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[johnchalker]

Has anyone got a solution to the problem I have.When I go over a bump or some thing similar it feelsas though the suspension has gone.I have checked the pressure and thats ok.

[Freja]

Pump it up..

[SERK3]

Yes, Mine does the same thing, I've had my 07 for 3 1/2 yrs., Have been up and down the scale on air pressure but still does it. I'm looking into several brands of rear shocks to try to stop that. The air shcks that come on these bikes are junk as far as i'm concerned.

[grc]

Has anyone got a solution to the problem I have.When I go over a bump or some thing similar it feelsas though the suspension has gone.I have checked the pressure and thats ok.

What pressure are you running?  If you follow the recommendations in the owner's manual, you may find that the shocks are bottoming out quite often; try increasing the pressure in 5 psi increments (don't exceed 50 psi) until you find a pressure that works for you.

If that doesn't help, it's probably time to think about throwing those shocks away and getting something better from the aftermarket.


Jerry

[johnchalker]

Hi Jerry
I am running according to the book.Shall I try increasing a bit.

[Talon]

New rear shocks, the stock air shocks suck!!

Craig

[Billy]

New shocks. I spent a year trying air pressure.Progressive 440s worked great and I know that others have tried different brands with good luck. Billy

[resqdoc]

I tried the 12" Progressive 440's and was as disappointed with them as the stock shocks  .  My wife refuses to ride on my SERK it's so rough. My friends Softtails and Dynas ride WAY smoother. When I get back from my current deployment, will replace these with a different shock. Look at Works, Progressives newer 940's. Air adjustable alternatives include Legends, Arnott.

[ironhorse432]

Just put a set of standard shock's on mine last week.Helped with same problem for me.Got a set of take off's from a new ultra.Length of shock make's the big diff.Short schock's suck.

[Black Diamond]

I've got the Works Street Trackers w/ BARS system for adjustment. I went with the 13" version vs the 12" which are OEM on my 08 SERK. This raised the rear by just under 1/2". These have been very good shocks and are extremely easy to adjust for two up / loaded for bear riding.

I had the Ricor Intiminators installed in the forks on my 02 SERK. All I can say is I am very impressed with the improvement this has made. Much less dive during breaking, handles expansion joints and the likes with ease, and she seems to track thru curves better. For a $150 gamble on something I did not think would make much difference, I must admit I was wrong. They are not Traxxion Dynamics but they also cost a great deal less.

I've been so impressed with the Ricor Intiminators, I ordered a set of the H. D. Touring rear shocks. Just like the Works folks, I had to give them a lot of details on my weight (OMG I weigh that much and am that short!!) style of riding, gear on board, etc. These are build to order so I do not have them yet but will post on them after I give a try. They are going to be mounted on the 02 SERK. She be equipped with a Ricor Suspension front and rear.

If anyone needs HD 12" air shocks, I've got two sets in the garage, let me know.

JW

[stutz76]

I've got the Works Street Trackers w/ BARS system for adjustment. I went with the 13" version vs the 12" which are OEM on my 08 SERK. This raised the rear by just under 1/2". These have been very good shocks and are extremely easy to adjust for two up / loaded for bear riding.

I had the Ricor Intiminators installed in the forks on my 02 SERK. All I can say is I am very impressed with the improvement this has made. Much less dive during breaking, handles expansion joints and the likes with ease, and she seems to track thru curves better. For a $150 gamble on something I did not think would make much difference, I must admit I was wrong. They are not Traxxion Dynamics but they also cost a great deal less.

I've been so impressed with the Ricor Intiminators, I ordered a set of the H. D. Touring rear shocks. Just like the Works folks, I had to give them a lot of details on my weight (OMG I weigh that much and am that short!!) style of riding, gear on board, etc. These are build to order so I do not have them yet but will post on them after I give a try. They are going to be mounted on the 02 SERK. She be equipped with a Ricor Suspension front and rear.

If anyone needs HD 12" air shocks, I've got two sets in the garage, let me know.

JW

Are you getting 13" or 12" ricor shocks for your 02 serk? I too have an 02 serk and thinking of getting the 13" instead of the 12".

[Black Diamond]

Are you getting 13" or 12" ricor shocks for your 02 serk? I too have an 02 serk and thinking of getting the 13" instead of the 12".

13"

[stutz76]

13"

Thanks!! Also do you do anything on the front end like raising it up or is it okay just to use the 13" without doing anything on the front. I already have the intiminator installed at the forks but wonder if I need to raise it by using the 13".

[Black Diamond]

Thanks!! Also do you do anything on the front end like raising it up or is it okay just to use the 13" without doing anything on the front. I already have the intiminator installed at the forks but wonder if I need to raise it by using the 13".

I put 13" Works Shocks on my 08 without changing the front end. No problems. The overall change was a little over 1/2". The front end is standard heights so it works great.

Just got back from N.C./Tenn area. The Ricor's arrived while I was gone. I'll install em and post a thread on em later.

JW

[stutz76]

I put 13" Works Shocks on my 08 without changing the front end. No problems. The overall change was a little over 1/2". The front end is standard heights so it works great.

Just got back from N.C./Tenn area. The Ricor's arrived while I was gone. I'll install em and post a thread on em later.

JW

Thanks again!!! I called ricor and ordered the shocks. Looking forward to your thread.