Softail Shock Plastic Sleeve

By Mark DiPietro

Question for Fix My Hog

I notice that earlier model Softails don’t have the plastic sleeve. I’m assuming that Harley doesn’t do these as a serviceable part. So what difference will it make apart from the protection from grit, etc.?

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Fix My Hog Answers

Shocks with the sleeves should not be assembled without for fitment purposes. There would be no benefit to assemble without the sleeves.

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One Response to “Softail Shock Plastic Sleeve”

  1. Richard

    Your answer didn’t make sense to me