Absolutely the best suspension/shocks you could put on a Harley Triglide. I truly truly love them might’ve been on for about six months and what a difference it has made in my bike or my trier.
Agreed! Although I have not tried any other shocks to compare these too,but now I don’t need to because I am totally satisfied with the ride. I put them on and felt they were too soft so I took them off and adjusted them to be a bit more rigid/harder. Later I felt they were still too soft, and took them off again and adjusted them. That time to perfection. I have been riding for many many years. Before I put the shocks on, I was seriously considering selling the motorcycle and just getting out of motorcycle riding. I am glad I didn’t now.
@@windsurfed1 How come you took them back off 2 times, they say you can reach the set screw and turn the adjuster to turn up or down for adjustment. Was it hard to see and do is why you took them off 2 times, I'm interested in them myself for my 2018, already have the lift kit but air shocks on mine suck, I'm running around 20 lbs of air with 21 lbs in rear tires, I'm not interested getting them and then have to take them off again like you did, I will just keep my air shocks and suffer with the ride, the roads I drive are to bad but there are roads I want to travel and I don't because of my back. hope you see this and maybe explain why you took them off 2 times to adjust
Congratulations on a job well executed and my particular respect for the excellent camera work and subsequent editing, all conducted to professional standards and made this video a "must watch" for anyone tackling this task on a Triglide. Thank you.
Believe it or not, I have went in there and taken those shocks off two more times to fine-tune the adjustment to my liking. It was time-consuming and a little bit irritating. But I got the shocks dialed in perfect and they are wonderful. At first they were too soft. Then I adjusted them. Then I took them off because they were still too soft and adjusted them and put them back on. Like I said, now they are fantastic.
@@wb4514 apparently not. Just reach up there and loosen the set screw on the top of the shocks rotate the adjuster to where you think you want it re-tighten the screw. No need to take off the shocks I did because I was an idiot.
Thanks for the video ! I just came across your channel in my feed actually and I'm happy to support your efforts and those of other fellow moto content creators. I look forward to seeing and hearing more from you in the future ; keep up the great work and ride safe out there.
Thanks for the comment and compliment. I just used an iPhone X and went real slow and tried to get good close-ups. Actually in a few spots I did use a GoPro nine.
Glad you saw the video. I took measurements of the lift in the back of the bike before I installed the shocks and the convertible comfort lift kit because I had my shocks set on the probably softest condition because I wanted a real soft ride. I actually lost 3/16 of an inch in height in the rear, which was expected by me because I saw DK’s custom videos on why your expectations of height may not come through. It was a three part series. The OEM shocks are much stiffer and had I just put the convertible comfort lift kit on a probably would’ve gained an inch and a half and, maybe if I would’ve ordered the 14 inch next GEN shocks I would’ve got a better lift. But I’m not worried about it. Bike still looks the same. I wonder what it would’ve looked like it had I not put the convertible comfort lift kit on there and use the OEM shock mounting bracket. I’m glad I did use the convertible, comfort shock bracket.
You commented that your trike is sitting 1/8 inch lower that with the OEM shocks. That's expected. Go watch the bottom video on the Nexgen shock page (13 or 14 inch) and they explain why the difference occurs----it's in the sag. Great video. I wasn't sure if I wanted the 13 or 14 inch shocks, but after watching that video and the fact that I ride 1 up the majority of the time they recommend thew 13 inch as the 14 in would be to stiff. Again, thanks for a great video. I will be referring back to it. The only difference is I think I'm gonna take the rear box off as I have a fused neck (reason I went to a trike) and getting into tight spaces is difficult sometimes. Thanks again.😎😎
@@theChestnutMtnTinman Great idea to take the rear box off. It will make installing the shocks 1000% easier. I am aware of the SAG situation on the rear of the bike. (How that works) and I am satisfied with the height and especially the new shocks. Difference between a night and day.
Great stuff, thank you for sharing. Real time action of the road surfaces And your view of the shocks new ride. Was great,again im thinking about the same setup w/14 inch rig.
I think next time if I did it again, I would go with the 14 inch. Putting on the 13 inch actually lowered my rear end one eighth of an inch. I even put the DK custom lift kit on it. But because the OEM shocks were stiffer and the DK custom next GEN shocks were softer it actually lowered the rear end. I don’t know how much Lower it would have been. Had I not put on the lift kit
Yes, it was pretty straightforward putting them in. However, even with my convertible comfort lift kit on there I lost 1/8 of an inch height in the rear because I had the shock set on super soft. Let me know if you lose any or if you gain any height. .
Glad you could use a video. The shocks were a little harder than I thought to replace. Since I replaced them, I have taken them off two other times to fine-tune the adjustment to my perfection. Again, it was rather difficult, but now I am dialed in, and it rides like a dream.
