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By Weston Chadwick - December 29, 2015 This article applies to the Harley Davidson Softail. Shock absorbers dampen the movement that occurs as your motorcycle travels over bumpy roads. They contain oil and/or air that is compressed, which cushions and absorbs the movement.
Winamp 5 Base Skin. Having an adjustable shock is very beneficial to the rider, as compression and rebound can be set to perform optimally on any road surface. Shock absorbers loose their dampening ability over time once the fluid mixes with dirt and breaks down due to temperature changes. Table of Contents • • How to Install Shocks.
Materials Needed • Motorcycle jack • Ratchet strap • Floor jack • 3/4' wrench • 3/4' socket with breaker bar (optional) • Basic socket set with ratchet (6mm-14mm) • Torx socket set • Heat gun • Zip ties This guide is based on the Shotgun air ride shock installation for non-ABS equipped Softails. If your using a non-air ride shock, your instructions will not include steps for wiring and compressor installation. Step 1 – Jack it up Slide the jack underneath the frame towards the front. Remember that there's always a chance of failure when using a hydraulic jack.
Use a mechanical jack or add a jack stand for safety. Strap your Softail to the jack to keep it from falling. Place a floor jack beneath the rear tire.
You'll need to lower and raise it to gain access to the shocks. Jacking up and strapping a Softail. Using a mechanical jack.