Can you use a bike pump for shocks?

The short answer is no, it will not work properly. You might be able to get some air in there but you’ll never be able to get the right quantity. The volume on air shocks is so small that you’ll never get an accurate reading from a floor pump.

Do you need a shock pump for air suspension?

The answer is yes. A special shock pump is needed for properly adjusting an air shock. Unlike regular tire pumps, shock pumps are an instrument of precision.

How much air should be in motorcycle shocks?

For the rear shock, start at about half of your rider weight for air pressure. You will have to adjust from here, but you will want to achieve the proper SAG for your frame, as recommended by your frame manufacturer. Typically this is somewhere between 30-40% of overall travel.

Can you use tire pump as shock pump?

A tire pump is designed to fill a large volume of air, to relatively low pressures, pretty quickly. You can technically fill a schrader valve tube using a shock pump, but because the volume of air for each repetition of the pump will be so low, it might take a week to fill the tire.

How do I choose a shock pump?

Here is a guideline:

1. Gauge. This is one of the essential elements of a shock pump.
2. Body. Without a body, the pump wouldn’t survive.
3. Handle. With high pressure, you need a comfortable handle.
4. Hose. Every MTB shock pump has a flexible high-pressure hose.
5. Head.
6. Valve head.
7. Bleed valve.
8. Display.

How much air should be in Harley rear shocks?

Fasten the shock-absorber air pump to the rear air- suspension adjustment valve. Pressurize the rear air- suspension system to check for air leaks. Adjust air pressure for rider comfort and to accommodate changing load conditions. Do not exceed 50 psi (241kPa).

What is the correct tire pressure for a Harley Davidson?

36psi
Most Harley-Davidson® motorcycles are equipped with Dunlop® tires; the tire pressures (cold) should be 36psi front and 40psi rear. Also, check your tires for uneven tread wear and any deterioration in the sidewalls and in the tread itself.