@@windsurfed1 I replied to this up above and not sure why you took them off, they said you can reach the set screw without taking them off and turn the adjuster up or down for what you need to do, I'm thinking of not getting these shocks if I have to take them off after putting them on, I know what I went thru putting on the lift kit and that was a few years ago and my body is worse now, like you I'm a senior citizen, LOL
@@junglejim8901 you know I am a senior citizen also. I’m not sure I even re-tighten those set screws back down. Perhaps I could’ve adjusted it without taking them off. Now you got me thinking. I’ll go look at one of these days. That would be nice if I don’t have to take them off to do it. Thanks for the conversation. Dummy me. Probably didn’t have to take them off to begin with. I actually forgot all about those set screws. I bet I could have adjusted them by losing that said screw like it says in the instructions and twisting the top of the shock, one way or the other. I just totally forgot about that part of the instructions.
@@windsurfed1 Ok I guess you forgot about what the directins said, I'm glad you have them the way you want, I'm surprised you even had to do this after filling out all those questions, they should have been set from day one, oh well, I'm thinking would have to take tire off to get to set screw, that I'm not sure but at least that would give more room to get to the set screw. I'm still trying to decide if I want to spend this kind of money, happy riding and enjoy, I just wish you would have did a report on shocks after the install before you put the ricor inserts in, I'm also thinking of the ricor inserts also, if it isn't one thing it's another LOL have a good day, thanks for the reply, wasn't sure I would get a response but I'm glad I did, thank you again
@@junglejim8901 I did a ride review after I put the shocks on if you’re interested. They are a little expensive, but I am glad I put them on because it is a difference between night and day. ruclips.net/video/GqCwlXY0hhM/видео.htmlfeature=shared
What a very well done video!. The best iv'e seen. Your photography and lighting showing locations and everything in detail supurb!! Thank you so very much!. I have a 2022 Tri-glide and looking to do the very same thing.. Hopefully in your very next video, you will honestly tell us how she rides, corners and steers, Along with the pinch Higher rear height? Thats supposidley to make the front wheel stick or feel better, handle better?.. And the total cost$$... I can install this myself too.. Please let us know and thanks again!. And Ride safe my friend!!!..
did a ride video a couple weeks ago and posted it on my RUclips channel. You can see it if you like. It is a world of difference. I took measurements On the right rear fender height, the middle of the bike in the rear, and the left fender height in the rear with the OEM shock height, and then, after I was done installing the shocks, I did another measurement with the new shocks and the convertible comfort lift kit in the same position. DK custom did a video on why the heights of bikes possibly could not be lifted after adding the convertible comfort lift kit. There was a number of variables,, including the softness of the shock, the rider Weight, and a couple other variables. A very good video explaining why your bike may not be lifted as you expected to. I understood that before I bought mine. After I did my measurements, after the install, I actually lost 3/16 of an inch. So it was 3/16 of an inch lower. I can’t imagine how much lower it would have been. Had I not install the convertible comfort lift kit. My shocks were set on the softest position probably you can put it on that’s probably why it went down. Had I put it on a more stiffer position? It may have went up. I wish I would’ve installed the convertible comfort lift kit with the OEM shocks, and then took a measurement, but I didn’t. I wonder how much higher it would’ve been. Because those things are very stiff. It still looks as level as it did when I first bought it. You really can’t tell but let me tell you a ride so much better. For the shocks in the convertible comfort lift kit was right around $1100.
Thank-you for your video, it was excellent and well done. I just got a 2022 Tri Glide ultra (with 6900 miles) and my first impression about the ride was not good. It was a rough ride and the trike wanted to move side to side. I ride solo all the time and want a much softer ride. I will be looking at those upgrades. I am physically limited so I will be removing the trunk and fenders so I can get to everything. How was the ride after you finished? Thanks, Bruce
Bruce, I just seeing this post. Some how I missed it. The ride is great. I did a follow up video with a rider review. Did you put new shocks on. Did you remove the fender to install them?
I own the 2023 tri-glide and I to am looking into the DKCustom nextgen system, however my question to you sir is did you look into the suspension technologies shocks...!!
I did not look into the suspension technology shocks. I looked at a lot of other shocks from other manufacturers for the Tri glide though. I just settled ok the dk custom shocks. I am very happy with them. Perhaps there is even a better shock out there, but I wouldn’t/couldn’t know unless I Tried them all. That could get expensive.
@@windsurfed1 Thank you very much for your input. I watch your video's all the time . Really appreciate how educational they are. Again, thank you. My wife and I purchased the 2023 120th anniversary "674/1100" tri-glide - we have a stage one installed the ultra cool oil cooler system the high flow oil filter the Jims Force Flow fan a set of 14" Paul Yaffe bars and a LP-6 upfront to be seen and to see Now we are looking into suspension upgrades . Really appreciate your videos Thank you.
@@deanbedetti holy mackerel! You did a lot of work to that thing! I bet you’re really enjoying it. I bet that stage one really helped you now can ride many more years without falling over. Enjoy!
@@windsurfed1 Did not want to change it at all due to it being a limited-edition trike, however commyfornia traffic and the typically hot days . My wife was really feeling the excessive heat , so we made the decision to do the necessary upgrades. Thank you for your compliment , more importantly thank you for your great videos.
