2007 R3 Classic Shocks

Scottf83

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Hi all

Hoping a sympathetic soul will help me out as I'm getting myself very confused searching the internet for a clear answer

I'm looking to upgrade the stock front and rear suspension on my 2007 R3 Classic but am very new to replacing stock parts

Searching around, I think the 412 Progressive rear shocks would fit but then people start talking about different 4xx versions, using different lengths than stock, different brands, etc etc

Not looking to spend a huge amount of money. I'm not a rider pushing things to the limit, just want a comfortable, sure ride with some new chrome shocks not rusted like my current ones are

Thank you
 
Don't waist your money on the 412. Most who tried them hated them. Go with the the 444 or the 430. Not cheap, but worth every penny. Some go taller at 13 inches, some go shorter at 12 inches. If your stock length of 12.5 is good for you, I recommend keeping it. For the front get a set of Progressive front springs and change the fork oil to 7,5 weight. This does make a big improvement.
 
I have the 412's on my cb650sc nighthawk and they are awesome but that's a 400 lb motorcycle. They would be terrible on a rocket.
444 seem to be perfect range.
 
Thanks all for the replies.

So there's a UK distributor who sells it as "Progressive Suspension 430 Aftermarket Shocks for Harley-Davidson Motorcycles"

But if they're 12.5", they'd fit like for like, right?

They also offer Heavy Duty. Is this recommended for the weight of an R3 Classic?

Thanks again
 
12 or 12.5 either is fine. Both will fit with no real consequence unless you ride your rocket competitively.
 
Shocks settup for harley will not fit without an eyelet change which is easy. I do not recommend heavy duty unless youre heavy duty when you roll out. They will be sprung heavy, too heavy more than likely.
 
Kevin frazier said:
Shocks settup for harley will not fit without an eyelet change which is easy. I do not recommend heavy duty unless youre heavy duty when you roll out. They will be sprung heavy, too heavy more than likely.
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All of the progressive shocks skits come with a bag of all the various sleeves for all makes and models basically.
 
Found a pair of 430 and 444 with £100 difference between the two. Come with different eyelet fittings and both 12.5".

Now just a decision on how much I want to treat myself
 
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