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Progressive Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit for GL1800
By Progressive Suspension SKU: TR779004
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Progressive Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit for GL1800
ITEM CODE: TR779004, SKU: TR779004
09.17.2013
Great Upgrade
Finally took the time to install these new tubes (setting in the garage for two months). This upgrade is a must for this bike. The route to work and back (round trip 88 miles) each day provides pleanty of obsticles for these tubes to be evaluated. The overall feel and response is great. The railroad tracks are just a little bump in the road, rough patches short or long do not move the bike off your chosen line, I can now use the front brake the way I prefer, and on the open road the front tracks as though the wheel is not even there. Very smooth. I am looking forward to the mountain ride soon. 2006 GL1800 Installed per instructions with one shim. Use the G702 Bridgestone rear, no need to raise the fork tubes for better turn in. Does make the bike taller for more ground clearence. If I purchased a new wing today this upgrade would be part of the package before I ever left the dealer. Ride safe and enjoy the freedom. Asphalt Aviator |
Progressive Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit for GL1800
ITEM CODE: TR779004, SKU: TR779004
06.23.2013
Smooth ride
Installed the Progressive rear spring and the Progressive front fork springs 600 miles ago and it was a wonderful improvement over stock. Wanted to try the Monotube Cartridges so now I can confirm that when both parts are new the Monotubes are definitely smoother. Alot of talk about the Cartridges raising the bike from the Progressive springs, but those must of been older springs that sagged some. My bike did raise in the front when I did the fork springs, but it is the identical height now with the Monotubes. The bike does lean over a bit more on the kickstand and it is okay, but I have a 1/2" plate that I am going to cut and weld onto the bottom of another kickstand I purchased from a trike take-off on ebay. I am 6'0" tall with a 34" inseam and weigh 230 pounds and I ran no spacers in the cartridges. Very happy with how smooth the front end is. In my opinion the bike now handles and rides perfect with my wife on giving us about a 375 pound load. I would prefer the back shock to be slightly softer when I ride solo, but it is way better than the way too soft stock rear spring. |
Progressive Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit for GL1800
ITEM CODE: TR779004, SKU: TR779004
06.16.2013
New Bike!
I bought my '06 1800 with 40K mi on it and was never very happy with the handling . Only thing I had to compare with was CX500 25 years ago, so I thought "just big bike". Put these on a couple weeks ago and have put 500mi on now, and WOW!! Now in fairness, it appears that the previous owner had never changed fork oil or seals, so it would have been interesting to see how much difference just that made, BUT, putting the progressives + All Balls in has made this a completely new bike! An extra 10MPH in curves that feels more confident than the old 10MPH slower, + better general bump handling, slow handling, and confidence in the bike. I had a dealer put them in, so no comment on ease of install, but VERY happy with the result! |
Progressive Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit for GL1800
ITEM CODE: TR779004, SKU: TR779004
06.07.2013
Monotubes
I installed the monotubes with 7700 miles on the clock. The front end is a little higher using the recommended shims and also stiffer. The additional height did not create a problem for me and the firmer forks planted the front end in the twisties. I also disabled the ADV and with the firmness the ADV, in my opinion, is not needed. Installation is easier than expected, can be done by a novice. The fork seal rebuild kit is a must when installing monotubes. |
Progressive Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit for GL1800
ITEM CODE: TR779004, SKU: TR779004
05.13.2013
replaced springs with Progressive monotube Fork Cartridge Kit.
