The sick part of it is all these shocks are way overprice, you can buy good coilovers for a sports car, for all four corners for less than two on a harley
for the price of a harley they should already come with premium suspension.. you shouldn't have to dump another grand to get good front and rear suspension
I went with Progressive 944 on my 14 Limited, have kept them on my 17 SGS. Legends wasn't as mainstream when I upgraded. Love the ride of these shocks, it gives me a better footing at stops and while riding distance or digging into corners it feels alot more stable and tight. Both shocks are going to be 10x better than the stock ones.
Russ Wernimont shocks is another great option for a Bagger. They are the king in off road suspension. They now build shocks for Harley Davidson Motorcycles.
I just put Progressive HD 412's on my 94 Wide Glide. I'm 250 wife is 130. I have them on the 2nd setting. What an amazing difference then the old albeit worn out stock Harley shocks.
I put a Legends in my 22 Street Bob one season ago and it was definitely the best way to go since I already have a Bad Back . I could see the difference immediately from the stock one with 3500 miles. 👍
I have the Legends Revo (not Revo A) on my 2019 Road Glide Special, what a difference they made in the ride. Well worth the price. I discussed the difference between the Revo and the Revo A with the folks at Revzilla and they didn't think the rebound adjustment was really needed on a heavy touring bike. Going with the standard Revo saves about $200.00 and is a notable improvement over the stock Harley Shock.
Owning a Harley is a lot about customizing your ride. The stock suspension really isn’t bad especially for what it was made for. A lot of us are doing suspension b. You know what? You are absolutely correct. I’m not saying they need to have Ohlins like Ducati but damn it’s supposed to be know for it’s plush riding. INDIAN is the brand putting FOX from the factory. H-D wake up. I would change suspension because I want a performance bagger. And some are doing that but the factory suspension is a joke. What is it 2.5” of travel or something? Just poor for a 30 thousand dollar machine. I own one and love it but can see it’s shortcomings also at least for the price.
bobberguy1 I see your point but when it comes to Motorsports whether it’s Motorcycle, Cars, ATV etc.etc., each brand model has it price point and all the higher performance parts are going to cost more money. Bottom line, if you want the upgrades your going to pay.
2016 Road King. Put Revo A on the rear...love it! The very next week, put Axeo on the front (Sept 2019). Best money I have spent on this bike! Totally changes the ride. Can’t believe I road 20,000 miles without this upgrade. No more weaving around man hole covers...it’s like they are not there anymore. Also, cornering is much better. Hands down to Legend!
Appreciate the effort guys but you missed the mark by comparing a $679 Progressive 490 Shock to a $924 Legend Shock ($245 difference). Plus you have obvious bias toward the Legend Brand. Progressive offers additional premium shocks such as the 944 Series for $759, the 970 Series for $1200 and the 990 Series for around $1500. Not really an apples to apples comparison.
The 490 series is hands down the best shocks I have ever run on any bike I have ever had. I know guys that love their legend shocks, and some that absolutely hate their legend setups.
@@jonnymac8925 sounds like its su jective to me. All in riding style and preference. As I said before I have no personal experience with either. I see different people with their opinion on which is the best and actually know people who have used progressive systems and they swear by it. And then there are those who have used other systems that swear by those brands. Sounds to me like there are several good brands of suspensions.
What i want to know is why the hell are HD motorcycle shocks so dam expensive. I can buy 4 skunk or tokico struts with all the bells and whistles for virtually any import car. For 1000$. But I only get 2 on a motorcycle and thier the same in price or more.
@@clarkbabin9799 You are absolutely correct! Progressive, Legend, Fox, Ohlins, they all make premium shocks for HD. It all depends on how the person rides their bike. I have riden bikes with all of them except Fox shocks, so I can't speak on them. Progressive 490s and Legend Revo are very similar in many ways, except the legends are at the Ohlins price range. If I was to spend the extra couple hundred it would be for Ohlins because there isn't enough of a difference to even notice between Progressive and Legend for the average person that rides their bike hard. They all make a great product, it just depends on what someone wants to spend and what they expect to get out of it. I can tell you that a good suspension upgrade on a HD is easily the best and most noticeable upgrade that can be done and i suggest to everyone that reads this to do suspension before doing exhaust, intake and tuner. Everyone that has ever upgraded says the same thing "I should have done my suspension first" hahaha
Legend Revo-A is badass, but their Aero-A is better. Much easier to adjust for when you’re riding solo, with a passenger, with or without a tour pack, etc. Smoothest ride ever. And don’t forget the Axeos for the front. 👌🏽😎👍🏽
Like them both, but been leaning toward Legends shocks. Liked what Brian said, "Take them out for an hour, and if you don't like them will give your money back towards a different purchase." Lifetime warranty is great too. Initial cost up front, but never have to buy another shock again, which will be cheaper in the long run...if you keep your bike. Also great information on air shocks, and keeping it real too. Explaining how they where the top of the line back then. TJ, Steph, and Brian thanks for an awesome, and informative video. Really liked the light humor between TJ and Brian, and Steph commentary with light humor in the background was a bonus.
