A $100 Harley Shock Hack DIY. The Best $100 I have Spent On My Bike

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A $100 Harley Touring Shock DIY. Best Harley budget touring Shock. This is the best thing I have done to my bike. DIY shock hack everyone should know about!
Monroe Air Shock Link P#MA-785. shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/m...
I am a motorcycle enthusiast that rides a 2016 Harley Davidson Road Glide Ultra. Just because I happen to ride a Harley Davidson, does not mean that I am brand specific. All motorcycle makes and models, are welcome here. My road glide is a stage 1 with a Screamin Eagle Pro Street Tuner.
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@steveneichele4662 17 күн бұрын

Thanks for posting, I got a pair in a damaged packaging ones on Amazon for like $75 total, and put them on my 2006 Sportster (with a few tweeks). Way happy at about 33# of pressure. Going to get some more.

@KrakensGarageandAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

That's wild! I've never ever heard of this before and I'm looking forward to your long term reviews. Happy Easter 🐣 to you and your family. Eric

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Now I know why she runs like a corvette!! 😂 I will definitely do a review down the road!! Thanks for stopping by!

@davemagee 2 жыл бұрын

Just Subscribed Brother I ride a 2015 RG looking forward to seeing all your videos. All the best from New Zealand 🇳🇿

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome. Thanks for the support!!

@ddhutton 10 ай бұрын

Another great option for you guys on the later model touring bikes with air is to find a pair of take-offs from a newer model. They are adjustable, cheap and work great. Best thing I ever did for my 2007 Ultra. There are a TON of BRAND NEW take-offs out there from guys upgrading to Legends or Ohlins, they bolt right up, no MODS. Just a tip from another Harley Guy on a budget!

@freebehindbars8654 2 ай бұрын

Work great compared to what you’re coming from, which was atrocious. First thing I changed was those “adjustable” HD shocks. You don’t have to spend what some of us do, get a set of Progressive 412’s for under $300 and it’s 100x’s better than what HD offers.

@carluscall9030 Жыл бұрын

So I added these along with a small compressor on my 2011 road glide. Today was my first chance to take it for a ride. It was absolutely wonderful. So much of a better ride

@RoadGlideGarage Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked them

@timdavis8154 2 жыл бұрын

Great info thanks.

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for stopping by!!

@GlidingOnTwos 2 жыл бұрын

Great hack! Money saver.

@Roy-ns1mc 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip and insights.I'll have to give them a try. Also something a bit more compact than the portable electric compressor, might be a bicycle hand pump, (I think you can get to about 80psi with the better ones), or a bike/motorcycle shock hand pump that go to like 250psi, but do it in a lot of small strokes, but should be fine for topping up suspension on the road. Also, I see Gabriel 49304 HiJackers are the same fitment but are a little different design.

@chrissutton2600 Жыл бұрын

Ran this set-up on 2 bikes now - 2010 UC and 2015 RG. Paid $75 for the shocks and $120 for a ViAir compressor which is stashed behind my right side cover. No ABS or security allows this location but can install on touring bag support rail too. Anyway, entire setup with a electropneumatic Firestone switch, relays cost me $300 for an amazing setup and fantastic ride.

@chrissparks3254 Жыл бұрын

That road you’re riding on reminds me of west texas and south east New Mexico

@Marksmisfitworld Жыл бұрын

Great thing to know, my Road Glide rides like crap. Previous owner replaced the stock air shocks with Burley lowering shocks. Hit a good size bump in the road and you feel it through your whole spine.

@petertaylor250 Жыл бұрын

I'd suggest you do a video showing the shocks on your bike, and how you set them up with the modifications needed, for those who are having a bit of trouble following what you're describing.... like me😂. But seriously, I've got an 09 RK and I was only wondering if there was a car shock that might fit.... me being a heavier type of fella.

@darrenbillesbach1980 2 жыл бұрын

So I went ahead and put these on my 2013 ElectraGlide. They are amazing. My stock shocks also stop holding air. I am totally satisfied. It only took about an hour to change out everything and get back on the road.

@RoadGlideGarage Жыл бұрын

Thanks for stopping by!!

@HDVIBE 2 жыл бұрын

I would have never have thought to put car shocks on my Harley. Sounds like good so far. Interested to see how it works long term. Ride safe 👊👍🇺🇸

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

I will definitely do a review down the road. Thanks for stopping by!

@henryjones4709 2 жыл бұрын

Super great info. I was in the market for some progressive 412 because I don’t want to spend a grand on shocks. I ride a 2017 road glide special and I do things on a budget also. I have put a few install videos on KZfaq channel also to help people out. I will definitely have to try this and I believe it will help me out because I’m a big guy also, 6’5 330 pounds. Thanks for the info and keep it up I’ll be tuned in.

@Jaxsondickslinger1 Жыл бұрын

Save your money to buy a better shock than the Progressive 412. They are junk. I put a set of HD 412"s on my '21 Road King, road to mts. and could not wait to get back and put the original's on even though they are crap but better than the Progressive. JMHO

@billyadkins1608 10 ай бұрын

My set is on the way. 2013 ultra classic. Sitting on the seat you can barely get the rears to move. Summit racing sells the kit for less than $75 plus shipping. Looking at trying the intimidators from dk customs in front forks. $199 plus fork oil. If it works a total suspension upgrade for around $300.

