DOC HARLEY: SOFTAIL SHOCK ABSORBERS

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Doc Harley from the Service Clinic at Low Country Harley-Davidson to help you with the health of your motorcycle! This week he talks about adjusting shock absorbers on pre-17 Softails.
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Doc Harley is a motorcycle technician at Low Country Harley-Davidson with over thirty years working on motorcycles. Over the years at the dealership he has worked on Harley-Davidson, Buell, and Triumph motorcycles with a few other brands here and there from trade-ins. There are thousands of how-to videos out on youtube and other websites across the world. Doc’s goal is to help solve problems that people run into when using their service manual, share insights only found as a certified Harley® technician, and some of the tips he’s picked up over the years.
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@franklaughton5649 Год назад

NEVER A WASTED DAY WHEN YOU LEARN SOMETHING NEW ! THANKS DOC

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Год назад

Thanks Frank….Doc

@Big.Ron1 5 лет назад

Perfect timing. I did buy a used Softail and did run into exactly what you said. I am in the middle of going thru the bike front to back, top to bottom taking apart, cleaning, resealing, adjusting and so on. Thanks to this video I now understand the rear shocks on a Softail better. Thank you and be safe.

@darrenwerner1829 3 года назад

Thanks Doc. Answered all my questions and didn't give any useless information like so many other people.

@adamperez1478 3 года назад

agree so many videos with so much unnecessary talking

@jfarrell85 2 года назад

Use the tangs of the SHOCK ADJUSTMENT SPANNER 9444882B in the holes in the rear shock canister to turn the canister CLOCKWISE UNTIL IT STOPS. This position is the minimum rider weight position. Mark the face of the canister for reference. Turn the canister COUNTERCLOCKWISE the number of turns calculated for the total load. Shock Preload for modles FXSB, FLSTN, FLS (all except APC, AUS), FLSS (all except AUS), FLSTFB (all except HDI, ENG, IND, BRZ), FLSTFBS (all except (HDI, ENG) RIDER WEIGHT* TURNS** Less than 185 lb 84 kg 0 Turns 185-235 lb 84107 kg 1 Turns 235-285 lb 107129 kg 2 Turns 285-340 lb 129154 kg 3 Turns 340 lb 154 kg to maximum added weight 4 Turns Shock Preload for modles FLSTC, FLSTF, FLS (APC, AUS), FLSS (AUS), FLSTFB (HDI, ENG, IND, BRZ), FLSTFBS (HDI, ENG) RIDER WEIGHT* TURNS** Less than 165 lb 75 kg 0 Turns 165-220 lb 75100 kg 1 Turns 220-275 lb 100125 kg 2 Turns 275-335 lb 125152 kg 3 Turns 335-395 lb 152179 kg 4 Turns 395 lb 179 kg to maximum added weight 5 Turns

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 года назад

Thanks for posting John....Doc

@darrellb6583 Год назад

Thanks you helped us out a lot

@robertcrash2899 Месяц назад

Mine is a 06 softail standard, I'm 288 is 5 full turns to much

@matt8863 5 лет назад

It's so weird how this now seems so foreign to me...I lowered two early 90's era Softail's, and cannot remember one single step of the procedure...Don't get old folks.

@61espo 5 лет назад

Thanks for the great info Doc! My shock absorbers weren’t even close to being set to my weight of 215... thanks for explaining it and making it easier for guys like me to do!

@GarageBuddys 2 года назад

excellent then I had done everything right 💪 thanks DOC a greeting from Italy

@andrewhedgecock3438 Год назад

Had my 04 Softail for 15 years now, found this video brilliant in terms of explaining the shocks. Never touched them but now overhauling the bike and wanted some decent info on shocks. Respect for the great no BS knowledge sharing.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Год назад

Thanks…..Doc

@cajunspyder2000 5 лет назад

Thanks for the video. 2 years ago I traded a 2013 Breakout for a 2018 Heritage 114. When I still had my Breakout I went to the dealership to buy the adjustment wrench you just showed on your video and they called the Service Tech over and he told me it wasn't adjustable. Now I know it was. I would bounce off the seat on big bumps. I guess I should find another dealer. I have had lots of issues with their service and this just adds to the aggravation knowing I rode that bike for years like that when it was adjustable.