I put legend revo coil adjustable 724 . Saved the 200 . Shocks are still adjustable for rider and passenger . All are correct they should have a better shock for cost of bike . I have a 16 RG special . The legend have extended my ride time and made life so good on the bike now. Normal bumps are not even felt anymore . After checking with ohlins , progressive and legend and talking with techs at 3 dealerships and revzilla all recommended legend as best ride for my style . Couldn't be happier . 724 not cheap but by far my best upgrade ! Ride safe
A tasty recipe for a bagger suspension, from experience, on a 2012 FLTRU is.... REVO-A's on the rear, & RACETECH "Cartridge Emulators" up front. -No more "fairing dive", & "tight" in the corners. Been running the REVO-A's since they were 1st introduced at Sturgis, & haven't looked back.
I don’t argue that Legends are a great brand, however reaching out to them in SD for advice is like reaching out to a rock, crickets. So Progressive Heavy Duties it is.
Thanks guys, have been wondering about what to buy, guys like me, this will be one time buy, so I what to make my money go as far as I can, so the buy for me would be the legends shocks, even they may cost a lot, but down the road, it’s the Best Buy thanks guys, great video
Before you decide check out Pro Action. I almost bought the Ohlins but after talking to both at Sturgis it is hands down Pro Action. Made in USA. Twice the recommended miles before a rebuild is needed. The owner used to be Ohlins race tech at the track. He knows what makes a good shock. He installed and tuned them to me and my load befor I purchased. If you do like them he puts the originals back on and no charge. Love them. Oh and my Progressive were good at first and junk in 25,000 miles. Never again.
For both progressive and legend, How can you easily adjust the pre-load when need to increase it for heavyier load? Do you have to remove the saddlebag? Do you need a tool.
I just got the Legend Revo A for my 2016 CVO LIMITED. Night and day better than the air ride. My wife loves them. I've ridden on full out construction roads with humps and jumps. The only thing you feel is the front and the rear soaks it up. AWESOME RECOMMEND FULLY!!
Out of ALL the options you have on that bike, the BEST option you have is that sweet lady that sits behind you. I'm 70 and I know best. Take care of that option.
You got that link? Just got Progressive monotube cartridges for the fronts AND the 422s for the rear for $600 on Amazon. Vs $750 for JUST the fronts ('04 Softy) - just wondering if the Legends are really 2-3x the performance (front and rear) vs the Progressives?
I run progressive 490s and a adjustable monotube cartridge in front. I have riden bikes with both progressive and legend shocks, along with Ohlins. The Progressive 490s and Legend Revos are VERY similar, and if someone is saying they are "a huge upgrade" it is because someone gave them a set of shocks and some money to say so. They are both amazing shocks, but the price difference with very little if any performance difference does it for me. If I was going to spend the amount that the Legends cost, I would just go with Ohlins instead, since they are a better performing shock than both the Progressive and Legends, at the same price or close to it as the Legends. I think some people just ride the hype train when it comes to certain upgrades (tbars, seats, shocks). Don't get me wrong, the Legends are amazing but they aren't blowing their competition out of the water.
Russ weirnimont is another shock company not sure i spelled it correctly. Hes been building shocks for racing offroad and developed shocks for harleys.
My deal is I want the best suspension made, irregardless of how much, but I want to set the suspension, leave it alone, don’t touch it again, and just ride. I don’t want to keep adjusting it this way then that way, then back to this way. So is that Legends? Adam Sandoval is riding Legends on both his Road Glide & Indian Darkhorse I believe.
I have the air shocks on my 2016 RGultra , they are horrible. It seems like ever processeding year a better shock comes out. Whats the best one for 2022 , I need the upgrade bad lol . Thanks for sharing. Big Mex from central California
My Street Glide has the Legend Revo ARC Remote Reservoir shocks and their $1400.00 plus install but the best shock ever rode on. My custom built bike has Progressive adj coil overs and it's bad as around town and riding a few hrs straight. I haven't rode them any further. The money the Legend cost I'd only buy is riding for long rides like trips. I like the videos and you guys are badass..
Take a minute before you buy and go take a look at JRI Shocks. They are out of Mooresville NC. I have them on my Electra glide and I think they are amazing. They're also 100% American made. From what I'm seeing with the Legend shock, the JRI's have more adjustability. Thanks for taking the time to read this.
Tei G. Can i ask why? I have HD lowering air shocks and the ride is unacceptable. It al,oat wants to throw you off crossing rough road, bridge transitions, etc. it also wallows in corners. I dont expect an 800lb bike to ride like my Ohlins Ducati, but its also very difficult to find a real review on a Harley that talk about specifics with how they effect rebound, compression, stopping, accelerating, high-speed cornering, turn in and troubled pavement
@@wyomatt The ohlins just made by bike handle so much better. I feel the slightly longer shock in the rear really did a great job of making my bike more balanced. The next job is doing the front end.
I have there. shock and adjusting them isn't easy as adjusting the factory shocks. I have the 944s that came with the bike. 2014 Ultra limited. Im loving on offer for the factory ones. I switch back and forth with 1 and 2 up and don't like taking the bags off every time to change the set up. Good informative video.
