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Roadliner Preload setting

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#1 ·
I just installed the PCS slam package (bones and spring) and set the preload to 6.5". Seems a little tight and high. If I go to the maximum of 6.73" how much more lower will fender go?

On a related note, the manual shows "standard" and "maximum" preload is the same (see attached pic)? What issues would I have if I go to 7"?
 

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#3 ·
Not too difficult but takes time. A bunch of exhaust and muffler disassembly, then getting those 2 bolts out, and raising/lowering bike to get spring assembly out. Once it's out, you can loosen the spring tensioner and the spring slides right off - super easy! Really though, it just takes a bit of time.

Oh, there's a bushing on the right side of the engine bolt that you will not reinstall. Let me know if any questions come up during installation, I'd be glad to help.
 
#8 ·
I put the nuts in the same position as they were and installed the assembly. Then I realized there was too much preload so I lifted bike and kept releasing preload until I got it to a spot I liked. Basically, trial and error. LOL
 
#9 ·
Thank you! So...got the new one back in...had one heck of a time trying to get the front bolt to line up and go back in...but I got it. I set the new spring at about 6 3/8" measure (about the highest setting on stock spring)...since I guess the new spring is about 3/8" shorter? Looks like that setting dropped my tail by about 1"-1.25". Have not ridden yet. I am wondering why I have not gotten the 1.75" drop on the back (measurement with bike on kickstand and wheel turned to left measuring ground to bottom of fender). I was at about 14" before the swap....not about 12.9"
 
#10 ·
Congrats on your mod! Yeah, that front bolt was a bit of a pain. :)

Yes, your observation is correct: new spring is shorter. You may want to release some of the preload so you can drop it more. It's up to you and your comfort and whether you ride 2-up.

Have any pictures?
 
#11 ·
I have to ride two up and see how the scraping goes with current setting. I was one up yesterday, and on a turn there was a good sized dip in the road and I scraped one up.

I can get some pics tonight.

Question....when you are adjusting preload...do you find it easier to do when you jack it up?


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