Best Harley Davidson Shocks Upgrade - Russ Wernimont Designs - RWD
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ส.ค. 2024
- The air shocks on my 2013 Street Glide just weren't cuttin' it. The ride needed to be smoother and I wanted more fine tuning adjustability.
I chose Russ Wernimont Designs RS-1 Shocks. His piggy-back reservoir shocks are premium-grade with excellent valving features for an optimum ride. And I trust his over 30 years of suspension experience.
The RS-1 Shocks greatly smoothed out the ride and made the Street Glide easier to handle in turns. And riding 2-up was a huge improvement also.
You can buy your RS-1 shocks for $979.99 at:
www.russwernimont.com
dragspecialties.com
Also check them out on Instagram at #russwernimontdesigns - บันเทิง
I don't know why, but the sticker on the reservoir being upside down after being installed drives me NUTS!! I know ya can't see it after the bags are on and I'm sure these shocks fit quite a few different bikes, but it's just one of those OCD things I guess
I replaced my stock 2019 Electra Glide Standard shocks with the RMD's. What an amazing difference!! Been riding 54 years and this is one of the most dramatic upgrades ever. Standard has only 1.5" total travel of which .0" (yes, 0) goes to no-load sag and .5" goes to rider sitting sag. So you have only 1" travel for a hit and only .5" (with no dampening) for a dip before bottoming. Could never find a compromise. Used 13" instead of 12" RMD shocks and gained another inch + they suggested and I used .5" no load sag and 1" rider load sag. So now I have 1.5" for dips and 1.5" for hits with dampening in both directions. In Florida with drainage gutters at every road juncture, I no longer have to cringe to take the double hit; on the high speed Interstates, the bike is stable and I don't even flinch anymore when I have to hit either cracks, raised concrete/asphalt edges or debris. Absolutely amazing--you are correct!
I had been thinking about getting a set of these RWDs for my 2014 Limited. After watching your video I decided to order a set. I installed them last night. You're right on the money! These are a huge upgrade!
Wow that was probably the best tutorial/explanation I’ve seen. Thanks for doing such a thorough review
Riverside represent! Just sold my 14 streetbob with RWD shocks. Loved them. Now I'm slapping them on my 2015 Road Glide.
Put my RS1'S on my 2020 Streetglide yesterday. Couldn't be happier, go see Russ he will hook you up!!
My 2015 limited stock shocks were not making the grade. After a lengthy research decided on the RS-1 shock 13" from RWD. I was a moron for waiting so long. Don't trade your bike in trade your shocks in. Like a different machine, rides better then the 2020 I have ridden on demo rides. Rode some roads in FL that would have jacked my spine but not an issue on the RS-1. I am not going to tell you that they disappeared but they no longer jarred me or my wife. She absolutely loves them. The front shocks are C##p in comparison, not going to wait, going to update my front shocks ASAP.
Watched your video and bought 'em...thanks...appreciate the info.
Your review is 100% spot on! First and foremost, those shocks really show how crappy the front suspension is and I changed my RGS forks out to cartridges the very next day. My RS-1’s ride so plush, but when driven out of a full speed corner, they squat and track to perfection! I now have 15,000 miles of shear comfort and performance on these phenomenal shocks!
Great feedback.
TheMarkMillerGroup what cartridge system did you use?
svo68 I would have gone with the RWD fronts...but they were not available, so I installed the Legend Axeo’s. Huge difference.
Thanks for the info!!
Very helpful video. You gotta replace those saddlebag pins before one of your bags go sliding by you.
Very impressed with the 412 Series Progressive rear coil overs we installed on 2021 RGS #performancebaggin build!!!
Looks like you're having fun w that bagger!! Maybe vid those long runs so we can see your journey.
Thanks for the video, I just ordered a pair of these for my Road KIng. I can't wait to get them on and go for a ride. I was curious how that bracket mounted to push the reservoir in, you show it clearly.
Nice vídeo brother i'Love this bike I'love thanks very thanks vídeo God bless your family .
Same shocks I have on my bagger and I’m really enjoying them. Just remember you may need to dial them up when 2 up.
by dial them up, do you mean the preload (sag)?
