you for the extra cash?

Ed

[JoeyGilbert]

I ride a 2006 egc (flhtci) and I am six foot six, also I ride two up all the time.
Can I get shocks with more range of compression, and a little taller in the rear would be nice.

[arnott air ride]

Originally Posted by JoeyGilbert

I ride a 2006 egc (flhtci) and I am six foot six, also I ride two up all the time.
Can I get shocks with more range of compression, and a little taller in the rear would be nice.

You can get 13' shocks and that will give you a little more range, about another inch.

[CEddy]

With a $300 difference in cost, is there any reason to choose the Aldan shock over the Bilstein shock?
Thanks,
Chuck

[route66]

You are not running enough air. These shocks will take up to 100 psi. I run mine anywhere from 40 to 75 psi depending on the road conditions. I also have the onboard air compressor(the only way to go) so I can adjust on the go. By the way I do have a gauge installed to monitor the pressure.