@johnphillipsjr7238 5 лет назад

My local dealer told me the same thing. I said my owners manual says different. It took two other service techs to get the right answer and sell me the wrench to properly adjust the shocks. Scares me to have them perform any actual work on my bike when they don’t even know the Softails are adjustable.

@stevecastillo6826 Год назад

Thanks Doc for that last bit of information about getting a Softail with a lowering kit to make it stiffer because that's exactly what I have and that's exactly what I'm going to do

@RobTheMechanik 11 месяцев назад

This was the best video to help me adjust the rear suspension of my 92 Fatboy. Thank you!

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 11 месяцев назад

Glad it helped…..Doc

@garyzanghi9272 2 месяца назад

This is funny, July 24 i bought a 2016 heritage Sunday i had my local HD shop adjust it to my 250lbs . No more bottoming out Thanks Doc

@dtork47 2 года назад

Never have touched my ‘05 softail shock! Guess it’s a good thing I never got over 170! Thanks again Doc.

@adamperez7427 4 года назад

I have become a big fan of your RU-vid channel. I come to you for all my Harley needs. I’m very comfortable working on my 2010 Fatboy by using you commentary and how to do video. Thank you.

@michaelgreen7028 3 месяца назад

Another very good video, Sir. Thanks again Doc!

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 3 месяца назад

Thanks for your support…..Doc

@RenegadesGarage 5 лет назад

Doc.. Very well explained as always. Thanks for sharing.

@Johnr37us 5 лет назад

I have been racing dirt bikes for years so I understand that way to adjust preloaded on a motorcycle. But for the average person you have done a good job in explaining this process. I have a new CVO Limited and it’s a lot easier ( as you know)to adjust the preload on the touring models.

@Tommy.McLean 11 месяцев назад

I've been a Harley trained tech for 13 years and own my own shop now, and to this day no one has been able to explain to me the difference in softail shocks with different part numbers IE - 00, - 04, - 08 et cetera. They are the same length and look the same but different part number.

@CabinGuy 5 месяцев назад

Thanks Doc, you taught me something new!

@mlunden11 5 лет назад

Thanks doc. Ur the best. Straight and to the point. Thanks again

@64Goef 7 месяцев назад

Apperantly the locknut can be loosend with the adjusting tool first and turn it around to adjust the shocks.

@redgeypedersen41 5 лет назад

Thanks Doc, your knowledge on Harley maintenance is well appreciated.

@dominiccutugno5734 4 года назад

Thank you well explained

@davidclegg4718 5 лет назад

I really enjoy and appreciate all of your videos, even the ones that don't apply to my model Harley. Your explanations are easy to understand. I was wondering if you would do a video regarding motor mounts. Keep up the great work.

@evanmorris3156 4 года назад

Thanks for the great video which makes it easy to see how the adjustment works. I tried it on the jiffy stand and for the life of me I don't see how to make that work. Put the bike up on a jack and it was easy peasy. Thanks again!

@bobgil3464 Год назад

Good idea thanks.

@lancasterjim2441 4 года назад

Awe man thanks so much doc your always so informative we can’t wait to come down and meet you 👍🏻

@fredaustrinojr8186 2 года назад

thanks doc got 1987 flst hairitage softail an everything almost all seams defferent.

@tonyj8947 4 года назад

I'm glad that all I have to do is take the seat off and use the adjustment wrench to turn the adjustment mechanism clockwise or counterclockwise.

@jonnycando 5 лет назад

Once you visualize what those shocks are actually doing it make sense how to turn them to get what you need of them!

@thomascarpenter7415 2 года назад

More excellent wisdom from Doc !! Thank you 😊

@guitarlover889 4 года назад

Cheers Doc from Down under Australia , helped me a lot

@SilverFox-fq7xi 4 года назад

Good info thank you for the explanation. Cleared up the mud a little.

@ihatesjws669 Год назад

FYI, the center of the shock adjustment tool can also be used as a 1 1/6 inch wrench. So you really only need the 9/16 inch wrench and the tool to adjust.

@anthrophob 3 месяца назад

1/16 ! Seems like nobody knows how to put it correctly. But what bothers me more is the fact that HD manual doesn't mention it. Torque - yes, wrench size - no. Is it so difficult to complete it with this useful info??!