It's obvious in your video that you didn't watch the DK Custom Products Video on removing the bottom lift brackets FIRST on both sides and then remove the top shock bolts lastly! It would have not startled you the way you did it. I'm glad that you didn't get HURT! I was Impressed with your next video on how well the Tri Glide rode with the 13 inch NEX GEN Shocks! I also own a 2020 Tri Glide and I will soon be installing the 14 inch NEX GEN Shocks which according to DK Custom Products will give a slightly better ride if you like to do a lot of long distance riding! I'm not knocking you for your choice of shocks. My apology ... Question.... Why did you change your online name from Tri Glide Ed to windsurfer ? and move to the State of Washington? It's None, But I'm Curious? Ride Safe my Friend!
Good morning, I actually did watch the DK custom install video and I remember them saying remove both of the shocks before you start. But I didn’t remember till after that incident happened to me. I am windsurfed1, and I have had a channel for about eight or nine years, and I live in Washington state. Triglide Ed, who I watch his videos also, I believe lives in North Carolina. I’ve had conversations with him in the past. I bought the 13 inch next GEN shocks and the convertible comfort lift kit and I actually lost 1/8 of an inch of height in the rear because I had the shocks set on such a soft ride. If you watch the DK custom video it will tell you, that different shocks will produce different result in the height. You’re probably making a good choice by getting the 14 inch shocks with the convertible comfort lift kit. Especially if you’re looking to raise your height of your rear end. And you are correct. I am fortunate that I did not get injured putting those shocks on.
This is a 2020 Triglide. I believe since they started manufacturing the Triglides (2009)they had air shocks on them all the way up to 2017 I believe in 2018 they started putting hydraulic shocks on the back with the adjustable knob. The shocks made for a hard ride. Jolting on your back, when hitting potholes and so forth. After three years, I was considering selling the bike because the ride was rather rough. That’s when I put these new shocks on and it made a world of difference and I decided to definitely keep this motorcycle. It is a world of difference.
These Nex Gen shocks will be an improvement in the ride you get from the air shocks that leak air ! DK Custom Products will ask you a lot of online Questions about the weighs you carry so they can properly preset the shocks for your style of riding1 I drive a 2020 Tri Glide.... Ride Safe my Friend !
@@dianedenroche1496 well, I hope things go well for you. Just plan on twice as long as you think it’s going to take with a little frustration along the road and just take your time.
Great video by the way. Now did this take care of the rear-end wobble at highway speeds like 70 miles an hour plus? I'm looking to install this on our 2021 Tri Glide.
Thanks for the comment. Not sure what you mean by rear end wobble at 70 miles an hour plus. If you’re experiencing that, I am definitely not. It is very smooth that 60 to 100 mph. Shocks do make a world of difference in the ride for the passenger end driver
Totally would’ve been easier. No doubt about that. Just take a bit more time. Would have preferred to take the body off, but I didn’t. If you do not want to do a lot of cussing and swearing and moving your body in positions that don’t agree, then I would highly recommend taking the body off. Meanwhile, back at the ranch, I have adjusted the shocks two times. When I got them, they were preset. I found it was too soft, so I went about taking the shocks off again and adjusting them. Found out that it was still a little too soft. So I went in again the second time and took the shocks off and adjusted them and put them back on and now it’s perfect. I tried to adjust them while they were on the motorcycle before taking them apart/off and it was too difficult. So I literally had to take them off and reinstall them. Once you get them dialed in, they are excellent. I highly recommend the shocks over the OEM shocks. You will not be disappointed.
Thanks for the great video. I noticed you installed the Convertible Comfort Lift kit using the highest lift position, but the instructions say for your year of Trike you should use the secondary lift holes. Did you have any trouble getting the lift bracket installed on the front holes?
@@striking827 I did have a bit of trouble installing the lift brackets. Only because I tried to do one at a time. You are supposed to remove both of them then install one at a time. When I follow that procedure, it went together well. I was not aware of, my year of Triglide instructions to use the secondary lift holes. I did not see those instructions. However, after installing the shocks, and the lift kit, I actually lost 1/4 of an inch of height in the back of the bike. The OEM shocks were stiffer and held the back end up higher. the next GEN shocks are quite a bit softer and Lowered the rear end, even with the lift kit. If I had not installed the lift kit, the rear end, probably would even be lower. Glad I installed the lift kit. I actually followed the instructions and put the bolts in the highest lift position. At least that’s what I thought. Now you got me thinking.
I noticed you had asked DK Customs about the bearing plates in the video posts. Did you ever look to see if you had thin bearing plates? My 2021 Triglide actually had thick plates on it, the same thickness as the DK Customs plates. Of course I didn't realize thus till after I bought them and was getting ready to install them. I was just courious as to what bearing plates your Trike has. Thanks
Good question. I have just tested my bearing plates by rocking the wheels back-and-forth and there is no slop. They are OK. There’s nothing wrong with them but I have not really looked at them to see if they are heavy duty like yours maybe are I just figured they were the thin ones. I am a very easy rider, so therefore, I don’t think mine would wear, as if someone who was heavy on the throttle or even medium on the throttle. As I am light on the throttle. Just my thoughts.
