GENERAL QUESTIONS
Front air shocks, instant-up kit, switch, and possibly a compressor.
If the existing rear air ride is an Arnott system and in good condition, you can re-use the compressor, rear shocks, rear control switch. If any other system, ie Legends, Tricky, etc, you can re-use the rear shocks and switch, but must replace the compressor.
Go to “Build your Own Kit” section under products and select your specific application
Yes, these systems do not require any other special parts to install.
No, our complete system comes with an instant-up kit. This kit utilizes an air tank to store compressed air. The front and rear air valves share this source of compressed air.
Yes, height adjustments can be made while riding.
Yes, dampening is achieved by an opposing air spring force on both the front and rear shocks.
No, in many cases you can use other compressors and valves. Consult the factory with specific questions.
Yes, we can provide components to install front air ride and valves and re-use another brand of rear shocks.
AirFX USA, LLC warranties all of the products we manufacture to be free from defects in workmanship and materials for the lifetime of ownership.
AirFX will consider making custom shocks for a variety of different bikes or unique applications.
AirFX rear shocks are designed with double seals yielding many years of trouble free performance. Eventually they will wear out, but can be rebuilt for a reasonable cost. The front shocks are sealed and have a life expectancy of at least 30,000 miles.
REAR SHOCKS
Shock travel is 2 inches. (Stock is about 1.5”)
The shocks are designed with the largest bore possible and still fit under the stock bags
Yes, can be adjusted while riding.
Softer than stock, even when riding two up.
Softail chopper frames are setup with the 85-99 style shocks. Pivots on both ends.
Yes, you can purchase rear air ride only. If you decide to upgrade to front and rear air ride, you can at a later time.
Yes, we can provide components to install front air ride and valves and re-use another brand of rear shocks.
Occasionally, we see the rear shocks “stick” all the way down, then pop up. This is caused by too much grease being applied during assembly. Usually, this problem goes away after breaking in the shock. If not, return to the factory to have the excess grease removed.
FRONT AIR RIDE
Yes, the cartridge compressed length can be adjusted. Consult the factory.
Yes, we can provide components to install front air ride and valves and re-use another brand of rear shocks.