@dapezent 5 лет назад

I did a search on how to tell if your shocks are worn out and need replacement and came across this helpful tip. Thank you for the valuable information. I still can’t find info about my question though, perhaps you could do a vid about it sometime? Or maybe commenters could point me in the right direction please? Thanks.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 5 лет назад

Shocks are all about control. They control the movement of your rear tire and swing-arm up and down over road conditions. If you have adjusted the shock absorbers to manufacturer specifications and the rear wheel/swing-arm bounces with no control the shocks are warn out.

@ronprice2127 4 года назад

Thank you ,from BOSTON

@davidv.780 5 лет назад

Great video , thanks Doc Harley.

@craigversetti5700 3 года назад

Had to learn this the hard way years back !!

@davidyancey179 4 года назад

Well explained Doc. No problem with my adjustment, got it perfect. 👍👍

@Wheel-1 3 года назад

Thats why it rides like a board \ .. / . Thanks Doc & LCHD

@bobclapper2672 5 лет назад

Thanks for sharing your Expertise !!

@tonygiuliano5561 4 года назад

thanks doc with my wife on the back of my 2015 deluxe it use to bottom out since i did the adjustment on the shocks its made it i much better bike to ride thanks doc awesome ............

@bobgil3464 Год назад

How many turns to adjust for the increase weight?

@busterbrown4837 Год назад

Thanks Doc !

@tonyperkins7485 6 месяцев назад

Thanks Doc .from Auzz

@lloydhorton4290 2 года назад

Thanks doc informative! 08 heritage.

@adamperez1478 3 года назад

thanks always come here for good videos

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 3 года назад

Thank you for taking time to watch...Doc

@NoName-dl5tl 4 года назад

Thank you really so good information Doc, regards from Mexico.

@bobgil3464 Год назад

Tiene nombre?

@hhplymouth9473 Год назад

I bought a 2007 Heritage. I got it from the original owner. The shocks have never been adjusted. The ride is okay. I would like to get them adjusted. I think the ride could be quite a bit better. I rode a couple of newer softails and found out how much difference the adjustment can make. The first rode beautifully. The second rode terrible.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Год назад

I agree. Though the Early models have less adjustment than the M8s…Doc

@darkforest3333 8 дней назад

con-fusing…when you say make the spring TOUGH do you mean put MORE tension on the spring? this is really crazy to try to understand. maybe explain which way a shock goes so that your ass isn’t torn up or you can’t walk because of back pain or stay on an old softail longer than 5-10 minutes at speeds over 40mph? Thanks

@Dustin359 4 года назад

I have a 2010 fat boy lo. I went to adjust them, found that the two shocks weren't evenly preloaded (never been touched before), so I went full counterclockwise on both (I'm 230), and left it. Ride was much improved being both at the same. Haven't touched since, as it was a major pain to do without a lift or motorcycle jack.

@bobgil3464 Год назад

Did you just do one rotation on each shock?

@Dustin359 Год назад

@@bobgil3464 I think so... I can't remember for sure. The bike was totaled since (and almost me with it)

@bobgil3464 Год назад

@@Dustin359 wow sad to hear about the bike glad you are all right.

@Dustin359 Год назад

@@bobgil3464 broke a couple vertebrae, left hip socket and a couple bones in my left arm. full face helmet kept me conscious. I replaced the fat boy with a Road Glide.

@bobgil3464 Год назад

@@Dustin359 I like the new 120 Anniversary CVO Road Glide Ultra. They had one on display at BikeWeek. Unfortunately don’t have $52000. Man you were messed up lucky to be alive.

@richardvasconcellos8789 3 года назад

The funny thing about this is the adjustment wrench doubles as a 1and 1 -16 and this guy is a professional come on

@bendaves77 3 года назад

There's not another video that explains this as well as your video.. thanks

@bobgil3464 Год назад

Explains well but never answers a question.