I have about 26,000 on my wing. If I could have changed them sooner with these results I would have done it sooner! They were not avalible until this last year. I also replaced the rear mono spring with a Progressive spring and the head bearings with tappered bearings. I use to scrap my pegs quiet often now, hardly ever. Riding two up the bike handles like it is on rails. Highly recommended!!!! |
Progressive Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit for GL1800
ITEM CODE: TR779004, SKU: TR779004
04.04.2013
Proggresive Mono Tube Fork Cartridge Kit
I have a 2010 GL1800 with 38k. I began feeling and noticing that the ride height was getting lower by 35k and my left fork seal was starting to leak again. The ride was getting rough and every significant bump jarred me in my seat. I took the plunge and bought these instead of traxxion. The install took me about 6 hours. I viewed the vidio progressive had and did the install that way. I bought the seal kit wing stuff sells and replace all bushings and seals except the o-rings for the fork caps. I cleaned and replaced the fluid with the ss8 Honda oil. My old fork oil was black and had metallic flakes. I took a 8 mile ride after install and found the front was a little higher than it had been with the old springs. I used one shim for my weight (150-170lbs) and the loads I carry. Ride was very compliant or soft. Bigger bumps was better than OEM. I was not jolted like oem. Handling was way better the tires stuck to the ground and tracked perfectly. That was just a quick test ride after the installation. If I remember, I will post another review on them when I have more time in the saddle. In the mean time you can e mail for more info at [email protected]. |
Progressive Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit for GL1800
ITEM CODE: TR779004, SKU: TR779004
03.22.2013
Excellent
These are very good and worth the money i weigh about 180 at the moment and used i spacer per side which gives a slightly stiffer ride and good ground clearence which i like so far a top product hope they last a long time without any failure PS you may find that you no longer need a fork brace |
Progressive Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit for GL1800
ITEM CODE: TR779004, SKU: TR779004
12.18.2012
Simplify your life
I replaced my OEM with the monotube kit and simplified the care and feeding of a very important part of the GoldWing performance. I had already disabled the ADV prior and found the monotube inserts enhanced the ride. |
Progressive Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit for GL1800
ITEM CODE: TR779004, SKU: TR779004
12.17.2012
Best Yet.
After my fork seals started to seep yet again I decided to order this kit. I had progressive springs in the front already and was pretty happy with the ride. It was a very easy install. I used 1 shim per side and left the anti dive working. Wow!! What a difference. I never believed that something could make that much of a difference in ride and handling. Small little dips and riding up into a curb to enter a driveway used to be a bit harsh. Now the bike just floats over it and you would never know the dip was there. Handles nicer in the corners too. Best money I ever spent. |
Progressive Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit for GL1800
ITEM CODE: TR779004, SKU: TR779004
12.04.2012
monotubes
Installed these on my 09 along with a reinforced lower tree. Fantastic improvement. Better compression damping and rebound damping. I also have all balls tapered roller brgs. I shimmed my ADV and do not seem to need it now. I weigh 160 lbs and I used no shims. Like other poster said some small bumps are firm but overall a better ride. The feeling of control now when leaned over is much better. More confidence. It raised the front of my bike about 1 1/4 inches. I plan to slide the tubes up some next time I put it on the stand. That will lower the front part way back down. I have over 1000 miles on them so far. Jim GWRRA #320221 |
Progressive Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit for GL1800
ITEM CODE: TR779004, SKU: TR779004
09.24.2012
Great Suspension !
Installed prior to a 2700 mile road trip and I have to say that this is a GREAT upgrade in the front suspension. My wing feels more stable in turns and no more nose dives on hard braking. Very nice product. |
Progressive Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit for GL1800
ITEM CODE: TR779004, SKU: TR779004
09.24.2012
Good Return for the Money
Let me start by saying that I have over 40 years of riding, racing and building experience on over 30 motorcycles. This is about a 3-4 hour job if you are proficient with tools and your Goldwing. Be sure and put new oil in BEFORE mount back on the motorcyle!!! I had Progressive springs, 10 wt oil, fork brace with anti-dive shim in place and was pretty happy with the front suspension. Having put in the Monotube Cartridge kit now for a month I give it a thumbs up as an improvement. Consistent dampening with correct sag. The ONLY area that these are NOT better is over very small sharp edged bumps. They are not terrible, but not as smooth. I am happy over all with the improvement. DO NOT put in 2 preload shims. As a matter of fact, if I did not have to completely disassemble forks again, I would try it with no shim to see if theat helps the small bump issue. PS I dropped forks in tubes 1/2 inch for quicker handling with less initial sag and dive. |