Installing 14" ProAction shocks and lift kit with trike body removed

[GoSlo]

GoSlo was wondering what you did with the body you took off without doing any damage to it, maybe you can say how it was done or maybe Kevin will chime in since he took off his body on his 2014 or anybody that has done this, guess I could have started a new thread on this but thought I would ask here, also I enjoyed the pics and the write up

All for now Trampas

After all the bolts were out, we lifted the body from underneath the toupak and the fenders, with most of the weight being held under the tourpak so as not to put much pressure on the fenders. I had two chaise lounge pads that were spaced apart so the fenders did not hit the ground and they were plenty long enough. They provided a totally flat cushioned surface so there was no chance of scratches or twisting.

As to what might be the correct or preferred way to hold the body, I can’t say for sure. Maybe from the front and rear with the trunk open? Kind of a long reach though.

[PosseRider]

Kevin, really appreciate your comments and suggestions. I changed the clicker from 4 to 3 and also checked my rear tire pressure (25) and lowered them to 22. That helped but still not the smooth ride I was expecting. Wednesday I’m going to change the clicker to 2 and see what that does. I haven’t lost or gained any weight and only ride solo , so no differences there. The numbers written on the box are exactly what you wrote: 7 3/4, 7 13/16, 3 clicks. Anyway, I’m hoping this fixes it and I know they’ll work because everyone that has them, loves how much smoother the ride is.

Thanks again!

Quick ? Riding single or 2 up with the setting at 2

[DK Custom Products]

GoSlo was wondering what you did with the body you took off without doing any damage to it, maybe you can say how it was done or maybe Kevin will chime in since he took off his body on his 2014 or anybody that has done this, guess I could have started a new thread on this but thought I would ask here, also I enjoyed the pics and the write up

All for now Trampas

Sounds like the way GoSlo did it was really good. It's just 4 bolts in the trunk, 1 on either side, underneath the side panels, and then disconnect all the wires between the front of the Tour-Pak and behind the seat. We lifted mine up and carried it over to a couple of saw horses that had a moving blanket on them. Also, emptied everything out of the Tour-Pak first to lighten the weight.

Since I have mud flaps, I could not set it on the floor or any pads.

OK, last post from me on this subject. Changed the clicker from wherever it was set at (3, maybe 4) to 2. Double checked that it's set at 2 and went for a ride.

Whooohooo, what a huge improvement!!!!

Now the shocks are matching what I've read about and was hoping for. I can't even describe the difference from what I was feeling when the clicker was set higher to now. It's true, the little road imperfections and bumps disappear. Not really sure how that clicker works or what exactly it does, but it's amazing what one tiny change can make. Not even going to bother with the adjustment on the top part of the shock.

Thanks to everyone that offered up ideas and comments on this thread. And a big thank you to DK for offering such a great product and then supporting it until you're happy!

Quick ? Riding single or 2 up with the setting at 2

PosseRider...your advice was dead-on. For most, setting the clicker at 3 gives the best ride....but not always.

Kevin

[DK Custom Products]

Wrong thread.

[GoSlo]

Quick ? Riding single or 2 up with the setting at 2

Ride single 99.9% of the time.

[GoSlo]

Sounds like the way GoSlo did it was really good. It's just 4 bolts in the trunk, 1 on either side, underneath the side panels, and then disconnect all the wires between the front of the Tour-Pak and behind the seat. We lifted mine up and carried it over to a couple of saw horses that had a moving blanket on them. Also, emptied everything out of the Tour-Pak first to lighten the weight.

Since I have mud flaps, I could not set it on the floor or any pads.

PosseRider...your advice was dead-on. For most, setting the clicker at 3 gives the best ride....but not always.

Kevin

Kevin, I’m curious about you saying some set the shocks differently (2 on one side and 3 on the other). I’m curious to know if there is a preferred side to make firmer (or softer) and why?

[DK Custom Products]

Kevin, I’m curious about you saying some set the shocks differently (2 on one side and 3 on the other). I’m curious to know if there is a preferred side to make firmer (or softer) and why?

We don't have any data, and there are two theories-

1. It does not make a difference which side. Since the swing arm is solid, both shocks are connected and work as one.

2. It does make a difference, and the softer side should be the side of the road (usually the right side) that has more imperfections in it. Even though the swingarm is solid, it is rubber mounted, and there is some flex in it, plus one can compress while the other rebounds.

Again, we do not have any data to back up one theory over the other. We do have some folks that feel it is more comfortable with one of the shocks at 3 and the other at 2.

I've tried it myself, and for mine and Mary's weight, the roads we ride, etc. we find that both set at 3 is the most comfortable.

All that said, it is not unusual for me to set the shocks up with different preload on the springs...all depends on the bike and the weight. When I do that, it does not matter which side either of the shocks are mounted on.

Kevin