@shellbailey2517 4 года назад

very clear to understand im on it thanks doc

@afghanyeti 2 года назад

Great shop, always neat and clean. A professional works here.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 года назад

Thank you...Doc

@thomasreyes2857 Год назад

Good work. But who was the goofball who brought the Harley in with the goldwing windscreen on it.😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

@stlchuckhd Год назад

👍 thank you

@jamesmartin8999 2 года назад

Hello doc harley...have 2010 fatboy after riding for few hours have very sore back for a few days...i also have 1942wla and never get any back problems unless hit desent pot hole.... can not see why fatboy gives me bad back...have had since new so no idea shock setup but after viewing your video will check to see weather they are setup to hard,hopefully they are not on softest setting....love watching your videos very well explained and learn so much..regards jimmy.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 года назад

Thank you Jimmy. Your 1942 wla is on my bucket list to ride...Doc

@southernrebel 3 месяца назад

Do those shocks ever need cleaning, lubing, ect, on an 07 heritage?

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 3 месяца назад

Nothing official. Yes I check the mounting bolts. Sometimes when I hear squeaks I’ll spray lube into the canister because the spring has no lube….Doc

@awedihdaira2786 Месяц назад

Hi doc hope you are well , question here please ... Can i use an old style clutch cable (twin cam) on a 2018 Milwaukee 8 model Softail??? Many thanks 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Месяц назад

I'm not sure. I have to admit I have only installed cables that are tested and fitted for your 2018. You could do a little research by going to aftermarket cable makers. Look up your bike cable then a Twin Cam cable and see if they match….Doc

@deweydodo6691 Год назад

Hey Doc, very good to know as I am looking at a 2008, first thing i asked was where is the shocks? Second question is what are they set at?

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Год назад

Great questions in understanding your bike….Doc

@matthewnorwell5353 Год назад

Can I add preload but also raise the shock by shortening the threaded bar doc

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Год назад

At first I wanted to post NO. But then you added a threaded part? Most after market threaded parts are for lowering. It might be able to adjust the other way. Just make sure you have enough still in the shocks to support your adjustment….Doc

@matthewnorwell5353 Год назад

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson arrrr so the half inch of threaded bar is for the pre load to wind up on doc , my stock shock has never been adjusted

@peterbergeris6510 4 года назад

Saw another video on softail shocks. With the special tool, the tool hooks into the holes in the plate at the end of the shaft.Also once you assemble the shock how do you torque the bolts when there is hardly any space.

@stevecastillo6826 7 месяцев назад

The tool that you use to adjust the shock what is the other end of the tool used for

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 7 месяцев назад

Sometimes it can break loose the nut. Most of the time I use that end on adjusting other shocks….Doc

@patrickfreeman205 4 года назад

Great video. Just what I was looking for.

@nuffdoggiggey4103 10 месяцев назад

My 06 night train bought new and lowered, I hit a pot hole it about broke my spin like you say, I haven't rode it much in the past 4 years it seems very very stiff even my front end ..like I have no shocks at all.. so you saying with a lowering kit I need to make it more stiff? Did I here you correct?

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 10 месяцев назад

Yes but with reason. When lowering a bike you remove normal distant traveled by shock absorbers. If the springs are not stiffened the shock would bottom out and hurt…..Maybe consider Air Shocks. They are soft but not dependable….Doc

@adam6ism 4 года назад

Love your videos Doc and always very helpful thank you

@stevecastillo6826 Год назад

Doc Harley, I do have a question? And my question to you is I noticed in the video your shocks on the motorcycle are install just the opposite of mine and I do have a lowering kit does that make a difference if they're installed the opposite way.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Год назад

Nice to see you noticed. HD changed the direction of Softtail shocks with the Twin Cam. Adjustment is still the same….Doc

@stevecastillo6826 Год назад

Thank you so much, keep up the grade videos they help me all the way through the process of rebuilding this custom chopper.

@schachat01 3 года назад

Hi Doc-thanks for the great video! I came across a 2008 FLSTSB (no rear lowering kit) today. I suspect that someone who installed these shocks failed to lock in the 9/16" spanner to avoid the shaft rotating (probably adjusted on the bench and reinstalled the shocks on the frame)-hence it is now so short that is no longer possible to insert the special HD tool and 9/16" spanner) to adjust the preload as per the HD instruction. I think the only way to sort out this dilemma would be to physically remove the shocks and recalibrate them and reinstall. What is your suggestion? Many thanks Arnold

@bobgil3464 Год назад

What did you end up doing?