@@windsurfed1 Yea, I'm pretty light on the throttle too. Only thing that concerned me was when me & my wife go on our road trips we tow a little trailer behind us as well so with the gear and tools we have in the trunk, tourpack and the trailer, that can be pretty strenuous on the bearings. I'm just a play it safe kind of person and if there's a reasonable chance of something like these bearing plates/bearings going bad, I'm gonna upgrade if it's feasible. Thanks for your input.
@@ccmlkm I agree with you. Better safe than sorry. It’s strange that your OEM ones were the same thickness as a DK custom ones. I had heard that HD was upgrading them.
Thanks!Hope you gleaned something from on it. I had to go under there two other times and remove the shocks to adjust them to the perfect spot where I needed them. It was a hassle, but in the end they are the best thing I ever put on this motorcycle.
I've watched several of these install videos and after the install, thy address sag and droop. I didn't see you mess with that. Are you OK with them just as they are out of the box ?
I bought the 13 inch next GEN shocks with the convertible comfort lift kit. I measured the rear of the motorcycle before I installed it with the OEM shocks and then measured it after I installed the next GEN 13 inch shocks. I lost one eighth of an inch of height. The OEM shocks are stiffer and hold the body up higher. The next GEN shocks are softer therefore they sag. Don’t know what the height would have been had I not installed the convertible comfort lift kit. Kind of wish I would’ve went with the 14 inch shocks. But to answer your question, yes, I am very satisfied with the height of the motorcycle in the rear and extremely pleased with the ride of the shocks. I did a video of a test ride after the shocks are installed
@@windsurfed1 I'm pretty well sold on the DK shocks for my 2017 Freewheeler, now if I could just come to a decision on the 13" or 14". I wish they would have just made one version or the other.
I read many reviews of people who had put these on and claim it was a world of difference between night and day. But I was still reluctant to buy them, because in the back of my mind, I just didn’t believe them. After installing them and using them, I can safely say everybody was correct in saying this is a world of difference. Little on the expensive side but if you want a way better ride than the OEM shocks, then I highly recommend getting the shocks.
I've noticed in your videos the camera mounts that you have located on the front fairing below the windscreen. What brand are they or where did you get them?
Got them off amazon. Kinda Spendy at around $25 each. I have about 12 of them. Very convient to move the cameras arounnd quickyl. ULANZI Claw Quick Release Plate Tripod QR Camera Mount Adapter
replaced the windshield mounting screw with same size stock screw and mounted a go pro flat camera mount to the protruding screw. Had to precisely cut the protruding screw to the right length to get everything to fit properly. Then just went from the go pro flat mount to figure out how to mount the ulanzi mount. @@davidgallens7056
I made a video on a ride review of the shocks a couple of weeks ago if you want to look at that. They are a world of difference for sure. Little on the expensive side but I’m glad I bought them because of no more jarring sensation when hitting bumps are going over roads that are paved, and look good, but are rough. Much more relaxing ride now.
The closest thing do I have making the blocks is at the very end of this video. I spent about two minutes explaining it. Otherwise I didn’t really go into detail.
@@windsurfed1 It is less work to remove the body and you won't rune you shocks like you did. The first line in the shop manual said to remove the body. I'm going to up load the video. ruclips.net/video/uqOYDiDH2H8/видео.html
Absolutely the best suspension/shocks you could put on a Harley Triglide. I truly truly love them might’ve been on for about six months and what a difference it has made in my bike or my trier.
Agreed! Although I have not tried any other shocks to compare these too,but now I don’t need to because I am totally satisfied with the ride. I put them on and felt they were too soft so I took them off and adjusted them to be a bit more rigid/harder. Later I felt they were still too soft, and took them off again and adjusted them. That time to perfection. I have been riding for many many years. Before I put the shocks on, I was seriously considering selling the motorcycle and just getting out of motorcycle riding. I am glad I didn’t now.
@@windsurfed1 How come you took them back off 2 times, they say you can reach the set screw and turn the adjuster to turn up or down for adjustment. Was it hard to see and do is why you took them off 2 times, I'm interested in them myself for my 2018, already have the lift kit but air shocks on mine suck, I'm running around 20 lbs of air with 21 lbs in rear tires, I'm not interested getting them and then have to take them off again like you did, I will just keep my air shocks and suffer with the ride, the roads I drive are to bad but there are roads I want to travel and I don't because of my back. hope you see this and maybe explain why you took them off 2 times to adjust
Congratulations on a job well executed and my particular respect for the excellent camera work and subsequent editing, all conducted to professional standards and made this video a "must watch" for anyone tackling this task on a Triglide. Thank you.
Believe it or not, I have went in there and taken those shocks off two more times to fine-tune the adjustment to my liking. It was time-consuming and a little bit irritating. But I got the shocks dialed in perfect and they are wonderful. At first they were too soft. Then I adjusted them. Then I took them off because they were still too soft and adjusted them and put them back on. Like I said, now they are fantastic.
