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[Elvis]

Which size do I buy if I want to retain the stock lowered look?

That was important to me too.  I went with the 12" length Progressives to keep the stock height and Standard Duty, not Heavy Duty, as I ride mainly solo, so didn't want ride too rough.  Worked out very well, much improved ride and handling over stock air shocks and bike retains slammed look of stock.

elvis

[starvin]

I have the 12"HD, ride two up most of the time. set at two turns from the softest there perfect. I think you can turn them about 8 turns firmer. at the softest setting we were bottoming out. I'm 210, wife is 110(+-30#).
ELVIS just noticed under your signature it says "honest honey it already comes with everything"....I wish i had a dime for every time those words were brought back up in my face ....I could buy lots more parts I don't need..

[BAKRDS]

Said this some place else but maybe worth repeating. I put on 12.5 in heavy dutys & am very happy with them. But, if I did it again I would try the standards. Weigh 250 & ride solo 99% of the time. I run mine on the softest setting & maybe could go softer if I had the option. They are an excellent investment, much improved ride & handleing.
  Jim

[110tHunDer]

WFP, I had no problems with MAW, either, but they have lost my future business, too, if they're messing with you.  Does this mean you don't have them for the trip to Maggie Valley?

[WFP]

WFP, I had no problems with MAW, either, but they have lost my future business, too, if they're messing with you.  Does this mean you don't have them for the trip to Maggie Valley?

Correct...I had placed the order in plenty of time for the trip, thinking hey, they are in stock, place the order on Tuesday, April 12, they will ship on the 13th.  Well my credit card hit on the 13th but by Tuesday April 19 They still did not ship.  Yesterday, there was a credit on my card so I am square financially.

I specifically asked about the in-stock status.  Most honest companies won't hit your credit card until an item ships.  So when I saw the charge, I thought it shipped.  I called Fri and Monday to check on status and they both times said to call back again.  When I found out on Tuesday they still had not shipped, I pulled the plug.

I have decided to load the bike in the truck so I may take the SED instead...still not sure!
/Bill

[Hotmetal2]

I'm gonna get my yellow bird next week. I weight 235 and my wife 150. Most of the time we ride together.
What would be the ideal progressive 440 that I could get?
Do you know where I can buy it in Canada (Quebec)?

[Twolanerider]

I'm gonna get my yellow bird next week. I weight 235 and my wife 150. Most of the time we ride together.
What would be the ideal progressive 440 that I could get?
Do you know where I can buy it in Canada (Quebec)?

I'd be really word about shocks with an eye toward separatism.  Get 'em from the states.
(ok, that was lame).

Based on my own experience with the shocks you might consider the 12.5" heavy duty units.  I love the ride and they'll handle the passenger load at only a moderate shock setting.

[nsrider]

Hotmetal2, I put the 12.5 on mine. I am heavier at 275 & wife is closer to 175. Only wish I had done it sooner. Find a local aftermarket shop to buy them through. Got mine for $550 cdn incl tax, dealer wanted over $600 before tax.

nsrider

[Hotmetal2]

Thanks for the information!!! [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]

[ridefar]

 [smiley=biggthumpup.gif]Just wanted to express my thanks to one and all for input on the 440 shocks. I'm glad there is a viable alternative to those stupid air shocks and thanks for steering me in the right direction. Wish I could buy you all a beer! [smiley=biggthumpup.gif]

[Twolanerider]

[smiley=biggthumpup.gif]Just wanted to express my thanks to one and all for input on the 440 shocks. I'm glad there is a viable alternative to those stupid air shocks and thanks for steering me in the right direction. Wish I could buy you all a beer! [smiley=biggthumpup.gif]

Come the The Valley tomorrow.  A bunch of us will drink your beer with great cheer  [smiley=beerchug.gif]

[hdnut]

Installed the 440's a couple of days ago,what a big difference!The ride is much better,I can't wait to take the wife out for a ride when the weather here in south east Wi. warms up. [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]

[hd-dude]

My 440's came in today. I will put them on tonight and ride tomorrow! I went with the 12" Heavy Duty.

[hd-dude]

Well the install was a piece of cake, took about 20 minutes. One important thing for those of you with the air shocks. Check your lines!!!. While removing mine I found the line going to the right shock was completely pinched by the fender strut cover. [smiley=thumbsdown.gif] I doubt that side had any air getting to it. That explains partly why the ride was so crummy. I'm looking forward to the new ride quality!!

[110tHunDer]

hd-dude, pinched line on the stock shocks or not, you'll be quite impressed with the 440's.  I have the 12" HD's also.  I weigh around 220.  It took about 3 turns before they started feeling "right" to me.  Try experimenting during your ride tomorrow to find the right adjustment for you.  They only take a minute or two to adjust and are responsive to as little as a 1/2 turn.

Enjoy! [smiley=beerchug.gif]