@ctscantechnologist 5 лет назад

Love that derby cover!

@pallebosken8301 3 года назад

Great vid! Thx.

@meseahunt Год назад

What is a good replacement shock(s) cause the HD oem ones are horrible….

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Год назад

There are several. Progressive sells a good unit with external adjuster. Ferrell has introduced an air system. Legends has shocks and others. It really depends on your budget…..Doc

@heidischramm-kl3sg 4 месяца назад

So I got a set of ultima narrow shocks for my 88 heritage an so I shouldn't be able to make them absorb in my hand off the bike ??

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 4 месяца назад

I have no experience with Ultima shocks. Normally no…..Doc

@gregdcasey Год назад

Is it possible to adjust the height also at the shock?

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Год назад

Only with an aftermarket part. The factory shock will not adjust height….doc

@maddog7999 4 года назад

so many ppl have told me you cant adjust a softail. boy they’re gonna eat crow!

@dyates6380 5 лет назад

Great advice man. Thanks.

@JLH1956 4 года назад

I had my Harley dealer install the lowering kit. They never asked me my weight, but they set it up for myself alone and with a rider. With two we don't bottom out, with one, it's really smooth unless you hit a noticeable pot hole. Rides smooth, tracks straight. 09 softail custom.

@tat2dchris1 3 года назад

always great videos. always to the point.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 3 года назад

I appreciate that!..Doc

@seventy18 3 месяца назад

So counter clockwise to make stiffer???

@joeharley87 2 года назад

Great video. You did not say anything about the bike being lower or higher. Does ajusting the shock have any effect on the height of the bike?

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 года назад

Not at all unless you count with the springs adjusted correctly the bike won't lower with the added weight.....Doc

@Otis884 5 лет назад

Thanks Doc.

@royvinator7038 Год назад

Are the factory shocks on a 1993 heritage oil dampened and nitrogen charged? I'm looking to buy the bike and the rear suspension sets very low and feels like it's bottomed out . Thank you

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Год назад

Sounds like the shocks have been modified to lower the bike. Lowering of coarse removes suspension full travel. Factory shocks are large heavy duty springs with oil dampening. Don’t let the shocks stop you from your dream bike

@royvinator7038 Год назад

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Thank you for your reply, I really enjoy your channel !

@GarageBuddys 2 года назад

Hello DOC, I have some questions, sorry but I translate wrong and I need some clarification. counterclockwise hardens the spring, clockwise softens the spring?

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 года назад

Turning the adjuster plates OUT (towards the locknut) compresses the spring for a stiffer ride.....Doc

@hamadalmuhairi2313 4 года назад

Very helpful thank you.

@rogerdaniels491 5 лет назад

Now I'm confused, every instruction I read says turn the lock nut CCW all the to stop then turn the adjuster plate all the CCW to (0) then turn CW up to (4) revolutions. (4) being the lightest setting and (0) being the stiffest setting. Is it possible you got CW and CCW confused?

@rjdingle9494 4 года назад

Exactly what I thought. 5 settings. 0 1 2 3 4

@russellnorton9940 4 года назад

im still confused, its a simple question. is counterclockwise making then stronger?? or weaker. the guy goes on n on about everything, but whats the answer

@mrdoublej464 4 года назад

Truly think he first meant to say.... ccw, not cw.... to get to 0 (zero) turn counter-clockwise until it stops. That's the stiffest preload... then turn to make the preload softer by going clockwise.

@richardballew8958 3 года назад

Can you explain how to adjust a Softail with a lowering kit? I have a 2012 FLSTF Fat Boy. Previous owner had a lowering kit installed, he was about 5'5", 160 lbs. I'm 6', 230 lbs. I'd like to raise the ride height. I wish I could get original stub shafts, but can't find them. Thanks for any advice!

@AICD1999 3 года назад

Doc have you seen these Heritage shock adjuster snapped off in your shop?

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 3 года назад

Only in extreme adjustment out for max lowering....Doc

@dramithai 5 месяцев назад

I have a 07 De Luxe and it is very low and i turn it Clockwise to make the absorbers short. Am I right? I just wanna it a little high to the ground... I turn 5 turns (clockwise) each side and seems nothing happened.....

