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Progressive Heavy Duty Fork Springs for GL1500
By Progressive Suspension SKU: TR771522
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$114.99
MSRP: $126.95
12 Member Reviews
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Progressive Heavy Duty Fork Springs for GL1500
ITEM CODE: TR771522, SKU: TR771522
04.10.2013
5 Stars
| My front forks on my 96 GL1500SE were leaking and I knew that it was going to be a big job to fix it. I was originally going to buy racetech emulators but the installation seemed overwhelming and my local shop wanted a fortune to do the job. I installed these springs, new fork seals (kit from wingstuff) and it transformed my bike. No more front end dives during braking and more responsive. I used 10 weight fork oil and added no air to the shocks and they are perfect for me (250 pound guy). I never did a job like this before but I followed the tutorial on Steve Saunders forum and completed the job without any snags. I found compressing the springs to be easy, I did it myself and just marked where the thread began on the fork. Great upgrade-this fixed the one issue I had with the bike-I will keep this bike forever! |
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Progressive Heavy Duty Fork Springs for GL1500
ITEM CODE: TR771522, SKU: TR771522
03.31.2012
5 Stars
| Adds a lot of stiffness to the front end… This is a good thing too as I found the stock to be mushy. I have an ‘89 GL1500 and I installed my progressives back in 06’. Added air to the forks too as my ‘89 did not have this feature. This combination makes for a very responsive sporty front suspension for such a big bike. Taking the old ones out and installing the new ones can be a bit tricky. If you’re doing this at home this is a two person job. One of the two should be a pretty hefty bubba to get the spring back in without tearing up any threads inside the fork. |
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Progressive Heavy Duty Fork Springs for GL1500
ITEM CODE: TR771522, SKU: TR771522
11.02.2011
5 Stars
| Love my new springs its like a new front for my old wing. Not that easy of a job but worth it. |
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Progressive Heavy Duty Fork Springs for GL1500
ITEM CODE: TR771522, SKU: TR771522
08.10.2009
5 Stars
| I have been riding and racing bikes along time and this is one of the best improvement in handling you can make. I have installed these on bikes since the early 80's. Made huge difference in my wing's handling. |
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Progressive Heavy Duty Fork Springs for GL1500
ITEM CODE: TR771522, SKU: TR771522
02.16.2009
5 Stars
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Spent the first of the month installing these progressive and rear progressive as well. While I was at it, replaced the rear rotar, front and back brake pads. My '88' 1500 is a totally different bike. Handling is awesome. Not too stiff and handles the corners well. I could tell the front stock shocks were in need of attention, but wow, didn't realize just how bad until now. I'm sure mamma will give our bike the thumbs up!! |
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Progressive Heavy Duty Fork Springs for GL1500
ITEM CODE: TR771522, SKU: TR771522
01.15.2009
4 Stars
| It is definitely much much better than the stock. Only negative is that, it does not give a very smooth working. It gives a hard feeling when riding. |
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Progressive Heavy Duty Fork Springs for GL1500
ITEM CODE: TR771522, SKU: TR771522
11.11.2008
5 Stars
| It is a superb addition to my wing. Handling became more confident due to the firmness. Btw, my machanic pumped in air to the shocks after the installation of the springs but I released it as it became more bumpier. Need advise from other fellow riders. thank you. |
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Progressive Heavy Duty Fork Springs for GL1500
ITEM CODE: TR771522, SKU: TR771522
11.11.2008
5 Stars
| This is a wonderful thing that can happen to a Wing rider. The confidence in riding is superb. Btw, does one need to pump in air to the shocks after the installation of the springs. My machanic did that but it became bumpier so |
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Progressive Heavy Duty Fork Springs for GL1500
ITEM CODE: TR771522, SKU: TR771522
09.02.2008
5 Stars
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Totally agree with Travis. Totally different ride with greater cornering confidence. |
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Progressive Heavy Duty Fork Springs for GL1500
ITEM CODE: TR771522, SKU: TR771522
08.29.2008
5 Stars
| Big difference the bike when you upgrade to these. Wouldn't go back to stock for anything now. |
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Progressive Heavy Duty Fork Springs for GL1500
ITEM CODE: TR771522, SKU: TR771522
12.02.2007
5 Stars
| Great item takes a little to get used too from the old ones but once that happens they are great. I had the honda shop put them in. |
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Progressive Heavy Duty Fork Springs for GL1500
ITEM CODE: TR771522, SKU: TR771522
12.01.2006
5 Stars
| Exelent super sport fork springs.. |
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