Starting off, you will want to make sure the Sag is set for the added weight that is going to be on the motorcycle. This is the most important step before setting the rebound adjustment. 

To determine what to set your rebound to, it's essential to understand what you're adjusting and its impact on your ride.

Damping is crucial in all shocks to counteract negative rebound effects after the spring compresses. Without damping, the shock would feel excessively bouncy, akin to a pogo stick. To address this, we utilize an oil-filled damper to slow down the shock's return to its fully extended length after compression. By restricting oil flow in the damper, we control the rate at which the shock extends, increasing the force necessary to extend it after compression.

With the REVO-ST, you can adjust the rebound rate of the shock. This adjustment changes how easily oil flows through the dampers, altering ride quality—making it either bouncier or less bouncy. With a lower setting (ex. Setting 1) there is less resistance on the flow of oil within the damper, making for a much quicker rebound. Conversely, on a higher setting (ex. Setting 3) there is more resistance to the flow of oil, making for a much slower rebound speed.

Understanding these positions allows you to choose the rebound setting that suits your preference and riding conditions. Whether you prefer a more responsive or a smoother ride, adjusting the rebound setting accordingly can enhance your overall riding experience.

What does this mean to you as the rider? You have the ability to fine-tune your ride to changing road conditions, or riding configurations (one-up, two-up, etc.). The rebound adjustment on the Softail REVO-ST's is suggested based on the combined rider(s) weight, but in the end is left to the rider's preference (See table below.) Meaning one rider may prefer Setting 3, whereas another rider may prefer Setting 1. It's up to you as the rider to experiment and determine which position you like best but we recommend using our suggestion as a baseline.