Front Fork Springs - Harley Forum

#1 11-11-2007, 01:12 PM

Time for front end springs. Nose is mushy. ANy recommendations for springs? Stock or possibly aftermarket? Whats the best choice? Thank. MIke

Frankie42 · #2 11-11-2007, 03:32 PM

I have brand new stock set off 07 FLHTCU, (never used) I had to lower my Scoot.
Any interest

#3 11-11-2007, 03:40 PM

Frankie....No good for me....have an old Dyna! Just curious....what did you put in your FL? HD or aftermarket?

Frankie42 · #4 11-11-2007, 08:46 PM

I replaced them with HD springs because at the same time the HD dealer installed lower profile rear shocks, before I took ownership of the 07 FLHTCU this year. I needed to lower the scoot both front and rear so this short guy could plant both feet flat on the ground.
Still have plenty of clearance and the ride is sweet.

#5 11-11-2007, 08:54 PM

Frankie..

I too face the vertical challenge. Im only 5'8" How'd that work out for ya? Looking to buy a new StreetGlide and thought about dropping the nose too.

repairguy · #6 11-18-2007, 08:10 PM

I have an 07 883L that I would like to improve the front springs on. They bottom out pretty fast going over RR tracks around my neck of the woods. Any suggestions??

#7 11-18-2007, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by repairguy

I have an 07 883L that I would like to improve the front springs on. They bottom out pretty fast going over RR tracks around my neck of the woods. Any suggestions??

Get some replacements from Progressive. They make all sizes and won't break the bank. You can spend more and get real fancy, but I think you will be happy with the Progressive units.

myt evo · #8 11-18-2007, 09:16 PM

Botz, I used progressive springs on my Dyna and they work great!

repairguy · #9 11-18-2007, 09:29 PM

Well, now I really am confused. I was looking at the J&P catalog at the springs you suggested. All I can find is OEM replacements. Wouldn't that just keep the front end as it is now? I would like to "stiffen-up" the front end some so the clunk goes away when I run over a crack in the road. (haha). Is there someplace else I can look for stiffer springs?

myt evo · #10 11-18-2007, 09:35 PM

Go to progresives web site and you'll see what i'm talking about.