@@windsurfed1 You have to remove the shocks to adjust them ? I've never heard of that before ?
@@wb4514 apparently not. Just reach up there and loosen the set screw on the top of the shocks rotate the adjuster to where you think you want it re-tighten the screw. No need to take off the shocks I did because I was an idiot.
@@windsurfed1 Na, it's a learning curve figuring out what works !
Thanks for the video ! I just came across your channel in my feed actually and I'm happy to support your efforts and those of other fellow moto content creators. I look forward to seeing and hearing more from you in the future ; keep up the great work and ride safe out there.
Thanks for the encouragement, I slowly, put videos out. Thanks for the comment.
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This is a excellent step by step instructional video, the best I've seen on the subject matter and your camera work is amazing.
Thanks for the comment and compliment. I just used an iPhone X and went real slow and tried to get good close-ups. Actually in a few spots I did use a GoPro nine.
Dang... these are EXACTLY the lift kit and shocks I want to put on- did a video where I talked about these in particular. Kudos to you!
Glad you saw the video. I took measurements of the lift in the back of the bike before I installed the shocks and the convertible comfort lift kit because I had my shocks set on the probably softest condition because I wanted a real soft ride. I actually lost 3/16 of an inch in height in the rear, which was expected by me because I saw DK’s custom videos on why your expectations of height may not come through. It was a three part series. The OEM shocks are much stiffer and had I just put the convertible comfort lift kit on a probably would’ve gained an inch and a half and, maybe if I would’ve ordered the 14 inch next GEN shocks I would’ve got a better lift. But I’m not worried about it. Bike still looks the same. I wonder what it would’ve looked like it had I not put the convertible comfort lift kit on there and use the OEM shock mounting bracket. I’m glad I did use the convertible, comfort shock bracket.
You commented that your trike is sitting 1/8 inch lower that with the OEM shocks. That's expected. Go watch the bottom video on the Nexgen shock page (13 or 14 inch) and they explain why the difference occurs----it's in the sag. Great video. I wasn't sure if I wanted the 13 or 14 inch shocks, but after watching that video and the fact that I ride 1 up the majority of the time they recommend thew 13 inch as the 14 in would be to stiff. Again, thanks for a great video. I will be referring back to it. The only difference is I think I'm gonna take the rear box off as I have a fused neck (reason I went to a trike) and getting into tight spaces is difficult sometimes. Thanks again.😎😎
@@theChestnutMtnTinman Great idea to take the rear box off. It will make installing the shocks 1000% easier. I am aware of the SAG situation on the rear of the bike. (How that works) and I am satisfied with the height and especially the new shocks. Difference between a night and day.
Great stuff, thank you for sharing. Real time action of the road surfaces
And your view of the shocks new ride. Was great,again im thinking about the same setup w/14 inch rig.
I think next time if I did it again, I would go with the 14 inch. Putting on the 13 inch actually lowered my rear end one eighth of an inch. I even put the DK custom lift kit on it. But because the OEM shocks were stiffer and the DK custom next GEN shocks were softer it actually lowered the rear end. I don’t know how much Lower it would have been. Had I not put on the lift kit
getting ready to do my lift kit install and doing the 13" Nexgen shocks. great vid
Yes, it was pretty straightforward putting them in. However, even with my convertible comfort lift kit on there I lost 1/8 of an inch height in the rear because I had the shock set on super soft. Let me know if you lose any or if you gain any height. .
I am replacing the stock bearing plate with the DK Custom Products plate, while I’m doing the shocks. Thanks for your video.
Glad you could use a video. The shocks were a little harder than I thought to replace. Since I replaced them, I have taken them off two other times to fine-tune the adjustment to my perfection. Again, it was rather difficult, but now I am dialed in, and it rides like a dream.
@@windsurfed1 I replied to this up above and not sure why you took them off, they said you can reach the set screw without taking them off and turn the adjuster up or down for what you need to do, I'm thinking of not getting these shocks if I have to take them off after putting them on, I know what I went thru putting on the lift kit and that was a few years ago and my body is worse now, like you I'm a senior citizen, LOL
@@junglejim8901 you know I am a senior citizen also. I’m not sure I even re-tighten those set screws back down. Perhaps I could’ve adjusted it without taking them off. Now you got me thinking. I’ll go look at one of these days. That would be nice if I don’t have to take them off to do it. Thanks for the conversation. Dummy me. Probably didn’t have to take them off to begin with. I actually forgot all about those set screws. I bet I could have adjusted them by losing that said screw like it says in the instructions and twisting the top of the shock, one way or the other. I just totally forgot about that part of the instructions.
@@windsurfed1 Ok I guess you forgot about what the directins said, I'm glad you have them the way you want, I'm surprised you even had to do this after filling out all those questions, they should have been set from day one, oh well, I'm thinking would have to take tire off to get to set screw, that I'm not sure but at least that would give more room to get to the set screw. I'm still trying to decide if I want to spend this kind of money, happy riding and enjoy, I just wish you would have did a report on shocks after the install before you put the ricor inserts in, I'm also thinking of the ricor inserts also, if it isn't one thing it's another LOL have a good day, thanks for the reply, wasn't sure I would get a response but I'm glad I did, thank you again
@@junglejim8901 I did a ride review after I put the shocks on if you’re interested. They are a little expensive, but I am glad I put them on because it is a difference between night and day.