I had Legends installed on my Harley tri gulid and it made so much of a better ride. The cost is going to be over a $1,000 with sales tax. And labor to install them and the set up took a little bit on and off the trike to get the preload set right $225. To install The trike road like shit beat you up all day and made me think about going back to my road king. My service man at our HD shop told me they be money well spent and he was right on. Best thing I put on my trike.
That was very helpful. I prefer old school self built Bikes instead of factory built. Ride Hard Bobber Chopper style I guess is how I would describe it. Light and Low. Loud and Proud.
With the Legend shock the eyelet (bolt hole) is a ball and it allows the shock to rotate/pivot. The progressive shock looks to be rigid which is typical of most shocks. Is this true?
My 2010 Road glide custom Progressives in the front 440 progressive coil overs rear .It really slinks the twisties However when I had the mono from and OEM air rear I think it maybe rode better. My wife’s 2017 RGS with 10,000 miles took it out one day horrible and I could not dial it in went and got her a set Of Legend Revo a’s really big dif, easy to dial in .Thanks for reviews for humans
Both Progressive & Legend shocks are better the OEM shocks but if you have a dresser the best are the Self leveling Wilberts from Germany. (preset with rider weigh and they self adjust to baggage & any extra added automaticly ) no manual or electrics needed.
I see a lot of comments for Öhlins....Of the Öhlins that are available for the FLTRXS which one would be the best without going to the piggyback version?
Ohlins Blackline HD-772. I am about to purchase these ones myself! It all depends on your weight and what you are looking to do. Call this guy, he is the man to talk to as well. www.motorcyclemetal.com/gpage32.html they are $900 on the Ohlins website and $760.75 through him! I hope this helps and is not too late. Let me know what you ended up doing or already did. Army all the way!
Jim D That guy is a complete asshole......full of himself and no customer support a year later. Anything goes wrong? It already your fault. I am a racers also and he is known as a dumb f.......in those circles.
TJ, are you and Steph going down to the HD World Record ride? If yes, are you planning to ride down from NWA or are you going to be in a different part of the country beforehand? Just wondering because I'd love to meet up and ride down with you guys if you are going. I'm in Bentonville.
This guy for Harley is good. Very knowledgeable unlike most dealers. I thought you live in Arkansas, why go up to Missouri? Are you by the MO border? Edit: new subscriber here 👊
Any updated reviews on these shocks?Leaning towards a set for my 17 RG Spl, that still has stock rear shocks. I have had back surgery and looking for a set of shocks that will allow me to ride all day again without the horrible jolt in bumps that the stock shocks cause. Thanks in advance.
I have progressive I believe their 444 I’m about 170lbs and if there is a dip in the road very jarring. I feel it all the way up my spine. Normal riding is fine but hit anything it’s like bouncing off the frame…2014 street glide s
I'm not sure why everyone prefers the new harley coils over the old air shocks I've ridden both and I like the air and absolutely hate the coils the coils are so freaking stiff and the air is much much smoother
If you get a chance please ask them if they’ve compared the difference between the REVO-A and the REVO ARC Remote Reservoir. I’ve been going back and forth between the two and wondering if the REVO ARC is worth the extra money.
My 2017 Ultra rides great. I have no idea why people spend that much on shocks. 15k so far. I’ve bought some go fast parts, my shocks are great. I ride daily. Of Course I don’t give a shit what people think
I am running FOX IFP-R's on my 19 SGS and they are as good or better than the Legend revo-a's for 2/3 the price. My buddy is running the revo-a's on his 17 SG and there is virtually no difference in the ride quality.
@@jimbeam4111 I went with the 12 inch HD's I am 5'10 and about 310lbs. I was afraid that with the std shocks I would be pushing it with 2 up. I have them set at about 1.5 (preload) and 2 clicks past 1/2 on the rebound and the ride is soft yet responsive and no bottoming out. Best money I have spent on any bike.
I’m running the Fox IFP-R’s as well and they are amazing. It really transformed my bike into now what feels like a Monoshock frame. I went with 13s as its what is needed IMO for these frames. Best money spent yet.
Nope...not if you ride. Ran them in racing so put them on the bike.....needed rebuild in less than 18 k...no help with parts other than one a hole that i wouldnt buy lawnmower tires from.
The only REAL choice is the Legend RevA. I was so impressed with them and my FXR that I put cartridges from legend in the front and now I have the best suspension and the best handling bike I've ever had.
I’m new to this and my m8 softail Fatboy transfers bumps to our teeth. They weren’t good with stock now they are horribly worse. I know it must be an adjustment. Sag… rebound etc. I have legends on front. Legend Air for the back. Harley installed. They left the front on zero. Back is supposed to be 3 rebound. I’m changing the 3 to 1 to see if it helps. I’ve watched every video I can find. So far I believe I need someone to measure sag with me and my wife on it.
