I will be putting the front progressive springs on my 06' R3. Do I need the front spring compressor tool part #T3880067 (t-handle looking) to install the new springs? Do the spacer in the forks come out and stay out, or are they reused? Are the new springs longer? Can it all be done from the top...
Gday guys
aint been on in an age, had to give the misses the boot :D and not been doing much since then other than sorting my **** out ;).
So now that there is some extra money around - not much but some, I'm looking to replace the rear shocks on my 2011 R3R . I regularly country ride in WA...
Noticed a wee bit of an oil leak from one of my 440s at Maggie Valley anyhoo called them and they sent me an RMA# all I needed was the original receipt(which I have) and send them back to them.
I have had them for six years and they cost me 384.00 back in the day:D glad I did not go with the...
Have installed progressive fork springs and replaced fork oil with 15w on my 09 Touring.
Huge difference to handling :D front feels much more planted and stable under load and you seem to glide over bumps much more. All in all a worthwhile mod for not too much outlay.
Now for the Hagon...
Hi all. I just ordered standard Progressive 440's (12.5") for the rear and the Progressive fork kit for up front. I'm going to leave replacement of the front shocks to the shop that is replacing my tires because I don't have the necessary equipment. But I would like to do the rear shocks...
Recently purchase a set of "pre owned" 440 HD's and installed today on my 06 R3 Classic. After the install and short ride, I have the following comments/observations:
1. Install goes very easy. I used stock length (12.5") instead of going up or down.
2. Adjustment of pre-load is a pain...
FYI-Cli-MAX has a decent price ($213.90, free shipping) on Progressive 412 rear shocks for anyone who wants to upgrade but doesn't have the bucks for the 440 or any of the other more expensive (and presumably much better) options.
Progressive 412 Series HD Cruiser Shock | Cli-MAXRidingGear.com...
Motorcycle Accessory Warehouse has them in the black HD for $421.79, and 457.30 for chrome. That is the cheapest I have seen anywhere. Just thought I would pass it along.
Part number 440-4233B/C for the black
Part number 440-42333c for the chrome
Here is a link, price for them is way down...
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I am ungrding my front springs and rear shocks to progressive 440 on rear and progressive springs in the front forks. Can someone advise me on whats the best grade and make of oil to use in the front forks.
Cheers
Barry
Hey guys, my bike is apart getting everything powdercoated, the wheels are off and the forks are apart-- so I was thinking I should do some upgrades while the bike is in pieces!!
I'd love to do some real fine tuning to the suspension -- So I was thinking
Progressive
440 Series HD 13" to raise...
Hi all, was all set to do my Progressive fork spring install today. There was a really nice tutorial on the .com site (which is still down). Does anybody have a copy of that procedure on their computer they could send to me ? I have the special tools (on loan, thanks Navigator) but would feel...
Hey guys, I just went to the Progressive Suspension Website for Rocket III Shocks. Under their Wanted Section at the bottom of the page, they list the R3T and the Roadster along with other Triumph Bikes. It says you get your shocks free for letting them use your bike. You can't beat that with...
Hello all, I am looking to upgrade the rear suspension on my 08 R3T. I have been looking for a set of air shocks as I like the easy adjustability of them. On the Progressive Suspension website, the fitment guide for the Rocket is nearly identical to the fitment guide for the Valkyrie. So...
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Irvine, Calif. (December 10, 2010) Advanstar Communications is pleased to announce the return of Triumph Motorcycles to the Progressive International Motorcycle Shows nationwide series. The...
I broke down and sent the standard 440's back to Summit Racing and decided not only to go with heavy duty, but changed to 418's due to the damper adjust ability.
I did as much research as I could from their website but would rather hear from someone who has tried them on an R3.
I liked the...
Promised I would write something on the standard 440's after the trip to Ocean City. I opted for the standard 440's rather than the Heavy Duty versions and they aren't for everyone. For my purpose's they will work just fine, I wanted something softer for riding one up and for better weight...
About to install progressive fork springs, obviously don't have the Triumph special tool to compress the shim. I made the keeper out of sheet steel, so I have that part ready to go.
Does anyone have a better idea than 1/4 drive extensions inserted into the shim holes as a substitute for the...