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What a very well done video!. The best iv'e seen. Your photography and lighting showing locations and everything in detail supurb!! Thank you so very much!. I have a 2022 Tri-glide and looking to do the very same thing.. Hopefully in your very next video, you will honestly tell us how she rides, corners and steers, Along with the pinch Higher rear height? Thats supposidley to make the front wheel stick or feel better, handle better?.. And the total cost$$... I can install this myself too.. Please let us know and thanks again!. And Ride safe my friend!!!..
did a ride video a couple weeks ago and posted it on my RUclips channel. You can see it if you like. It is a world of difference.
I took measurements
On the right rear fender height, the middle of the bike in the rear, and the left fender height in the rear with the OEM shock height, and then, after I was done installing the shocks, I did another measurement with the new shocks and the convertible comfort lift kit in the same position.
DK custom did a video on why the heights of bikes possibly could not be lifted after adding the convertible comfort lift kit. There was a number of variables,, including the softness of the shock, the rider Weight, and a couple other variables. A very good video explaining why your bike may not be lifted as you expected to.
I understood that before I bought mine. After I did my measurements, after the install, I actually lost 3/16 of an inch. So it was 3/16 of an inch lower. I can’t imagine how much lower it would have been. Had I not install the convertible comfort lift kit.
My shocks were set on the softest position probably you can put it on that’s probably why it went down. Had I put it on a more stiffer position? It may have went up.
I wish I would’ve installed the convertible comfort lift kit with the OEM shocks, and then took a measurement, but I didn’t. I wonder how much higher it would’ve been. Because those things are very stiff.
It still looks as level as it did when I first bought it. You really can’t tell but let me tell you a ride so much better.
For the shocks in the convertible comfort lift kit was right around $1100.
Excellent video....step by step with a bit of humor thrown in....he definitely keeps it real 👍🏼
Thanks for the comment, it’s always fun making those videos. But it does take a little extra time.
Thank-you for your video, it was excellent and well done. I just got a 2022 Tri Glide ultra (with 6900 miles) and my first impression about the ride was not good. It was a rough ride and the trike wanted to move side to side. I ride solo all the time and want a much softer ride. I will be looking at those upgrades. I am physically limited so I will be removing the trunk and fenders so I can get to everything.
How was the ride after you finished?
Thanks,
Bruce
Bruce, I just seeing this post. Some how I missed it. The ride is great. I did a follow up video with a rider review. Did you put new shocks on. Did you remove the fender to install them?
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I own the 2023 tri-glide and I to am looking into the DKCustom nextgen system, however my question to you sir is did you look into the suspension technologies shocks...!!
I did not look into the suspension technology shocks. I looked at a lot of other shocks from other manufacturers for the Tri glide though. I just settled ok the dk custom shocks. I am very happy with them. Perhaps there is even a better shock out there, but I wouldn’t/couldn’t know unless I Tried them all. That could get expensive.
@@windsurfed1 Thank you very much for your input. I watch your video's all the time . Really appreciate how educational they are. Again, thank you. My wife and I purchased the 2023 120th anniversary "674/1100" tri-glide - we have a stage one installed the ultra cool oil cooler system the high flow oil filter the Jims Force Flow fan a set of 14" Paul Yaffe bars and a LP-6 upfront to be seen and to see Now we are looking into suspension upgrades . Really appreciate your videos Thank you.
@@deanbedetti holy mackerel! You did a lot of work to that thing! I bet you’re really enjoying it. I bet that stage one really helped you now can ride many more years without falling over. Enjoy!
@@windsurfed1 Did not want to change it at all due to it being a limited-edition trike, however commyfornia traffic and the typically hot days . My wife was really feeling the excessive heat , so we made the decision to do the necessary upgrades. Thank you for your compliment , more importantly thank you for your great videos.
It's obvious in your video that you didn't watch the DK Custom Products Video on removing the bottom lift brackets FIRST on both sides and then remove the top shock bolts lastly! It would have not startled you the way you did it. I'm glad that you didn't get HURT! I was Impressed with your next video on how well the Tri Glide rode with the 13 inch NEX GEN Shocks! I also own a 2020 Tri Glide and I will soon be installing the 14 inch NEX GEN Shocks which according to DK Custom Products will give a slightly better ride if you like to do a lot of long distance riding! I'm not knocking you for your choice of shocks. My apology ... Question.... Why did you change your online name from Tri Glide Ed to windsurfer ? and move to the State of Washington? It's None, But I'm Curious? Ride Safe my Friend!