Changed the sag today. Seemed like very little change from the top. Even had to add more air after my wife got on the back. Had a person measuring 3/4 - 1inch and found out it was at about 4 inch sag. Rode again afterwards and it was much much better. Wife was happy. I believe we might be able to get a little better. Rebound is at 3. Might change the 3 to something else and try. If the seat wasn’t such a pain to remove etc. I’m looking for an air gauge… I think that will help keep my correct sag. Much happier after actually using measuring tape. I want to be able to lower so short wife can get on and off then pop back up to correct location. Any suggestions? Thank you.
@@TheOrneryOne I bought legends front and back because of your videos by the way. :). I believe when everything is set right we will be thrilled. Thank you.
Does Denney’s recommend the 13” over the 12” for the sgs and rgs? Is there anything that needs to be done with the front end if the 13’s are installed?
I bought the basic Revo for my 13 Streeglide, great riding but there was a notch cut into the springs in the exact same spot. kind of bummed about that, u cant see it cause of the bags but still. I emailed Legend to try an find out if the cut notch is from there machines when making the shocks and is it normal. If i had seen the notch before i got my bike all apart on the jack i prob would of sent them back.
I've read about this complaint/concern elsewhere and it was discovered that the notch is not in the spring steel, it's in the powder coating only. The notch comes from the hanger hook that carries the spring through the powder-spraying booth during the coating process. There's no flaw in the spring itself.
That is to damn much money...if you can get a set of the progressive that someone took off...I would go that way. Hell everyone better have a tool kit with them with a flat head Sdriver. No is one of those companies want to give you a set to run and "test" then go for it. those prices ain't for no working stiff.
I put Progressive 944 on my 15 ultra cornering was great but way to stiff of a ride for comfort. Switched to Legends Revo-A's cornering is great and ride comfort is awesome. Wasted $700 plus on Progressive. I'm very happy with Legends.
Why is it that I can get shocks for my 3/4 ton truck for around $60 each, but for my H-D I have spend a damn fortune? Don’t they gouge us enough for the bikes?
The sick part of it is all these shocks are way overprice, you can buy good coilovers for a sports car, for all four corners for less than two on a harley
The price difference is because they manufacture way more car parts than motorcycle parts....
I'm saying. 😒
for the price of a harley they should already come with premium suspension.. you shouldn't have to dump another grand to get good front and rear suspension
True ducati come with ohlins. And ohlins are currently the best as its currently doing the best in moto gp
I agree, but depending on how you ride you’ll need to change out all Oem shocks.
Don't buy a Harley then and just stfu.
@@petitflocon647 someone is triggered why so angry because you dumped thousands into a overpriced bike
Agree!
I went with Progressive 944 on my 14 Limited, have kept them on my 17 SGS. Legends wasn't as mainstream when I upgraded. Love the ride of these shocks, it gives me a better footing at stops and while riding distance or digging into corners it feels alot more stable and tight. Both shocks are going to be 10x better than the stock ones.
Russ Wernimont shocks is another great option for a Bagger. They are the king in off road suspension. They now build shocks for Harley Davidson Motorcycles.
Legend's for sure! Best thing I've ever done to my bike
I’m running the Legend Revo-A in the rear and the AXEO in the front. I couldn’t be happier.
I have the same set up on my RG and Legends installed them! The ride and the handling is spot on!!!
Same here. Amazing stuff 👍🏻
EmeraldCityCarpenter that’s what I run as well on a 2015 road glide big upgrade from stock👍👍👍
@@brianhile1380
I looking at doing the same to mine. Is it really worth the money? I like asking people who use or have tried stuff like this.
@@BlueCollarGovernment I would definitely do it again. I can really see the difference in the handling through the corners.
I just put Progressive HD 412's on my 94 Wide Glide. I'm 250 wife is 130. I have them on the 2nd setting. What an amazing difference then the old albeit worn out stock Harley shocks.
Thanks for the education, I'm currently in the same situation and really appreciate y'all taking the time to explain.
I put a Legends in my 22 Street Bob one season ago and it was definitely the best way to go since I already have a Bad Back . I could see the difference immediately from the stock one with 3500 miles. 👍
I have the Legends Revo (not Revo A) on my 2019 Road Glide Special, what a difference they made in the ride. Well worth the price. I discussed the difference between the Revo and the Revo A with the folks at Revzilla and they didn't think the rebound adjustment was really needed on a heavy touring bike. Going with the standard Revo saves about $200.00 and is a notable improvement over the stock Harley Shock.
That’s what I did too
Customer shouldn't pay 25-30k for a bike and immediately spend 1k for shocks.
bobberguy1
customer shouldnt pay 25-30k for a bike
most don't and the ones for 25-30k have excellent shocks
Owning a Harley is a lot about customizing your ride. The stock suspension really isn’t bad especially for what it was made for. A lot of us are doing suspension b. You know what? You are absolutely correct. I’m not saying they need to have Ohlins like Ducati but damn it’s supposed to be know for it’s plush riding. INDIAN is the brand putting FOX from the factory. H-D wake up. I would change suspension because I want a performance bagger. And some are doing that but the factory suspension is a joke. What is it 2.5” of travel or something? Just poor for a 30 thousand dollar machine. I own one and love it but can see it’s shortcomings also at least for the price.
