Psi for shocks

[slaw32]

I know I've seen a thread or two talking about air pressure. Got tires figured out . don't remember good starting point , pressure wise , for one up and two up riding on rear shocks . any suggestions will be appreciated .*

 

[Recycledteen]

I'm thinking there is a sticker on the inside of the cover where the air valve is. Mine is usually at 20-23 for me.

 

[Sully]

I pump mine up to 21 and allow 1 psi to drain while I remove the pump which should leave me at 20 psi. That works for me, but maybe not for others :Shrug:

 

[slaw32]

Are these pressures for solo or two up riding . would like to get recommendations for each .

 

[Zammy]

Tri glide

Solo- 20-23 depending on what else I'm carrying

2up- between 33 and 43 depending on if we're packed for a trip. Most of the time for day rides we're at 33-35, that's with a total of about 320 # with the Misses and I.

 

[topsgt75]

On my Freewheeler I usually run 25-30 psi solo, and 35-40 psi two-up.

 

[screwball]

I run 35psi in both my Freewheeler and her Tri-Glide. Seems to produce the best ride without bottoming out. Rear tires 25psi, front 35psi.

Try a pressure, go up or down 2psi. Usually you will hit the 'sweet spot' Do shocks, front and rear separately. Have fun, that is what motorcycles are all about

 

[Sunman]

There is a table in the owner's manual that lists PSI ranges for solo and 2-up. I started with those and adjusted up and down until I found what I like. I weigh 185 lbs. and solo I ride with 18 to 20 psi. When riding 2-up I usually have 40 to 45 psi and max it out to 50 psi when 2-up and loaded for a trip.

Sunman

 

[haute pursuit]

I ordered a Progressive 60lb gauge/pump that was delivered yesterday. The rear suspension on my new Free came with 10lbs of air. It was a rough ride, to say the least. I pumped it up to 22lbs and it was night and day difference this morning. Going to fool around with different pressures until I find out what feels best. Unfortunately the pressure release button on the new pump isn't functioning. Going to play around with it at different pressures to see if it is just stuck before I send it back.

Now on to tires. Back tires came at 22lb, but front was at 25lb. I think the steering will improve as I get more air in the front. I left my old compressor at our previous house when we moved. Headed to the hardware store for a new guage and quick connect for my little pancake compressor. Trying to get everything dialed in for the good weather we are supposed to have over the next week.

 

[rodekyll]

I installed a small, 12v compressor into my air suspension. Yes, I used a relay. I can toggle two pre-sets from the dash, and override with another auto/off/manual toggle. Control is via a manifold with three adjustable pressure switches (lo, hi, and absolute max) and a manually-operated purge valve. Manifold pressure is held with a one-way valve in the supply line, and I have a pressure gauge on the dash. The setup made it easy to dial in the sweet spots and make incidental adjustments if needed. My low preset is currently 32# for light riding and 60# for full battle mode. Trike is 1120# curb weight and north of 1600# fully loaded. YMMV.

 

[kuri]

I keep mine topped up at 50 'cause I'm a fat bastard, haha

 

[foundryratjim]

I weigh 300 naked and run 22 to 23 psi

 

[haute pursuit]

I keep mine topped up at 50 'cause I'm a fat bastard, haha

Thats about what I normally run after a Deluxe Mexican dinner...

 

[kuri]

I weigh 300 naked and run 22 to 23 psi

Thanks for that mental image. Now I gotta go get that out of my head. :laugh:

 

[rhino 2]

With my Tri-Glide and me a stealth 202 and solo i use 35+- in the shocks. When i go under 35 and hit a Jersey pot-hole' The kind that you can hide Jimmy Hoffa in' The shocks will bottom out with a good hard rap!

Just to add you should be using a no-loss air pump.... And if you decide to beed any air out , Before you do so, pump in 4 or 5 pounds to clear the air lines of shock oil....

 

[Jack Klarich]

10lbs solo up to 50 max with passenger and gear
Stamped inside trunk
ft tire 36 rears @ 26 ride safe

 

[HDB0B]

Like Rhino 2 said ... MUST use a zero-loss hand pump for your shocks.

There is very little air behind the oil and a small loss of air equates to a large poundage drop.

A total improvement can be had by replacing the top fill line with a much longer coil .... which will increase the volume of air.

For those of you on the heavy side .... you can swap out the shock oil for a heavier weight. This will slow the rate of compression and rebound.

Bob

 

[gerald martin]

Shocks

If you re replacing the hock oil why weight oil do you use and how much

 

[DK Custom Products]

I installed a small, 12v compressor into my air suspension. Yes, I used a relay. I can toggle two pre-sets from the dash, and override with another auto/off/manual toggle. Control is via a manifold with three adjustable pressure switches (lo, hi, and absolute max) and a manually-operated purge valve. Manifold pressure is held with a one-way valve in the supply line, and I have a pressure gauge on the dash. The setup made it easy to dial in the sweet spots and make incidental adjustments if needed. My low preset is currently 32# for light riding and 60# for full battle mode. Trike is 1120# curb weight and north of 1600# fully loaded. YMMV.

I made the same thing, for the same reason...to be able to easily find the sweet spot no matter road conditions or load. See it HERE.

I run anywhere from 20 psi, to 50 psi, depending on conditions.

I also run 22 psi in the rear tires...amazingly better ride than running the 26 psi in them.

Kevin

 

[HDB0B]

If you re replacing the hock oil why weight oil do you use and how much

http://www.hdforums.com/forum/touring-models/758628-rear-air-shock-oil-change.html

Bob