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Bilgeslop · Oct 27th, 2010, 11:28 PM

Does anyone know where I can score a set of chrome covers for the shocks on my '09 Streetbob? I can spend $400 on the shocks that comes stock on the Fat Bob, and Progressive has some options, but they, too are complete shocks. Just looking for the covers...not saying I'm cheap or anything...oh, who am I kidding, I'm cheaper than a pair of chinese made tricycle shocks.

Admiral Nelson · Oct 28th, 2010, 12:48 PM

These are great and a good price. Surely you can get something like this in the US

Click on this link Hagon Twin Shocks

bwalsh22 · Nov 1st, 2010, 02:08 PM

Most I have seen are full replacements, never found just the covers.

Admiral Nelson · Nov 1st, 2010, 04:29 PM

Is it worth buying covers when hagons are so cheap?

NEWHD74FAN · Nov 1st, 2010, 05:17 PM

An alternative would be metallic paint, key here of course is surface preparation, multiple light coats and final clear coating. Can't get much "cheaper" and results will be very good if you take your time.

bwalsh22 · Nov 2nd, 2010, 08:50 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Admiral Nelson View Post

Is it worth buying covers when hagons are so cheap?

I do not know much about the hagon shocks, but I would do some research on them. Usually cheaper is not always better. You may not like the ride after putting cheap shocks on, not to mention the longevity of them. IMO I would save for the progressives and go that route. I am cheap as well and fret over things for months before dropping the money on them but when it comes down to it, do what is right rather then what is cheap.

Again to each there own and if the research says they are good then go for it.

Admiral Nelson · Nov 2nd, 2010, 05:38 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Hobbit View Post

Hagon are one of the worlds leaders in Shocks and for once Cheap does mean rubbish or poor quality, there fork kits use progressives, Spings, but there rears are built in the UK using quailty kit, i have always used them on custom builds as for longevity most Hagon Shocks will more than likey outlive the bike, ride quality is awesome and if you give them all the specs you want they will custom build them for you - i see you have the link already, the one issue is that the progressives will most likley be cheaper as shipping from the UK could hurt unless hagon have a US importer and supplier

Well said Buddy. Hagon are a quality brand for a reasonable price. I have met the MD. When you buy the shocks they want to know your weight, riding style etc. and fit the correct weight springs to suit you.

Bilgeslop · Nov 4th, 2010, 11:43 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Admiral Nelson View Post

Well said Buddy. Hagon are a quality brand for a reasonable price. I have met the MD. When you buy the shocks they want to know your weight, riding style etc. and fit the correct weight springs to suit you.

A couple of points:
1) When I convert the currencies, those Hagons aren't so inexpensive as to make me feel as nervous as I did when I saw a pair of Chinese shocks in the custom chrome catalog for something like $79!
2) They have to be TUV certified for sale in Europe, right? Those standards are MUCH tougher than our Department Of Transportation.

I think I'm going to visit a metric dealer this weekend and see if they can get me a pair. Thanks guys, and fair winds and following seas, Admiral!

NEWHD74FAN · Nov 5th, 2010, 12:04 AM

Hagon is a well known brand Internationally, though not nearly as well known or as expensive as Ohlins as Hobbit says due to lack of importing resources....

fin_676 · Nov 5th, 2010, 04:56 AM

If you go to this link you will find details of north American distributors of hagon shocks perhaps if you contact them they will be able to advise on the best way to get some

NORTH AMERICA

Brian

Oct 28th, 2010, 12:48 PM	#2
Admiral Nelson Banned Ride: 2010 Street Bob Join Date: Oct 27th, 2010 Location: Plymouth UK Posts: 229	Re: Chrome shock covers for a streetbob? These are great and a good price. Surely you can get something like this in the US Click on this link Hagon Twin Shocks

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bwalsh22 Community Star Ride: No Bike Now - Hope to have one again in the future Join Date: May 15th, 2008 Location: Easton, PA Posts: 784 My Mood:	Re: Chrome shock covers for a streetbob? Most I have seen are full replacements, never found just the covers.

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Admiral Nelson Banned Ride: 2010 Street Bob Join Date: Oct 27th, 2010 Location: Plymouth UK Posts: 229	Re: Chrome shock covers for a streetbob? Is it worth buying covers when hagons are so cheap?

