What to do about rear air shocks on a road King?
I think I need to hit it with the compressor to initially put a volume of air in so everything seals, like setting the bead on a tire, then finish it off with the pump. Does this sound right? I have checked all of the connections and they seem good and I can’t hear any air trying to leak but the pump only puts out a puff the size of a fly fart.
Why do you need air shocks on a Harley Davidson?
Adjustable air-shocks allow Harley owners to quickly and easily set the stiffness of the rear suspension. Shocks lacking sufficient air can bottom out; likewise, too much air will leave you bouncing in the saddle. Setting the proper pressure will improve the ride of your bike. This article applies to Harley Davidson Touring models.
How do you adjust the rear shock system?
To access the rear shock system Schrader valve, open the left side saddlebag. Similarly, the whole saddlebag can be removed if you are using a larger air pump. Check the air pressure in the shock system. If air adjustment is needed, first add 3-5 psi to the system before adding or removing any air.
What kind of air suspension does a Harley Davidson use?
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I think I need to hit it with the compressor to initially put a volume of air in so everything seals, like setting the bead on a tire, then finish it off with the pump. Does this sound right? I have checked all of the connections and they seem good and I can’t hear any air trying to leak but the pump only puts out a puff the size of a fly fart.
To access the rear shock system Schrader valve, open the left side saddlebag. Similarly, the whole saddlebag can be removed if you are using a larger air pump. Check the air pressure in the shock system. If air adjustment is needed, first add 3-5 psi to the system before adding or removing any air.
Adjustable air-shocks allow Harley owners to quickly and easily set the stiffness of the rear suspension. Shocks lacking sufficient air can bottom out; likewise, too much air will leave you bouncing in the saddle. Setting the proper pressure will improve the ride of your bike. This article applies to Harley Davidson Touring models.
What should air pressure be for rear air shocks?
I use a Air compressor but I crank the max pressure down to 25 psi so it will not blow the seals. A little soapy water and a few pumps found the leaky connection. The air line felt solid when I reinstalled it but it took a few tries to get it just right and stop the bubbles.
Why do you need shocks on a Harley Davidson?
The ability to vary air pressure allows the shocks to support everything from a relatively lightweight Road King with a solo rider to a fully loaded Ultra with a heavy rider and passenger aboard.
Can you add air to rear air shocks?
I’ve used the pump to add, or adjust air in the shocks before but adding, or dropping 5lbs here, or there is a lot different than starting from empty. I pumped that little pump 50 to a hundred times and never built any pressure on the gauge.
Are there any bikes that have air shocks?
None of the bikes out there that are noted for ride and handling (Ducatis, BMWs, etc.) have air shocks.
What does a king shock upgrade kit do?
King’s new line of Original equipment manufacturer, (OEM), shock upgrade kits provide a bolt on suspension system that elevates your on and off-road performance to unmatched levels. Each kit has been subjected to punishing real world testing to develop the optimal damping curves and spring rates for your vehicle.
What are features of King off road racing shocks?
Built with race winning design features our kits come complete and provide simple 100% bolt on installation with no cutting or welding done to your vehicle. Our front kits provide an adjustable ride height and up to a 25% increase in wheel travel. Rear kits typically allow a 15% travel increase.