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Boxcar01
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« on: September 18, 2021, 04:24:56 PM »
2000 Valk, 42k miles, original shocks.  Currently set to setting “2”.  Just got the bike.  Ride feels awful bumpy to me.  This is my first cruiser.  I get a smoother ride from my other, sport touring bike.
Is there an aftermarket upgrade that is a big improvement?  My bike is due for a new rear tire, if that may be the ticket.  Opinions?? Smiley
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98valk
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« Reply #1 on: September 18, 2021, 04:35:08 PM »
the upper shock bushings might be toast. install new ones.

best ones to get

https://redeye.ecrater.com/p/18385698/rear-shock-bushing-kit-ver-2

best to get also

https://redeye.ecrater.com/p/18218041/final-drive-o-rings-for-valkyrie-polyurethane
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Boxcar01
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« Reply #2 on: September 18, 2021, 07:38:05 PM »
Thanks, great links for inexpensive but necessary parts. cooldude
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