I agree, they made a deal with Brembo for brakes and they need to make a deal with Legend for suspension.
bobberguy1 I see your point but when it comes to Motorsports whether it’s Motorcycle, Cars, ATV etc.etc., each brand model has it price point and all the higher performance parts are going to cost more money. Bottom line, if you want the upgrades your going to pay.
I’ve had Legend Revo A’s for 2 years and love them!!
Very impressed with the 412 Series Progressive rear coil overs we installed on 2021 RGS #performancebaggin build!
I have the Legend Revo A in the rear and the Legend Axeo inserts for up front. I love them!!!!
2016 Road King. Put Revo A on the rear...love it! The very next week, put Axeo on the front (Sept 2019). Best money I have spent on this bike! Totally changes the ride. Can’t believe I road 20,000 miles without this upgrade. No more weaving around man hole covers...it’s like they are not there anymore. Also, cornering is much better. Hands down to Legend!
Appreciate the effort guys but you missed the mark by comparing a $679 Progressive 490 Shock to a $924 Legend Shock ($245 difference). Plus you have obvious bias toward the Legend Brand. Progressive offers additional premium shocks such as the 944 Series for $759, the 970 Series for $1200 and the 990 Series for around $1500. Not really an apples to apples comparison.
No bias here since I've got no personal experience with either. I believe its subjective myself.
The 490 series is hands down the best shocks I have ever run on any bike I have ever had. I know guys that love their legend shocks, and some that absolutely hate their legend setups.
@@jonnymac8925 sounds like its su jective to me. All in riding style and preference. As I said before I have no personal experience with either. I see different people with their opinion on which is the best and actually know people who have used progressive systems and they swear by it. And then there are those who have used other systems that swear by those brands. Sounds to me like there are several good brands of suspensions.
What i want to know is why the hell are HD motorcycle shocks so dam expensive. I can buy 4 skunk or tokico struts with all the bells and whistles for virtually any import car. For 1000$. But I only get 2 on a motorcycle and thier the same in price or more.
@@clarkbabin9799 You are absolutely correct! Progressive, Legend, Fox, Ohlins, they all make premium shocks for HD. It all depends on how the person rides their bike. I have riden bikes with all of them except Fox shocks, so I can't speak on them. Progressive 490s and Legend Revo are very similar in many ways, except the legends are at the Ohlins price range. If I was to spend the extra couple hundred it would be for Ohlins because there isn't enough of a difference to even notice between Progressive and Legend for the average person that rides their bike hard. They all make a great product, it just depends on what someone wants to spend and what they expect to get out of it. I can tell you that a good suspension upgrade on a HD is easily the best and most noticeable upgrade that can be done and i suggest to everyone that reads this to do suspension before doing exhaust, intake and tuner. Everyone that has ever upgraded says the same thing "I should have done my suspension first" hahaha
I put a set of REVO-A on my street bob and it's the best shock I've ever had, they are great shocks.
Legend Revo-A is badass, but their Aero-A is better. Much easier to adjust for when you’re riding solo, with a passenger, with or without a tour pack, etc. Smoothest ride ever. And don’t forget the Axeos for the front. 👌🏽😎👍🏽
Like them both, but been leaning toward Legends shocks. Liked what Brian said, "Take them out for an hour, and if you don't like them will give your money back towards a different purchase." Lifetime warranty is great too. Initial cost up front, but never have to buy another shock again, which will be cheaper in the long run...if you keep your bike.
Also great information on air shocks, and keeping it real too. Explaining how they where the top of the line back then. TJ, Steph, and Brian thanks for an awesome, and informative video. Really liked the light humor between TJ and Brian, and Steph commentary with light humor in the background was a bonus.
I put legend revo coil adjustable 724 . Saved the 200 . Shocks are still adjustable for rider and passenger . All are correct they should have a better shock for cost of bike . I have a 16 RG special . The legend have extended my ride time and made life so good on the bike now. Normal bumps are not even felt anymore . After checking with ohlins , progressive and legend and talking with techs at 3 dealerships and revzilla all recommended legend as best ride for my style . Couldn't be happier . 724 not cheap but by far my best upgrade ! Ride safe
It would be nice to see force vs absolute velocity dyno graphs on these shocks.
A tasty recipe for a bagger suspension, from experience, on a 2012 FLTRU is.... REVO-A's on the rear, & RACETECH "Cartridge Emulators" up front. -No more "fairing dive", & "tight" in the corners. Been running the REVO-A's since they were 1st introduced at Sturgis, & haven't looked back.
I don’t argue that Legends are a great brand, however reaching out to them in SD for advice is like reaching out to a rock, crickets.
So Progressive Heavy Duties it is.
Thanks guys, have been wondering about what to buy, guys like me, this will be one time buy, so I what to make my money go as far as I can, so the buy for me would be the legends shocks, even they may cost a lot, but down the road, it’s the Best Buy thanks guys, great video
Before you decide check out Pro Action. I almost bought the Ohlins but after talking to both at Sturgis it is hands down Pro Action. Made in USA. Twice the recommended miles before a rebuild is needed. The owner used to be Ohlins race tech at the track. He knows what makes a good shock. He installed and tuned them to me and my load befor I purchased. If you do like them he puts the originals back on and no charge. Love them. Oh and my Progressive were good at first and junk in 25,000 miles. Never again.
