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[knobbs]

What air pressure are you running in the rear shocks. I used to run 12 psi in my 06 Electra Glide Classic. Whe I checked my 09 ultra it was at 30. Is that normal for a SE.

[Fired00d]

Depends on the size of rider, if you're riding solo or two up. The manual has a starting point for average weight rider and BSR combination you can use as a starting point. I would recommend starting there and adjusting to your comfort.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[9 1/2 Beers]

Nice bike

I run 40 psi, mostly 2 up....

thinking of 45 psi on a long trip , 2 up and the weight of luggage

Marty

[Diamondback]

 


I agree!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Ultrafun]

Knobbs,

I was suprised to when I saw 50 psi on the 09's, vice the 15 max on my old 00 and 05.  My guess, smaller pistions, therefore higher pressure.  The higher pressure creates a better seal with the o-rings (more extrusion in the gap) and will hopefully be more reliable than presvios.  Both my old 00 and 05 had the shocks replaced because they leaked and I ran 12 psi.  I'm only 180 lbs so that shouldn't have been an issue.

I will say that this 09 frame and suspension givce a super ride - better than any of the other HD's I've had.

Ride Safe.

Ultrafun   

[Diamondback]

 

[1abastarsmda]

I've been running mine at 42 psi.  I'd like to run them at 40 psi, but it seems that no matter what you put in there, they seem to leak a slight bit, so by the time I get around to checking them again, I'm riding with them at around 38 to 40 psi.  I usually keep a good supply of gear for all weather in my bags, plus much more when I travel.  I should probably run it a little lower when I'm not on a trip, but then I like to be ready to take off and go.  You never know when you'll get that urge to jump on the bike and just not come back for a while.

[cyril]

I like 30psi in my 08 SEEG my weight 220lbs