Nov 1st, 2010, 05:17 PM	#5
NEWHD74FAN Retired Moderators Ride: 2004 Sportster XL1200R Join Date: Aug 24th, 2008 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 8,270 My Mood:	Re: Chrome shock covers for a streetbob? An alternative would be metallic paint, key here of course is surface preparation, multiple light coats and final clear coating. Can't get much "cheaper" and results will be very good if you take your time. __________________ * Please click "Self Help Tips" tab for service tips, diagnostic codes & such * ;o) * Please click "Search" tab and keywords to find related threads *

Nov 2nd, 2010, 08:50 AM	#6
bwalsh22 Community Star Ride: No Bike Now - Hope to have one again in the future Join Date: May 15th, 2008 Location: Easton, PA Posts: 784 My Mood:	Re: Chrome shock covers for a streetbob? Quote: Originally Posted by Admiral Nelson View Post Is it worth buying covers when hagons are so cheap? I do not know much about the hagon shocks, but I would do some research on them. Usually cheaper is not always better. You may not like the ride after putting cheap shocks on, not to mention the longevity of them. IMO I would save for the progressives and go that route. I am cheap as well and fret over things for months before dropping the money on them but when it comes down to it, do what is right rather then what is cheap. Again to each there own and if the research says they are good then go for it.

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Nov 2nd, 2010, 05:38 PM	#7
Admiral Nelson Banned Ride: 2010 Street Bob Join Date: Oct 27th, 2010 Location: Plymouth UK Posts: 229	Re: Chrome shock covers for a streetbob? Quote: Originally Posted by Hobbit View Post Hagon are one of the worlds leaders in Shocks and for once Cheap does mean rubbish or poor quality, there fork kits use progressives, Spings, but there rears are built in the UK using quailty kit, i have always used them on custom builds as for longevity most Hagon Shocks will more than likey outlive the bike, ride quality is awesome and if you give them all the specs you want they will custom build them for you - i see you have the link already, the one issue is that the progressives will most likley be cheaper as shipping from the UK could hurt unless hagon have a US importer and supplier Well said Buddy. Hagon are a quality brand for a reasonable price. I have met the MD. When you buy the shocks they want to know your weight, riding style etc. and fit the correct weight springs to suit you.

Nov 4th, 2010, 11:43 PM	#8
Bilgeslop Start The Engine Ride: 2009 Street Bob Join Date: Apr 14th, 2009 Location: South Florida, USA Posts: 19 My Mood:	Re: Chrome shock covers for a streetbob? Quote: Originally Posted by Admiral Nelson View Post Well said Buddy. Hagon are a quality brand for a reasonable price. I have met the MD. When you buy the shocks they want to know your weight, riding style etc. and fit the correct weight springs to suit you. A couple of points: 1) When I convert the currencies, those Hagons aren't so inexpensive as to make me feel as nervous as I did when I saw a pair of Chinese shocks in the custom chrome catalog for something like $79! 2) They have to be TUV certified for sale in Europe, right? Those standards are MUCH tougher than our Department Of Transportation. I think I'm going to visit a metric dealer this weekend and see if they can get me a pair. Thanks guys, and fair winds and following seas, Admiral!

Nov 5th, 2010, 12:04 AM	#9
NEWHD74FAN Retired Moderators Ride: 2004 Sportster XL1200R Join Date: Aug 24th, 2008 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 8,270 My Mood:	Re: Chrome shock covers for a streetbob? Hagon is a well known brand Internationally, though not nearly as well known or as expensive as Ohlins as Hobbit says due to lack of importing resources.... __________________ * Please click "Self Help Tips" tab for service tips, diagnostic codes & such * ;o) * Please click "Search" tab and keywords to find related threads *

Nov 5th, 2010, 04:56 AM	#10
fin_676 Moderators Ride: 1992 Softail Custom Join Date: Dec 21st, 2008 Location: Banffshire,Scotland Posts: 3,989 My Mood:	Re: Chrome shock covers for a streetbob? If you go to this link you will find details of north American distributors of hagon shocks perhaps if you contact them they will be able to advise on the best way to get some NORTH AMERICA Brian __________________ I try to put my brain in gear before my hands go on the keyboard Self Help Information and Tips - Harley Davidson Community

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