Good morning, I actually did watch the DK custom install video and I remember them saying remove both of the shocks before you start. But I didn’t remember till after that incident happened to me. I am windsurfed1, and I have had a channel for about eight or nine years, and I live in Washington state. Triglide Ed, who I watch his videos also, I believe lives in North Carolina. I’ve had conversations with him in the past. I bought the 13 inch next GEN shocks and the convertible comfort lift kit and I actually lost 1/8 of an inch of height in the rear because I had the shocks set on such a soft ride. If you watch the DK custom video it will tell you, that different shocks will produce different result in the height. You’re probably making a good choice by getting the 14 inch shocks with the convertible comfort lift kit. Especially if you’re looking to raise your height of your rear end. And you are correct. I am fortunate that I did not get injured putting those shocks on.
What year Tri-Glide was this? my 2015 does not have the adjustment under the seat, it is controlled by an air valve behind the right side cover.
This is a 2020 Triglide. I believe since they started manufacturing the Triglides (2009)they had air shocks on them all the way up to 2017 I believe in 2018 they started putting hydraulic shocks on the back with the adjustable knob. The shocks made for a hard ride. Jolting on your back, when hitting potholes and so forth. After three years, I was considering selling the bike because the ride was rather rough. That’s when I put these new shocks on and it made a world of difference and I decided to definitely keep this motorcycle. It is a world of difference.
These Nex Gen shocks will be an improvement in the ride you get from the air shocks that leak air ! DK Custom Products will ask you a lot of online Questions about the weighs you carry so they can properly preset the shocks for your style of riding1 I drive a 2020 Tri Glide.... Ride Safe my Friend !
Great helpful install video.
Glad you could use the information in the video
Hi Windsurfed1. Can you tell me what size hex bolts are on the brake mount bracket to remove for comfort lift kit?????
The park brake bracket takes an 8 mm hex head or also known as Allen heads
@@windsurfed1 Getting all necessary tools together. You're the best, thanks so much for your quick reply. 🙂
@@dianedenroche1496 well, I hope things go well for you. Just plan on twice as long as you think it’s going to take with a little frustration along the road and just take your time.
Complimenti per il video molto profesionale. Grazie buona giornata
Great video by the way.
Now did this take care of the rear-end wobble at highway speeds like 70 miles an hour plus? I'm looking to install this on our 2021 Tri Glide.
Thanks for the comment. Not sure what you mean by rear end wobble at 70 miles an hour plus. If you’re experiencing that, I am definitely not. It is very smooth that 60 to 100 mph. Shocks do make a world of difference in the ride for the passenger end driver
Would it have been easier to accomplish if the body had been removed first? I am considering doing this as well.
Totally would’ve been easier. No doubt about that. Just take a bit more time. Would have preferred to take the body off, but I didn’t. If you do not want to do a lot of cussing and swearing and moving your body in positions that don’t agree, then I would highly recommend taking the body off. Meanwhile, back at the ranch, I have adjusted the shocks two times. When I got them, they were preset. I found it was too soft, so I went about taking the shocks off again and adjusting them. Found out that it was still a little too soft. So I went in again the second time and took the shocks off and adjusted them and put them back on and now it’s perfect. I tried to adjust them while they were on the motorcycle before taking them apart/off and it was too difficult. So I literally had to take them off and reinstall them. Once you get them dialed in, they are excellent. I highly recommend the shocks over the OEM shocks. You will not be disappointed.
Gear wrenches are a mechanic’s friend in tight spaces.
Yes, looks like that would have been a good fit for that situation.
Thanks for the great video. I noticed you installed the Convertible Comfort Lift kit using the highest lift position, but the instructions say for your year of Trike you should use the secondary lift holes. Did you have any trouble getting the lift bracket installed on the front holes?
@@striking827 I did have a bit of trouble installing the lift brackets. Only because I tried to do one at a time. You are supposed to remove both of them then install one at a time. When I follow that procedure, it went together well. I was not aware of, my year of Triglide instructions to use the secondary lift holes. I did not see those instructions. However, after installing the shocks, and the lift kit, I actually lost 1/4 of an inch of height in the back of the bike. The OEM shocks were stiffer and held the back end up higher. the next GEN shocks are quite a bit softer and Lowered the rear end, even with the lift kit. If I had not installed the lift kit, the rear end, probably would even be lower. Glad I installed the lift kit.
I actually followed the instructions and put the bolts in the highest lift position. At least that’s what I thought. Now you got me thinking.
I noticed you had asked DK Customs about the bearing plates in the video posts. Did you ever look to see if you had thin bearing plates? My 2021 Triglide actually had thick plates on it, the same thickness as the DK Customs plates. Of course I didn't realize thus till after I bought them and was getting ready to install them. I was just courious as to what bearing plates your Trike has. Thanks
Good question. I have just tested my bearing plates by rocking the wheels back-and-forth and there is no slop. They are OK. There’s nothing wrong with them but I have not really looked at them to see if they are heavy duty like yours maybe are I just figured they were the thin ones. I am a very easy rider, so therefore, I don’t think mine would wear, as if someone who was heavy on the throttle or even medium on the throttle. As I am light on the throttle. Just my thoughts.
