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TALL REAR SHOCK
941002672023-12-07
GENERAL INFORMATION
Table 1. General Information
Kits
Suggested Tools
Skill Level(1)
54000294A
Safety Glasses, Torque Wrench
(1) Tightening to torque value or other moderate tools and techniques required
KIT CONTENTS
Figure 1. Kit Contents: Tall Rear Shock
Table 2. Kit Contents: Tall Rear Shock
Verify that all contents are present in the kit before installing or removing items from vehicle.
Item
Qty
Description
Part No.
Notes
1
1
Shock, rear
54000138A
Items mentioned in text, but not included in kit
A
1
Pinch bolt
B
1
Lower shock screw
C
1
Upper shock screw
GENERAL
Models
For model fitment information, see the Parts and Accessories (P&A) Retail Catalog or the Parts and Accessories section of www.harley-davidson.com.
Verify that the most current version of the instruction sheet is used. It is available at: h-d.com/isheets
Contact Harley-Davidson Customer Support Center at 1-800-258-2464 (U.S. only) or 1-414-343-4056.
Installation Requirements
WARNING
Rider and passenger safety depend upon the correct installation of this kit. Use the appropriate service manual procedures. If the procedure is not within your capabilities or you do not have the correct tools, have a Harley-Davidson dealer perform the installation. Improper installation of this kit could result in death or serious injury. (00333b)
NOTE
This instruction sheet references service manual information. A service manual for the year and model motorcycle is required for this installation and is available from:
This item is available at a Harley-Davidson dealership.
  • Separate purchase of Shock Adjuster Recall Kit (Part No. 91500114) may be required for installation.
PREPARE
1. Remove seat. See service manual.
2. Disconnect negative battery cable. See service manual.
3. Remove fender, if necessary. See service manual.
4. Using a suitable lift, support frame and raise slightly to relieve pressure on the shock. See service manual.
5. See Figure 3. Inspect Pre-Load Adjuster (PLA) mounting to frame crossmember.
a. No lock nut is present: Separate purchase of Part No. (91500114) is required. Refer to Install Recall Kit.
b. Lock nut is present: Proceed to Removal and Install.
Install Recall Kit
1. See Figure 2. Install locking pliers (2) to PLA (3) and crossmember bracket (4).
2. Remove Original Equipment (OE) ¼-20 inch screw.
NOTE
Use extreme caution to not damage the hydraulic hose connecting the PLA to the shock.
3. Using 11/32 inch drill bit (1), drill through crossmember bracket (4) and PLA (3).
a. Using the existing hole on crossmember bracket (4) as a guide.
4. Remove locking pliers (2) and separate the PLA (3) from crossmember bracket (4).
a. Remove any burrs from drilling the components.
b. Clean metal chips from under the seat area.
c. Using Frame Paint Touch-Up Pen (Part No. 93936) or local approved equivalent for international dealers, touch up the brackets from drilling and to prevent any corrosion from forming.
d. Allow paint to dry.
111/32 in drill bit
2Locking pliers
3PLA
4Crossmember bracket
Figure 2. Rework Mounting Hole
1PLA
2Locknut
35/16 in Screw
4Crossmember bracket
Figure 3. Recall Kit Installed
REMOVE
1. Remove frame crossmember. See service manual.
2. See Figure 4. Remove cable strap (2).
3. See Figure 1. Remove pinch bolt (A).
4. Remove lower shock screw (B).
5. Remove upper shock screw (C).
6. Remove rear shock (1).
INSTALL
1. Install rear shock.
2. Install lower shock screw (B). Tighten.
Torque: 95–102 N·m (70–75 ft-lbs) Lower shock screw
3. Apply threadlocker to upper shock screw (C).
4. Align rear fork to upper shock mount.
5. Install upper shock screw (C). Tighten.
Torque: 108–122 N·m (80–90 ft-lbs) Upper shock screw
6. Apply threadlocker to pinch bolt (A).
7. Install pinch bolt (A). Tighten.
Torque: 16–20 N·m (12–15 ft-lbs) Pinch bolt
8. See Figure 4. Install cable strap (2).
9. See Figure 3. Install PLA (1) to crossmember (4).
10. Install 5/16-inch screw (3) and locknut (2). Tighten.
Torque: 32.8–36.3 N·m (24–27 ft-lbs)
1Rear shock
2Cable strap
Figure 4. Top Mounted Shock Adjuster
COMPLETE
1. Refer to Table 3. Adjust shock absorber.
2. Connect negative battery cable. See service manual.
3. Install frame crossmember. See service manual.
4. Install fender, if removed. See service manual.
5. Install seat. See service manual.
a. After installing seat, pull upward on seat to be sure it is locked in position.
PRELOAD ADJUSTMENT
Adjust suspension to suit load conditions, riding style and personal comfort. Increase preload to accommodate the total load. Reduce preload if carrying less weight. Do not exceed maximum GVWR or GAWR when loading.
See Figure 5. Rotate adjustment screw clockwise to increase preload setting, or counterclockwise to decrease preload setting until indicator shows appropriate preload setting.
Refer to Table 3. for new preload settings.
Figure 5. Preload Adjustment Screw
Table 3. Suspension Preload Table: Tall Rear Shock
ADDITIONAL WEIGHT OF PASSENGER, CARGO AND ACCESSORIES
LB
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
180
KG
0
9
18
27
36
45
54
64
73
82
RIDER WEIGHT
LB
KG
Preload Setting
160
73
0
0.5
0.5
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
3.5
4
180
82
0
0.5
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
3.5
4
4.5
200
91
0.5
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
3.5
4
4
4.5
220
100
1
1.5
2
2
2.5
3
3.5
4
4.5
5
240
109
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
3.5
4
4.5
5
5
260
118
1.5
2
2.5
3
3.5
4
4.5
4.5
5
5
280
127
2
2.5
3
3.5
3.5
4
4.5
5
5
5
300
136
2
2.5
3
3.5
4
4.5
5
5
5
5