Air Pump on RSTD

[NEO55]

Is it a easy to add a air pump for the mono air shock on the RSTD? Should I get one from a RSV or is there an after market set up. Id just like the convenience of adding air on the fly rather than stopping at gas station to add air.

[RandyR]

The RSV doesn't have a pump for the air shock. The older Gen1 VR did.

 

Buy a $30 Harley no loss hand pump and carry it in a saddle bag. Its small and takes 1 minute to give the shock a shot of air.

[Freebird]

I agree and you really shouldn't be using the air pump at the gas station anyway. You stand a real chance of blowing the seal in your shock. Most of us use the small Progressive hand pump. Quick and easy.

[Davo]

I'm a new owner of a '06 RSTD. I bought the Progressive Suspension pump with a range from 0-60 psi. It takes about five minutes to air up both ends and from what I can tell, there was absolutely NO air loss while I was removing the pump. Airing the rear up to 40 psi resulted in a noticeable improvement in handling. There was about 10 psi when I started. I am keeping the front at 4-5 psi. The ride is somewhat firm but definitely NOT harsh or rough at these pressures.

 

Davo

[farm1810]

The small hand pump works great, is inexpensive, etc. I run about 30 - 35 psi rear, 5 psi front and this works well for me. I just checked my pressure last week for the first time in about 2 months and there had been no air loss. Pretty reliable system I think.

[NEO55]

I'll look into those pumps. Thanks

[billmac]

are you talking about two different pumps or just the Harley pump? will a bicyle pump work ok?

[playboy]

Just the HD pump or one made like it. Zero air loss is the kicker not something you will get with a bicycle pump. The front forks take such a small volume of air if you try and check them with a gauge you will loose what air you have and will end up with and imbalance in your forks which may lead to handling problems. Better to have 0 psi up front till you have one of these pumps.

[GeorgeS]

As I understand it, all H Dealers carry these pumps. I paid 48.95 plus tax I think.

They work great, as advertised !! No chance of blowing the seals.

[billmac]

Thanks i got lost their.

[hunter 1500]

Got mine on ebay for about $30. Just used it this morning to pump it up to 40# because I leave on a trip to Jersey tomorrow.

[billmac]

Stopped at the Harley dealer 50.00 but they said they have a new generation digital one arriving soon for 10.00 more.

[playboy]

Stopped at the Harley dealer 50.00 but they said they have a new generation digital one arriving soon for 10.00 more.

 

 

 

Save the $10 bucks and put $2 dollars with it and join up you will get a better return on your investment. Besides the gauge works just fine.

[dacheedah]

the hardley pumps are up in cost, still #1 choice