American Motorcycle Dealer AMD 226 May 2018 | Page 49
Air ‘Bleed Feed’ Mono Shock Kit for 2018 Softails
Fullerton, California based V-twin air suspension
pioneer Platinum Air Suspension has announced a
new version of its popular ‘Bleed Feed’ air shock for
the 2018 M-8 Softails.
The company’s complete Mono Shock Kit includes all
the components necessary to convert the stock 2018
Softail into a “luxury ride with top flight handling and
the ability to fully adjust the ride height.”
The minimum retracted shock length is 10 7/8”, with
a maximum extended shock length of 12 7/8”,
resulting in a wide range of actual ride heights from
“slammed” to “full handling” mode with a full 4”
height range.
For California Softails, simply remove the EPA
canister from the transmission, install the canister to
the Platinum Air Suspension compressor/valve box,
and install the entire assembly to the back of the
transmission.
This kit covers the full range of 2018 Softail models
and is backed by a one-year limited warranty on all
material and manufacturing defects. Owner Mike
Ferris says that “we stand behind the brand as “it’s
all about the ride” and value the satisfaction of our
customers above all else.”
Founded in 2004 by Oscar Sanchez, Platinum Air
Suspension began by working on a custom bike
project and developed into a complete “air ride
system”. Fast forward to 2018, and owner and
designer Mike Ferris has developed the company and
product into a “world class industry standard - truly
the yardstick by which all others are measured.”
The ‘Bleed Feed’ system is Mike’s flagship
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technology, controlling both ride height and
rebound. The system is controlled by positive
pressure at all times and easily adjusted at the “flip
of a switch for complete comfort” based on rider
weight, road conditions and the operator’s riding
style.
The ‘Bleed Feed’ system includes air cylinders
machined from 6061 T-6 billet aluminum, air-control
valve, DOT-approved 1/4” line and fittings,
switch/electrical harness, air compressor, hardware
and line cutter.
Platinum also offers a simple, lower cost system,
which features the same high level of quality
components as the ‘Bleed Feed’, but does not
include rebound control. The system controls ride
height through pump and release pressure.
All Platinum Air Suspension shocks are available in
a wide variety of finishes - options include chrome,
polished, powder-coated or satin with specific color;
special order powder-coating also available.
PLATINUM AIR SUSPENSION
Fullerton, California, USA
Tel: 714 871 2424
[email protected]
www.platinumairsuspension.com