Bob Pavlin turn of the dial can be by graph or by feel. It is individual by weight. Very good ride
I have these but they seem to be a bit too soft. I have the springs about an 1 3/4 turn up and they are ok now but still soft. I’m only 200 lbs and my wife is 125 so we’re under the weight for both. I’ve even turned the red knob because the black knob wasn’t doing anything.
How come you did not use the O-Rings that are supplied with shocks? Supposed to put one on top outside and one on bottom outside (both sides) between spacer and shock.
What are your thoughts on upgrading front end?
Hello Sir, I’m in the market for rear shocks, I can’t make up my mind. I’ve researching the following, RWD, legends, fox, Ohlins.
What made you pick RWD?
Thanks
Fred
You should consider testing those shocks where I live in Pa. You'll lose a few fillings in your teeth here. Thanks for sharing, definitely interested.
Just a quick note, the spring weights you have in the video are not what's listed on the RWD website. They have the following: STANDARD - Solo Rider 299 lbs or less / 2UP 350 or less
HEAVY DUTY - Solo Rider 300 lbs or more / 2UP 351 or more.
I love your Harley bobber red
I miss her. Sold it
for peg scratching canyon rides or 100 mph+ high ride, would you recommend Legends or RWD? I have Dyna '17 Low Rider S Thank you
You can't really do better than RWD.
Are these 13” or 14” shocks. Thanks
Do you have a video of high speed and low speed adjusters?
I have a 2019 Hd CVO Street Glide. Looking to change the stock rear shocks to either these or was looking at the Ohlins. Which do you recommend? Leaning towards these.
I guess HD is thinking you didn't pay enough, *($40K+), to expect adequate suspension. At least the paint looks nice!
I’ll wait for the first genius that tells you that they’re upside down 😂😂😂
Not for this model of Harley
Bro I hate the 91 in riverside....and the 215 the other way blows too.
What front springs are you gonna use??
II have a set of Progressive Suspension Monotubes sitting on the shelf waiting
What can be done about that awful front end though? I’m worried the only way to fix my 2018 is to trade for something better. I’ll wait to see what you do though! I can’t wait to see all the ideas you have for this build.
Davy Pig supposedly rwd has front cartridges too.
It'll be a good surprise. RWD fork kits are 2014 and up I believe. They even recommend Progressives Monotube kit for my 2013.
Glad they hide behind the bags tho. It don't look right that way round 😂
What did you do to improve the front suspension?
I have installed a Progressive Suspension monotube kit. Haven’t tested it yet
@@MOTOPILOT6 RWD is developing a front end suspension for 49mm forks .. be ready to jump on the prerelease announcement.
You do realize that just turning the spring does nothing right? You need to adjust the collar up as you first mentioned. Also, to set proper sag, measure straight up off the axle to a frame point. not the spring length.
Unfortunately there is no front shock they offer to pair so you have to go with RWD for the rear then hunt for a new front shock. for me this would be a pass, I am planning to upgrade but i will go with a brand that offer both front and rear
Rwd makes front cartridges they are just out right now and not marketing them
Just bought a new moto T, can u sign it brother it be under Dion Medlen from Australia 🇦🇺 cheers mate
Thank you, Dion. Unfortunately they ship directly from the printer. MP
MOTO PILOT thanks anyway mate.
Did u finish building street fighter? Can I star watching?
The build is back in action. Go check it out
bom .
Hate to burst the bubble but these are NOT made in the USA. They are assembled in the USA...big difference and the company shouldn't false advertise the MADE IN USA.
OK Howard
Best upgrade for a HD suspension is to trade that bike in for an Indian motorcycle with Fox hydraulic monoshock as standard equipment!
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Extremely funny when HD owner talks about ride quality and shocks tunning. Sorry, I love HDs, but if I would be looking for any kind of quality ... well, I wouldn`t be looking HDs.
It no different than switching out the shocks on my Chevy truck, Razor, etc etc. as H-D would have to charge $50k for the touring bikes if they upgraded to all performance parts.