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I put the Legend Revo A on mine early this year and love them! Wish I'd done it sooner.
Ohlins is the ABSOLUTE best. I've tried them ALL and I got the Ohlins HD159's and they smoke the others!!!!
The 159 are for the King and Glides, what's available for the Dyna?
of course they smoke all other, if the price of the öhlins dont smoke you or your wallet your a very happy man👍🏻
For both progressive and legend, How can you easily adjust the pre-load when need to increase it for heavyier load? Do you have to remove the saddlebag? Do you need a tool.
I just got the Legend Revo A for my 2016 CVO LIMITED. Night and day better than the air ride. My wife loves them. I've ridden on full out construction roads with humps and jumps. The only thing you feel is the front and the rear soaks it up. AWESOME RECOMMEND FULLY!!
Out of ALL the options you have on that bike, the BEST option you have is that sweet lady that sits behind you. I'm 70 and I know best. Take care of that option.
Thank you for the ideas.
Another utuber had progressive shocks and changed to legend shocks. He said there was no comparison. The legends were superior.
You got that link? Just got Progressive monotube cartridges for the fronts AND the 422s for the rear for $600 on Amazon. Vs $750 for JUST the fronts ('04 Softy) - just wondering if the Legends are really 2-3x the performance (front and rear) vs the Progressives?
I run progressive 490s and a adjustable monotube cartridge in front. I have riden bikes with both progressive and legend shocks, along with Ohlins. The Progressive 490s and Legend Revos are VERY similar, and if someone is saying they are "a huge upgrade" it is because someone gave them a set of shocks and some money to say so. They are both amazing shocks, but the price difference with very little if any performance difference does it for me. If I was going to spend the amount that the Legends cost, I would just go with Ohlins instead, since they are a better performing shock than both the Progressive and Legends, at the same price or close to it as the Legends. I think some people just ride the hype train when it comes to certain upgrades (tbars, seats, shocks). Don't get me wrong, the Legends are amazing but they aren't blowing their competition out of the water.
Russ weirnimont is another shock company not sure i spelled it correctly. Hes been building shocks for racing offroad and developed shocks for harleys.
I got Legends. DREAM RIDE....
I just bought the Revo A’s for my 2021 love them
I have just the Revo and it's a huge difference over the stock air ride. Especially when you picked them up for over $100 off.
I went with Shotgun Shock’s for my HD Air Ride love it!!
The ORNERY ONE you, Brian and Hannah was having a great time Brother, damn I left Denny's to soon yesterday, keep rockin Brother 💯
Purchased Legend Revo A shocks for my 2019 HD SGS. The ride is day and night from the stock HD adjustable shocks. Ride is notably smoother.
My deal is I want the best suspension made, irregardless of how much, but I want to set the suspension, leave it alone, don’t touch it again, and just ride. I don’t want to keep adjusting it this way then that way, then back to this way. So is that Legends? Adam Sandoval is riding Legends on both his Road Glide & Indian Darkhorse I believe.
Wilbur shocks self adjusting
I have the air shocks on my 2016 RGultra , they are horrible. It seems like ever processeding year a better shock comes out. Whats the best one for 2022 , I need the upgrade bad lol . Thanks for sharing. Big Mex from central California
You can’t talk about shocks and at least not bring up Ohlins..... just my opinion 🤷♂️
Joseph Galligher 🤘
Or RWDs
$1000 shocks? I hope the have gold nuggets inside of them
My Street Glide has the
Legend Revo ARC Remote Reservoir shocks and their $1400.00 plus install but the best shock ever rode on. My custom built bike has Progressive adj coil overs and it's bad as around town and riding a few hrs straight. I haven't rode them any further. The money the Legend cost I'd only buy is riding for long rides like trips. I like the videos and you guys are badass..
Take a minute before you buy and go take a look at JRI Shocks. They are out of Mooresville NC. I have them on my Electra glide and I think they are amazing. They're also 100% American made. From what I'm seeing with the Legend shock, the JRI's have more adjustability. Thanks for taking the time to read this.
I put burly slammer plus shocks on my '19 RGS. It made a world of difference.
The ending was glorious lol
For the price, they better be freakin magic. This is nothing but an ad for Legends.
I suggest Ohlins also.
Tei G. Can i ask why? I have HD lowering air shocks and the ride is unacceptable. It al,oat wants to throw you off crossing rough road, bridge transitions, etc. it also wallows in corners. I dont expect an 800lb bike to ride like my Ohlins Ducati, but its also very difficult to find a real review on a Harley that talk about specifics with how they effect rebound, compression, stopping, accelerating, high-speed cornering, turn in and troubled pavement
@@wyomatt The ohlins just made by bike handle so much better. I feel the slightly longer shock in the rear really did a great job of making my bike more balanced. The next job is doing the front end.
