Performance Foundation: Progressive Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit for Harley Touring (1997–2013)

The Progressive Suspension Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit is the essential, game-changing suspension upgrade for riders of Harley-Davidson Touring models from 1997 through 2013 (EVO and Twin Cam chassis). This advanced kit entirely replaces the obsolete damping rod and spring assemblies with a modern, high-performance monotube cartridge system, delivering vastly improved damping control, reduced front-end dive, and superior stability to the front end of your Road King, Electra Glide, or Street Glide.
Monotube Technology: Consistency is Key

Progressive Suspension’s innovative Monotube design is crucial for transforming the feel of these older bikes.

Superior Damping Control: The cartridge design provides consistent, high-quality, non-fading hydraulic damping throughout the entire fork travel. This eliminates the wallowing, uncontrolled compression, and harsh feel typical of the stock damping rod system.

Reduced Brake Dive: A major benefit is the significant reduction in the notorious front-end dive under braking. The controlled damping keeps the chassis level, which improves geometry, stability, and rider confidence during deceleration.

Enhanced Stability: The improved damping response ensures the tire stays planted, providing a more stable and predictable feel through corners and over road irregularities.

Linear Rate Springs: The kit includes specially designed linear-rate springs that work in concert with the monotube damping, providing consistent and progressive support without the harshness often found in factory setups.

Installation and Quality

This Harley Touring Front Suspension Upgrade 1997-2013 is designed for a straightforward, impactful improvement.

Direct Bolt-In Replacement: Engineered as a direct, bolt-in replacement for the internal components of the fork tubes on all 1997-2013 Harley Touring models (FLH/FLT variants).

Self-Contained Unit: The entire assembly is self-contained and pre-valved, simplifying the installation process compared to complicated fork rebuilds.

Lifetime Warranty: Progressive Suspension stands behind its products, offering a limited lifetime warranty on the Progressive Monotube Fork Kit Twin Cam, assuring long-term reliability.

The Progressive Monotube Cartridge Kit Touring is the definitive, high-value solution for riders seeking to eliminate the handling limitations and achieve a stable, controlled, and comfortable ride on their classic Harley Touring motorcycle.
Progressive Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit For Harley Touring

True high performance and increased comfort is provided with this kit by upgrading the technology your front forks are using. This state-of-the-art monotube fork Kit represents the pinnacle of front end handling.
Features:

High performance specialty components replace the sloppy open bath damping found in stock H-D forks
Gas charged monotube fork cartridges and custom tuned fork springs
Complete, direct replacement for your stock internal components
Improved resistance to front brake dive
Improved front end stability
Improved cornering
Improved bottoming control
Made in the USA

Fitment Notes & Exceptions

Changing ride height can potentially change many carefully-engineered attributes of your bike, including trail and mechanical trail
A change in ride height at one end of the vehicle usually will require a change at the other end
Prior to purchasing front-end components that are different than your OEM length, please verify that wheel and suspension travel can be altered without causing clearance issues – common interference spots include triple trees, fenders, frame, and of course, the ground
Not for Trike models (FLHTCUTG, FLHXXX)

This Product Fits

Harley Davidson
Electra Glide Classic FLHTC/I 1997-2013
Electra Glide CVO/SE FLHTCSE 2004
Electra Glide CVO/SE FLHTCSE2 2005
Electra Glide Standard FLHT/I 1997-2009
Electra Glide Ultra Classic FLHTCU/I 1997-2013
Electra Glide Ultra Limited FLHTK 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Road Glide Custom FLTRX 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Road Glide CVO/SE FLTRSE3 2009
Road Glide CVO/SE FLTRSEI2 2001
Road Glide CVO/SE FLTRXSE 2012, 2013
Road Glide FLTR/I 1998-2009
Road Glide SE FLTRSEI 2000
Road Glide Ultra CVO/SE FLTRUSE 2011
Road Glide Ultra FLTRU 2011, 2012, 2013
Road King Classic FLHRC/I 1998-2013
Road King Custom FLHRS/I 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Road King CVO/SE FLHRSE3 2007
Road King CVO/SE FLHRSE4 2008
Road King CVO/SE FLHRSEI 2002
Road King CVO/SE FLHRSEI2 2003
Road King FLHR/I 1997-2013
Street Glide CVO/SE FLHXSE 2010
Street Glide CVO/SE FLHXSE2 2011
Street Glide CVO/SE FLHXSE3 2012
Street Glide FLHX/I 2006-2013
Ultra Classic Electra Glide CVO/SE FLHTCUSE 2006
Ultra Classic Electra Glide CVO/SE FLHTCUSE2 2007
Ultra Classic Electra Glide CVO/SE FLHTCUSE3 2008
Ultra Classic Electra Glide CVO/SE FLHTCUSE4 2009
Ultra Classic Electra Glide CVO/SE FLHTCUSE5 2010
Ultra Classic Electra Glide CVO/SE FLHTCUSE6 2011
Ultra Classic Electra Glide CVO/SE FLHTCUSE7 2012