I also have seen a better ride quality with this mod.. It is much easier to find your sweet spot.. than my previous shocks.(Progressive 440's) Setting the preload sux. With this mod, just a push of the button. In addition, I find that when aired up all the way, the slow speed maneuvering is much better,,, say when you're making a tight turn in the parking lot. The bike doesn't tend to fall into the turn as much. One of the best mods I've done on the bike.

 

SMC dump valve

This is the SMC dump valve and how I mounted it. Used existing holes under ABS manifold and used some sheet metal. Worked great.

 

Where did you get the valve from?

 

Amazon, but it came from hornblasters.com

 

OK while the bike is tore down for monotubes and some paint I might as well do the rear. Took forever to read 52 pages but all the answers are in there. Thanks

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SO, after sitting on this decision for a while I have decided to give this a shot... that being said, I'd like to install a pressure gauge and I found this one on Vtwin Goodies: http://vtwingoodies.com/hdf/pages/96fl_dashgauge_am.html. Anyone have any experience with it? looks like the install would be cake also.

 

viaire has the 2" either black or white ones for $16 on amazon 0-160psi

 

Does the tire bottom out on the fender when fully collapsed? I'm thinking so. Just weighing the options of loss of air pressure
Going down the road.


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Mine don't

mike
2011 FLTRU
Southaven Ms

 

Mine don't either..


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That's good enough for me thanks fellas.

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Yo Rufus, Q, Paul and anyone else that wants to chime in......I like this mod, lots of great info in this thread, so I'm planning to make it happen on my Sedona Orange in a couple of weeks. I'm looking for advice from those that have already Blazed the Trail and know it best. I plan to use the Gabriel shocks, anyone have a reason not to use Gabriels? Knowing what you know since installing your air ride mod, what would you do different than your original install? 1/4" air line vs 1/8" air lines.....what do you think? Given the choice to do and make this the best install ever, what would be your 1st choice for any of the parts? What parts would you stay away from? What did you like best about your install? What would you definitely not do again? What do you think about the remote system operation........useful, cool or not so useful and cool? Oh, and Q, does it have to be YELLOW to be Kewl? Rufus and I think Sedona Orange is Kewl too. lol.
I'm making my buy list tonight, plan to purchase via Amazon and/or Ebay.....Grainger maybe for the solenoid and fittings. Looking forward to all of your posts! feel free to PM me here or email too.....rpistokcha@yahoo.com.

Thanks in advance for any input.

 

I'll get back to you in the AM when I'm off work.
All my info (pictures,part numbers,etc......)is on my PC at home.

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Stick to the Gabriel's , I've got over 7000 miles on them now and no issues, go with the viair pump , keep it simple and cost effective. Stay away from the 1/4 lines IMO this system doesn't require that much volume, and my one regret is not buying the cvo lock switch


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I used the Monroe shocks. No problem at all with them 7k so far.. I have heard that the Gabriel brand works just as well. But I have no experience with them. Good luck.


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Here's my part list. A couple parts are extra. I install my mod with 1/8 OD tubing. Hope it helps.

1 x VIAIR 92 Viair 92C 12 Volt Air Compressor Kit
1 x1/8" NPT Schrader Valve
1 x"On/Off/On" Momentary Switch (25 amps)
4 x1/8" OD Prestolok Tube Union Tee
3 x1/8" OD Tube to 1/8" NPT Thread
2 x1/8" Tube to 1/8" NPT Prestolok Female Connector
1 x Airline Cutter (Small)
1 x 25FT of 1/8" Parflex DOT Air Brake Tubing
1 x Premair Valves Valve,Solenoid,1/8 In
1 pair Monroe Shocks 785
2 sets of Energy Suspension 9.9105G 4-Bar Bushings
1 x HD CVO switch (not needed if using another switch)
3 x 12 gauge wires (12 ft each) for pump, dump valve & CVO switch install.
Pack of male & female wire connectors.


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Q. I think that's the most comprehensive list I've seen to date. Thanks.


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Lundboy1, Q, Rufus........thanks for the information. I have enough to move ahead, release my order and get the mod completed with very few issues. Thanks a Again to each of you!

 

Might wanna break out the flooring tools before the goodies show up , happy wife , happy life !! Just sayin


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Hey Rod, sorry I'm kind of late on replying, but my list is pretty much like Q's. I purchased all the parts needed before hand and made sure I had everything before I started. I probably went thru the installation a hundred times in my head and even drew it out on paper. Everything went on without a hitch.

I posted some pics a few pages back on how I installed the air compressor and the solenoid.

 

Does anyone know what the fully compressed length is for these monroe shocks are? Im sure its been mentioned before but i really dont want to go through every post again if i dont have to.

 

14" fully inflated

 

What about fully deflated?

 

9 1/2" deflated

 

Thank you. From my understanding the tire wont rub when fully deflated?

 

If you don't have a lowering kit it won't.

 

Perfect thanks. Thats what i was wondering. I installed the shocks and located a spot to mount the compressor. im going to mount it upside down under the right side cover. Now im just waiting on the air fittings. Still need to figure out where im gonna put the switch though.

 

You don't want to do the CVO switch in the gauge bezel?

 

I kinda wanted to keep air hose and wires as short as possible. Im not going to run a gauge but i may end up going with the CVO switch if i cant come up with anything. I wound up hooking up one shock directly to the compressor to see what the compressor was capable of. Im very impressed by the compressors quiet operation. Im not in too much of a rush as the riding season is for the most part over with the freezing temps that arrived. I am however looking forward to the end result though

 

Hit up arnott they will sell you just a switch and a little backing plate. They have the little gauges too but you can't see them on the side. I don't use a gauge I go by feel also. Really any rocker switch would work anyway just make sure you run a relay so you don't burn up the switch.

 

Well i finally got mine installed today. I wound up mounting the compressor under the right side cover and the solenoid right behind it to keep everything as close as possible. thats the test fit but it worked out perfectly so it stayed there. I used two large stainless hose clamps to secure it. I didnt have much time after i finished the job to check for leaks cuz i needed to go to work. I was however brave enough to take it to work though. Once i get it dialed in i think i will really like this set up. I do have to locate a small air leak too cuz it will drop after about an hour or so of sitting. Ill hopefully get to that sometime this week

 

You'll enjoy the mod.


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Im thinkin so once i get a couple bugs worked out.