I have there. shock and adjusting them isn't easy as adjusting the factory shocks. I have the 944s that came with the bike. 2014 Ultra limited. Im loving on offer for the factory ones. I switch back and forth with 1 and 2 up and don't like taking the bags off every time to change the set up. Good informative video.
Very helpful info thx for sharing.
I have been looking into upgrading the shocks and fork set up on my bike in the near future. Been thing about both Progressive and Legend
I had Legends installed on my Harley tri gulid and it made so much of a better ride. The cost is going to be over a $1,000 with sales tax. And labor to install them and the set up took a little bit on and off the trike to get the preload set right $225. To install
The trike road like shit beat you up all day and made me think about going back to my road king. My service man at our HD shop told me they be money well spent and he was right on. Best thing I put on my trike.
Russ Wernimont Designs RS-1. Excellent product and worth every penny.
ran progressive 944s on my rd king but legends are the only way to go after my tour pac gets here for my 21 special suspension will bw next
Sweet!!! We freakin love Legends but the people are outstanding & such a great group of riders themselves!!!
Great video and thanks for informing. Became a subscriber. Looking forward to more.
Hooorah
That was very helpful. I prefer old school self built Bikes instead of factory built. Ride Hard Bobber Chopper style I guess is how I would describe it. Light and Low. Loud and Proud.
With the Legend shock the eyelet (bolt hole) is a ball and it allows the shock to rotate/pivot. The progressive shock looks to be rigid which is typical of most shocks. Is this true?
My 2010 Road glide custom Progressives in the front 440 progressive coil overs rear .It really slinks the twisties
However when I had the mono from and OEM air rear I think it maybe rode better.
My wife’s 2017 RGS with 10,000 miles took it out one day horrible and I could not dial it in went and got her a set
Of Legend Revo a’s really big dif, easy to dial in .Thanks for reviews for humans
I have an ultra. Limited 2021 I tiptoe on it too short of legs what shocks do you recommend to put on the lower it a good inch
Both Progressive & Legend shocks are better the OEM shocks but if you have a dresser the best are the Self leveling Wilberts from Germany. (preset with rider weigh and they self adjust to baggage & any extra added automaticly ) no manual or electrics needed.
I see a lot of comments for Öhlins....Of the Öhlins that are available for the FLTRXS which one would be the best without going to the piggyback version?
Ohlins Blackline HD-772. I am about to purchase these ones myself! It all depends on your weight and what you are looking to do. Call this guy, he is the man to talk to as well. www.motorcyclemetal.com/gpage32.html they are $900 on the Ohlins website and $760.75 through him! I hope this helps and is not too late. Let me know what you ended up doing or already did. Army all the way!
Jim D That guy is a complete asshole......full of himself and no customer support a year later. Anything goes wrong? It already your fault. I am a racers also and he is known as a dumb f.......in those circles.
What do you think of the ohlins HD-044?
TJ, are you and Steph going down to the HD World Record ride? If yes, are you planning to ride down from NWA or are you going to be in a different part of the country beforehand? Just wondering because I'd love to meet up and ride down with you guys if you are going. I'm in Bentonville.
This guy for Harley is good. Very knowledgeable unlike most dealers. I thought you live in Arkansas, why go up to Missouri? Are you by the MO border?
Edit: new subscriber here 👊
Any updated reviews on these shocks?Leaning towards a set for my 17 RG Spl, that still has stock rear shocks. I have had back surgery and looking for a set of shocks that will allow me to ride all day again without the horrible jolt in bumps that the stock shocks cause.
Thanks in advance.
See a comparison chart of shocks at this link- www.dkcustomproducts.com/overview-of-performance-rear-shocks-71.htm
Interesting video, I am looking for new rear suspension for my bike. Cool video, big like 👍.
I have progressive I believe their 444 I’m about 170lbs and if there is a dip in the road very jarring. I feel it all the way up my spine. Normal riding is fine but hit anything it’s like bouncing off the frame…2014 street glide s
The dial is just for rebound, correct?
I'm not sure why everyone prefers the new harley coils over the old air shocks I've ridden both and I like the air and absolutely hate the coils the coils are so freaking stiff and the air is much much smoother
Legend also has an air shock Aero-A-FLH. What is your opinion of those shocks?
I just picked up an 18 RGS with the same setup, can't say enough about Legends,
I’ve never thought much of Progressive to be on the same level as Legend. Can Legend compete with Ohlins?
Ohlins is the best. Used both of these and sold them for ohlins. Best money I've spent on my sg
Nice video bra!
great video of explaining the shocks
If you get a chance please ask them if they’ve compared the difference between the REVO-A and the REVO ARC Remote Reservoir. I’ve been going back and forth between the two and wondering if the REVO ARC is worth the extra money.
Cool video. Why do motorcycle shocks cost so much more than comparable truck/car shocks? Or are they not really comparable?
I think it's the amount produced is so much less than the application for cars and trucks.
You should check out fox!
Which ever shocks, your getting the biggest discount on.
Once I started playing with the factory shocks on my 17 RGU, not sure I’d change.