@Big88Country 3 ай бұрын

Walmart has these right now on line for 83 bucks for the pair!! Man, I am tempted!!!

@danielmizell2411 Ай бұрын

Would love to see pictures of how it's setup on the bike

@rhinohorn99 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Wonder if this would work on a tri glide? Thanks for sharing 👍

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

I honestly don’t know what they have for shocks.

@neildewitt2869 2 жыл бұрын

Helping to grow your channel! This is interesting! Thinking on this. I don't see why not. I think you hit on a good find! I have not hurt anyone doing this but willing to check it out! Thank you.

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support!!

@neildewitt2869 2 жыл бұрын

@@RoadGlideGarage thanks for some great idea's. I shared with frieds!

@billyadkins1608 10 ай бұрын

Just installed mine. Pretty easy install. Be careful and go slow opening up the top bushings. I used a half inch drill bit. Instead of cutting the lower part I went to tractor supply and bought 2 3inch 13 pitch half inch flanged bolts. Rides a lot better at about 70psi. Not for the front…

@bryanmontgomery4050 Жыл бұрын

1/2” drill bit through hole to clean it out, send it!

@bradlozano2571 2 жыл бұрын

👍Great idea....I am also a HD owner/rider on a budget also...Those roads your riding look familiar....I am from Fresno..

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

The Central Valley all looks the same. Lol. I am in Bakersfield

@bradlozano2571 2 жыл бұрын

@@RoadGlideGarage Especially out in Country/Farmlands

@aaronbrooks7106 2 жыл бұрын

Hey I just found your Chanel, really enjoyed the video. I have a road glide as well, 2012 to be honest, I am really interested in this, I am on a budget as well one thing I really have always thought was a great mod was a race the emulators and stiffer springs for the front, I don't run out and buy the newest bikes so I don't know the exact price but I think I did this mod for about $300? and it helps out so much on the front end.

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip. Always looking for reasonable fixes.

@ozielben5167 2 жыл бұрын

Can you do a more detailed video on the shock.. and installation on the bike

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

I will as soon as I can get to it. Might be a week or so

@peteralmasi3502 9 ай бұрын

How about early model road kings think it would fit?

@mikemyers8897 Ай бұрын

Don't kid yourself Legend shock on front and rear is a totally different riding experience. If you can afford it.

@cancelchannel3394 2 жыл бұрын

Great, unfortunately it doesn't work for me because I'm short, 26inch inseam, I have to go with Burly slammer shocks "/

@adventuresofmattyb1386 10 ай бұрын

Are you still using them what year is your Harley Davidson

@HDR20 2 жыл бұрын

This has been around for years. JnR air ride uses these shocks along with other air ride companies. I had the JnR system on my street glide for 3 years and when I traded that bike for my 2018 RGS I went with Legend Revo A. Once you get a great suspension there is no going back

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, but after 2014 it kind of was forgotten about. I just think everyone should know about it

@HDR20 2 жыл бұрын

@@RoadGlideGarage I wouldnt say after 2014. My sg was a 2016 a lot of guys around here were doing these shocks and air ride lol. ride safe

@jigsaw3334 9 ай бұрын

@@HDR20we get it. You’re all knowing about everything Harley. ….Let the man make his videos on his channel you self righteous muppet…

@jasonfitzpatrick1779 6 ай бұрын

Will they work on a 2020 road glide special I hate the o m shocks way to hard

@drumsforlife9474 Жыл бұрын

Do you have or is there and installation video on this? Thank you, great tip.. also I 5 5 so i but the lowering blocks in i hate them. If i install this would it be equivalent to dropping the bike 2"s? 😊

@adventuresofmattyb1386 10 ай бұрын

That’s what I want to know did you get them

@sidneydepina6896 3 ай бұрын

Yes I’m 5’7 and I can barely reach the floor, to the point that I haven’t ridden it cause I’m kind scared of dropping it! So does it or can it lower my street glide

@Snowmonkeypablo 5 ай бұрын

I have a 96 flhtc-i touring model,I dont here much on the front air systems ,I want to delete these ,have you heard anything about this ?

@smilysbable Жыл бұрын

Will they fit on a 2020 roadglide special ???

@rjoetting7594 Жыл бұрын

I would like to know if they will work on a 1992 Electra Glide Ultra Classic. If anyone knows I would appreciate the feed back? Thanks in advance. Great video.

@RoadGlideGarage Жыл бұрын

The should. But I would pull some measurements and make sure.

@AmberWhiskeyRGS Жыл бұрын

Wal-Mart / Amazon = $78.00 I have a 2015 RGS and needing rear shocks, sounds like a plan. Can you do a short video of your hose routing? I don't have air at this time. Or I can just full them independent UNLESS the air pressure migrates back and fourth, not sure. Thanks.

