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« on: January 15, 2010, 06:04:36 PM » |
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What is the difference between the 412's and the 440's, other than the $250-300 in the price. Between the two of us, my wife and I weigh in at around 360 lbs. Will the 412's hold up as well as the 440's? We ride mostly on the back-roads, at the posted speed limit. On vacation, we tow a trailer behind us, and hit the interstates only if we are trying to make a little time. TIA for any and all advice, etc.
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MP
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« Reply #1 on: January 15, 2010, 06:31:28 PM » |
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The 440's have a valving system in them, which is better, and adds to the cost. They are good.
MP
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« Reply #2 on: January 15, 2010, 07:21:00 PM » |
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Ditto on the 440s and a lifetime warranty  bw |
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« Reply #3 on: January 15, 2010, 08:33:53 PM » |
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The 440's have a valving system in them, which is better, and adds to the cost. They are good.
MP
What if u ride solo most of the time (100%), which shocks would you recommend? |
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Larry
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« Reply #4 on: January 15, 2010, 11:32:21 PM » |
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I'd recommend the 12.5 " HD 412's!  I just happen to have a almost brand new set with those exact specs for sale if your interested. Had 'em on my IS for about 200 miles but found with my car tire I didn't have quite enough clearance on the big bumps riding 2 up. No problems solo. Just got myself a low miles used stock IS shocks instead. |
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« Reply #5 on: January 16, 2010, 06:36:06 AM » |
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I don't know anything about the 412s.. I like the 440s.. It looks like your on a Tour model. I would guess that when I ride two up our weight is about the same as yours and I have Std 440s which have worked fine for us for the past 10 or 11 years.. Some will probably recommend the HD 440s..
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MP
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« Reply #6 on: January 16, 2010, 06:41:19 AM » |
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I use the 440 HD, ride solo most of the time, set near the light setting, and love them.
MO
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« Reply #7 on: January 16, 2010, 06:44:20 AM » |
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I'd recommend the 12.5 " HD 412's! I just happen to have a almost brand new set with those exact specs for sale if your interested. Had 'em on my IS for about 200 miles but found with my car tire I didn't have quite enough clearance on the big bumps riding 2 up. No problems solo. Just got myself a low miles used stock IS shocks instead. Enlighten me pricewise. Hoser |
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« Reply #8 on: January 16, 2010, 09:51:05 AM » |
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I'd recommend the 12.5 " HD 412's! I just happen to have a almost brand new set with those exact specs for sale if your interested. Had 'em on my IS for about 200 miles but found with my car tire I didn't have quite enough clearance on the big bumps riding 2 up. No problems solo. Just got myself a low miles used stock IS shocks instead. Enlighten me pricewise. Hoser How's $150 delivered? |
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