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 5 месяцев назад

The adjustment has nothing to do with height and everything to do with soft to hard ride. If your bike is very low, it probably has a lowering kit. Depending on manufacturer, that allows height adjustment….Doc

@dramithai 5 месяцев назад

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidsonthanks !

@richardballew8958 3 года назад

My 2012 doesn't have that spot on the bolt for a 9/16" wrench. It has another 1 1/16" nut. Previous owner had it lowered 1" and was 6" shorter and 60#'s lighter. How do I adjust that?

@geoffreyjens238 5 лет назад

I have the '84 and would like to have seen a video with those. They have a different mount and remote fluid canisters. My fluid lines between the canisters and shocks are dry rotted. Can't find a replacement for those lines anywhere.

@1ityewilly 4 года назад

There are a several errors in this video that add to the confusion of shock adjustment. Softail shocks (pre M8) do not push, they pull. The change in the "shiny" part is not the shock changing length, it is the spring can changing position relative to the shock body when compressing the spring. You should really reshoot this video and either just explain how to adjust the preload without trying to explain how the shock assembly operates, or explain how the shock assembly operates correctly and show the preload adjustment.

@williamnelson4437 3 года назад

Ya this guy is usally right on but i think hes a little mixed up on the counter clockwise thing.

@mattduncan2581 2 года назад

Having the hardest time trying to figure witch way to go im confused and I've tried going clockwise all the way till the shiny shaft won't go in any more an then did 2 full turns counter clockwise and it didn't do anything my suspension is still spongey

@CarolinaLowrider Год назад

@FITNESSOVER45He said "On a Softail". Listen to what he is saying right before he says this!

@joalvarez6252 Год назад

Lol, he said "on a softail"

@Kebekwoodcraft7375 9 месяцев назад

⁠@FITNESSOVER45 he said on a softail 😊

@jimsullivan306 6 дней назад

I HAVE AN 89 SOFT TAIL DO THE SPINGS WEAR OUT?

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 6 дней назад

Yes…..Doc

@CapmLew 3 года назад

Thanks doc.

@richardvasconcellos7477 Год назад

Another thing is the tool to adjust is also the wrench to break it free

@ScorpAce613 3 года назад

Sorry, i have a question, i have a 2013 heritage softail and can not find an adjustment chart anywhere. I weigh about 280, any idea how much i should adjust mine?

@JoseSilva_ Год назад

Doc Harley Day.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Год назад

Really 🥰? I missed that on the calendar….Doc

@JoseSilva_ Год назад

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidsonThe cowboy. 😂

@Peakyblinders1970 2 года назад

Hello Doc I bought the 2016 Heritage Classic 103 cui I am 207 lbs I just had my first longer Ride in the Mountains around I find her very firm on the back Do you recomand the softest adjustment for my weight Or will she get lower if softer adjustment? It already scratches early with the harder adjustment Thank you and greetings from germany

@arthurcamacho3495 2 года назад

Question: (2016 Fatboy S) So in conclusion, if you want to carry more weight, you will need to lower the bike to increase the preload by turning counter clockwise and making the shock longer. Is there a way or shock system to increase preload to carry two people WITHOUT lowering the bike.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 года назад

I obviously have not explained this correctly. No way does lowering the back end increase payload....a Softtail shock adjusts oppisite from standard shocks. Many aftermarket shocks offer an external adjuster for preload....Doc

@renner8668 2 года назад

Just bought my first softail a 09 night train and the manual reads opposite of what you are saying, have i missed something ? By turning CCW that moves the adjuster towards the lock nut ? Wont making the shock longer lower the bike ?

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 года назад

Adjusting the Springs does not lower the bike. It does relieve or add tension to the suspension. The shock is designed backwards than shocks on other models....Doc

@TheFastingIndian 3 года назад

My Rear shock is leaking oil 2014 FLSTF.

@Justjack613 4 года назад

I have a 2000 Heritage Softail. I thought I understood the suspension. Now, I'm completely lost.

@warthog5562 3 года назад

I just bought a 08 softail custom and it sits about 1 inch too high for my stubby legs. Will adjusting the shocks lower the bike or do I need an actual lowering kit? Thank you.