My 2017 Ultra rides great. I have no idea why people spend that much on shocks. 15k so far. I’ve bought some go fast parts, my shocks are great. I ride daily. Of Course I don’t give a shit what people think
Legends all the way and swap the front with legends Axeo! Best money on my 15 SG!
Currently running 444 on my WG, too firm for my 85 kg frame.
Would not get them again and at $1100 Aud I expected a much better shock.
I have hyrneated disks in my lower back how would the legends benefit me
I am running FOX IFP-R's on my 19 SGS and they are as good or better than the Legend revo-a's for 2/3 the price. My buddy is running the revo-a's on his 17 SG and there is virtually no difference in the ride quality.
BigCheez I was thinking of getting the foxes for my rgs. Did you get the 13 inch or stay with the 12’s?
@@jimbeam4111 I went with the 12 inch HD's I am 5'10 and about 310lbs. I was afraid that with the std shocks I would be pushing it with 2 up. I have them set at about 1.5 (preload) and 2 clicks past 1/2 on the rebound and the ride is soft yet responsive and no bottoming out. Best money I have spent on any bike.
BigCheez thanks.
Laidlaw did a comparison between Fox and Legend. Said they were pretty close. I think they said the Fox was a bit stiffer for smaller bumps
I’m running the Fox IFP-R’s as well and they are amazing. It really transformed my bike into now what feels like a Monoshock frame. I went with 13s as its what is needed IMO for these frames. Best money spent yet.
Best suspension? OHLINS brah!
1000% agree
Nope...not if you ride. Ran them in racing so put them on the bike.....needed rebuild in less than 18 k...no help with parts other than one a hole that i wouldnt buy lawnmower tires from.
Naw, RWDs
My Bike had Progressives on it when I bought it, so I can only compare them to stock ride.
Great info.
The only REAL choice is the Legend RevA. I was so impressed with them and my FXR that I put cartridges from legend in the front and now I have the best suspension and the best handling bike I've ever had.
I’m new to this and my m8 softail Fatboy transfers bumps to our teeth. They weren’t good with stock now they are horribly worse. I know it must be an adjustment. Sag… rebound etc. I have legends on front. Legend Air for the back. Harley installed. They left the front on zero. Back is supposed to be 3 rebound. I’m changing the 3 to 1 to see if it helps. I’ve watched every video I can find. So far I believe I need someone to measure sag with me and my wife on it.
Yes that is correct... you need to get the correct measurement & set the sag with you both on it.
Changed the sag today. Seemed like very little change from the top. Even had to add more air after my wife got on the back. Had a person measuring 3/4 - 1inch and found out it was at about 4 inch sag. Rode again afterwards and it was much much better. Wife was happy. I believe we might be able to get a little better. Rebound is at 3. Might change the 3 to something else and try. If the seat wasn’t such a pain to remove etc. I’m looking for an air gauge… I think that will help keep my correct sag. Much happier after actually using measuring tape. I want to be able to lower so short wife can get on and off then pop back up to correct location. Any suggestions? Thank you.
@@TheOrneryOne I bought legends front and back because of your videos by the way. :). I believe when everything is set right we will be thrilled. Thank you.
Adam Sandoval has legends on his and says he loves them
He probably did not pay for those
Does Denney’s recommend the 13” over the 12” for the sgs and rgs? Is there anything that needs to be done with the front end if the 13’s are installed?
13"
If you have enough inseam, don't even think about 12" for the late model SG or RG
I bought the basic Revo for my 13 Streeglide, great riding but there was a notch cut into the springs in the exact same spot. kind of bummed about that, u cant see it cause of the bags but still. I emailed Legend to try an find out if the cut notch is from there machines when making the shocks and is it normal. If i had seen the notch before i got my bike all apart on the jack i prob would of sent them back.
Really?!? That is crazy. I would like to hear what happens!! Keep me posted.
I've read about this complaint/concern elsewhere and it was discovered that the notch is not in the spring steel, it's in the powder coating only. The notch comes from the hanger hook that carries the spring through the powder-spraying booth during the coating process. There's no flaw in the spring itself.
I hate the springs on my Street Glide. Liked the air ride on my road king better.
That is to damn much money...if you can get a set of the progressive that someone took off...I would go that way. Hell everyone better have a tool kit with them with a flat head Sdriver. No is one of those companies want to give you a set to run and "test" then go for it. those prices ain't for no working stiff.
Which one is best.... FOX
I put Progressive 944 on my 15 ultra cornering was great but way to stiff of a ride for comfort. Switched to Legends Revo-A's cornering is great and ride comfort is awesome. Wasted $700 plus on Progressive. I'm very happy with Legends.
Also have the 944's,not real happy with them...switching to revo a's
Why is it that I can get shocks for my 3/4 ton truck for around $60 each, but for my H-D I have spend a damn fortune? Don’t they gouge us enough for the bikes?
Awesome thanks for sharing love to know about shocks thanks 😍😍👍👍🇳🇿🇳🇿
Revo A comes in a 12" or 13" The 13" adds a half inch to the seat but adds 1" more travel