@@windsurfed1 Yea, I'm pretty light on the throttle too. Only thing that concerned me was when me & my wife go on our road trips we tow a little trailer behind us as well so with the gear and tools we have in the trunk, tourpack and the trailer, that can be pretty strenuous on the bearings. I'm just a play it safe kind of person and if there's a reasonable chance of something like these bearing plates/bearings going bad, I'm gonna upgrade if it's feasible. Thanks for your input.
@@ccmlkm I agree with you. Better safe than sorry. It’s strange that your OEM ones were the same thickness as a DK custom ones. I had heard that HD was upgrading them.
Goodonya Mate, well done!
Thanks! Try to do my best.
GTA costumes should use your video on their website, your video explain and shows her a lot better than theirs does thank you for the video
They can if they want. They have asked to use one in the past.
So how is the ride after? You need to follow up with your evaluation please.
I actually did make a video on the test ride. Here is a link:
ruclips.net/video/GqCwlXY0hhM/видео.html
Excellent video
Thanks!Hope you gleaned something from on it. I had to go under there two other times and remove the shocks to adjust them to the perfect spot where I needed them. It was a hassle, but in the end they are the best thing I ever put on this motorcycle.
So the information you supplied DK custom wasn’t spot on as far as weight and so forth for the pre-loaded shocks?.
I've watched several of these install videos and after the install, thy address sag and droop. I didn't see you mess with that. Are you OK with them just as they are out of the box ?
I bought the 13 inch next GEN shocks with the convertible comfort lift kit. I measured the rear of the motorcycle before I installed it with the OEM shocks and then measured it after I installed the next GEN 13 inch shocks. I lost one eighth of an inch of height.
The OEM shocks are stiffer and hold the body up higher. The next GEN shocks are softer therefore they sag.
Don’t know what the height would have been had I not installed the convertible comfort lift kit. Kind of wish I would’ve went with the 14 inch shocks.
But to answer your question, yes, I am very satisfied with the height of the motorcycle in the rear and extremely pleased with the ride of the shocks.
I did a video of a test ride after the shocks are installed
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Thank you for your reply!
@@windsurfed1 I'm pretty well sold on the DK shocks for my 2017 Freewheeler, now if I could just come to a decision on the 13" or 14". I wish they would have just made one version or the other.
Hi I just saw your video very helpful been looking at doing this to my trike.Are you happy with the ride now is alot better Thanks
I read many reviews of people who had put these on and claim it was a world of difference between night and day. But I was still reluctant to buy them, because in the back of my mind, I just didn’t believe them. After installing them and using them, I can safely say everybody was correct in saying this is a world of difference. Little on the expensive side but if you want a way better ride than the OEM shocks, then I highly recommend getting the shocks.
Ok Thanks for the information
Great video!!
Thanks. It was fun making it.
Did you relieve the pressure by turning the dial back to zero?
No, I did not dial the pressure back to zero
@@windsurfed1 I did and it then didn’t leak oil. I have everything off now, but ran out of oomph for today. 👴🏼
@@Tryke_Ryder yeah, I probably should have done that too. Then I would not have leaked oil.
I've noticed in your videos the camera mounts that you have located on the front fairing below the windscreen. What brand are they or where did you get them?
Got them off amazon. Kinda Spendy at around $25 each. I have about 12 of them. Very convient to move the cameras arounnd quickyl. ULANZI Claw Quick Release Plate Tripod QR Camera Mount Adapter
@@windsurfed1 But how do those attach to motorcycle?
replaced the windshield mounting screw with same size stock screw and mounted a go pro flat camera mount to the protruding screw. Had to precisely cut the protruding screw to the right length to get everything to fit properly. Then just went from the go pro flat mount to figure out how to mount the ulanzi mount. @@davidgallens7056
Good video.
Can these be mounted upside down so that you can adjust the preload easily?
I am thinking no. But a person can do whatever he wants. Right?
Not sure of the bigger part (upper portion) would fit down below
I do not represent the Factory, However DO NOT mount the shocks upside down....
Let us know about the ride and are they worth the money thanks
I made a video on a ride review of the shocks a couple of weeks ago if you want to look at that. They are a world of difference for sure. Little on the expensive side but I’m glad I bought them because of no more jarring sensation when hitting bumps are going over roads that are paved, and look good, but are rough. Much more relaxing ride now.
Where’s the video where you made the blocks
The closest thing do I have making the blocks is at the very end of this video. I spent about two minutes explaining it. Otherwise I didn’t really go into detail.
Good video... HD always uses way too much thread locker at the factory :-(
Probably, a couple spots I used way too much also and I know better.
I think that if I decide to do mine, I will remove the body first.
That would make it a lot easier. Just a little bit more work but if you got time and are not worried about it, taking the body off is a good idea.
@@windsurfed1 It is less work to remove the body and you won't rune you shocks like you did. The first line in the shop manual said to remove the body. I'm going to up load the video. ruclips.net/video/uqOYDiDH2H8/видео.html
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En français ce serait pas mal merci
Thanks. Hope you could find something you could use.