465 Series Softail Shock w/RAP

The 465 Series R.A.P. (Remote Adjustable Preload) is a state of the art high pressure gas monotube shock design for the new Harley-Davidson M8 Softail models. It utilizes a large 46mm bore with deflective disc damping, preload adjustable threaded body and a 5 position rotatable rebound damping adjuster. The beefy 16mm hard chrome shaft rides on custom viton seals for a low friction and leak free life. Every shock includes a R.A.P. mounting bracket and instructions on various R.A.P. mounitng options depending on your bike model.

Available in 12.2", 12.6", 13.1" & 13.5" shock lengths with a 2:1 motion ratio in a Standard or Heavy-Duty spring rate featuring approximately 0.8”-1” ride height increments for M8 Softail Models. Each shock is hand-built, tuned and dyno’d and come with a Limited Lifetime Warranty.

HOW R.A.P. WORKS (See the Diagram in the Gallery Section below for visual guidance)
The Remote Adjustable Preload mechanism features an adjustment knob for quick and easy hand adjustment of the 465's preload. If your rear suspension feels too soft or bottoms out on bumps you can rotate the R.A.P. dial clockwise to stiffen the shock. To soften the shock for a smoother ride turn the R.A.P. dial counter-clockwise. The R.A.P. is ideal for quickly tuning your ride with a passenger vs riding solo.

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Details

Each length changes the height at the axle approximately one inch.

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Specifications

• Hard Anodized, 46mm bore, aluminum body

• Anodized aluminum shock mounting eye’s with spherical bearings (OE is rubber bushing / needle bearing)

• High pressure nitrogen, monotube design

• High performance deflective disc valving

• 16mm, precision ground, hard chrome rod

• 5 position rebound damping adjuster

• Threaded or RAP pre-load adjusters

• Improved damping characteristics and spring rates result in increased suspension compliance. This allows the rear suspension to more effectively absorb road irregularities, such as bridge abutments and longitudinal pavement cracks without the harshness associated with the OE suspension. Chassis stability is also improved for a more confidence inspiring ride. The 5 position rebound damping adjuster allows the rider to fine tune the shock for comfort and control.

Notes

Each length changes the height at the axle approximately one inch.

Every shock includes a R.A.P. mounting bracket. The R.A.P. (Remote Adjust Pre-Load) feature is a hydraulic system that allows for easy spring pre-load adjustment and can be installed with the R.A.P. adjuster mounted in either of the original equipment mount locations (depending on your particular Softail model). Under the seat (R.A.P. knob removed & adjustments made with an 8mm wrench) or behind and forward of the right side panel (knob installed). For Softail models that come factory equipped with a mechanical pre-load adjuster on the OE shock, The R.A.P. adjuster readily installs under the seat.

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