@Harley_Chaos 2 ай бұрын

You want them connected, or it will have to be exactly the same psi. it will make the bike try to twist if different pressures.

@rollinstone1969 2 жыл бұрын

Figures I just bought drag specialties for 300. 👍

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

That’s my luck also buddy

@whdbnrm3023 7 ай бұрын

Harleys air shocks suck. Corvette shocks is the only way to go. Get a on board compressor and your life will be complete. Thank you for the most important video on KZfaq. Your service to mankind is valuable beyond estimation. I had the Ryobi compressor, didn't last long. Harbor Freight has ultra small compressors.

@philipchan1101 2 жыл бұрын

do you think the ma785 would work for a 1985 evo electra glide flt?

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

You would have to verify measurements. I am not familiar with those shocks

@biglou7041 2 жыл бұрын

Great information. I may try this on my 15 Street Glide. Question, how tall are you and your approximate weight? This is so I'll know how much air to use.

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

I am 5’9” about 260 pounds.

@biglou7041 2 жыл бұрын

@@RoadGlideGarage Thanks. So you don't have a compressor or dump selonoid. You just have an air valve and add or release air like a car tire? Is this correct?

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Correct. I keep a handheld compressor in the saddle bag. I am going on 2 weeks of riding and have not added and air.

@BadGoat92 Жыл бұрын

Wow this is the exact info/diy hack ive been looking for. So in theory if the stock shocks are 13” you can run enough air in these MA785’s to get them to be 12”…so you get an inch lower seat height plus a better ride. Correct?

@adventuresofmattyb1386 10 ай бұрын

Did it work

@martinbryce9415 Жыл бұрын

I installed these on my 2016 Road Glide. I aired them up to about 40 psi. It road really hard. When I hit a rough spot, it hit really hard. Guess I have to play with the air pressure. You said you set yours to 50 psi?

@RoadGlideGarage Жыл бұрын

Way to low, With myself I ride at 65-70psi. With wife 80-85psi.

@MrDoyle07 6 ай бұрын

I would never recommend swedging the bolt holes on the shock mounts. Best to get the right drill and drill them out a wee bit. The rest of this is interesting as hell. Great do. It would have been good if you had done video of the modification process.

@isaacnewsome9174 2 жыл бұрын

If the shocks totally lose air will the tire rub the fender?

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it would rub.

@dawgofwar71 2 жыл бұрын

Do you think this would work on a evo ultra classic

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

I would measure the stock shock and compare to the Monroe. It should work when I think of my shock on my old evo.

@Jarvisbiker 2 жыл бұрын

Good info, thanks for the ride, just sub'd your channel.....................JB..

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for stopping by

@bryanmontgomery4050 Жыл бұрын

Viair compressor and a dump valve!!

@TheTc909 Жыл бұрын

Would these shocks fit my 2001 road king ?

@RoadGlideGarage Жыл бұрын

You would have to pull some bolt to bolt measurements. But I don’t think much has changed in that measurement

@adventuresofmattyb1386 10 ай бұрын

Did it work I’m wondering about a 2004 EG

@georgerojas6383 Жыл бұрын

Hey brother i love your videos i have 2019 Road glide ultra. By any chance do you think it might work for my bike?

@RoadGlideGarage Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I do believe it wilL work

@dawgofwar71 2 жыл бұрын

Amazon has them for $84 with a 4 year protection plan

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Just make sure it comes with the air fittings, and airline. If so, then that makes this $20 better!!!

@twincam_bam 2 жыл бұрын

Your near Bakersfield

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Yes sir.

@whatyoumakeofit6635 2 жыл бұрын

What year is your bike ?

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Mine is a 2016 RoadGlide ultra

@whatyoumakeofit6635 2 жыл бұрын

@@RoadGlideGarage thanks

@michaelscott2473 2 жыл бұрын

wonder if they'll fit on a 2021 roadglide

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

I would measure the shock and see. I don’t think anything changed on the shocks.

@wildchld- 2 жыл бұрын

Bro been running those shocks since 2014

@RoadGlideGarage 2 жыл бұрын

I have noticed many have. Must have been a lost thought. They are awesome though.

@wildchld- 2 жыл бұрын

@@RoadGlideGarage 2014 SGS 1st pair lasted almost 45,000 in Florida. Get yourself a GOOD handlebar control!!! 👍 oh and a gauge so you can play with the pressures as your riding.

@Jluck78 Жыл бұрын

I bought my first Harley a couple of years ago. I’ve been riding Japanese bikes for the past thirty years. The one thing that jumped out at me is how terrible the stock factory shocks were, pure junk. Harley should be embarrassed for putting this garbage on their bikes, the damping is non-existent. I bought a set of Ohlins 359’s it totally transformed the bike. The bike handles impressively well now, hi speed sweepers are fun. So much so that I am hitting the floor boards frequently. Do yourself a favour, throw the stock shocks in the garbage and buy a set of Ohlins or Legends (mine are rebound and pre-load adjustable, you don’t anymore adjustability than that). You’d be amazed how well a Harley can handle with better shocks - I was.