Well, all four new shocks are now on the SD.

The ride is marginally better. The front shocks were perfectly OK, IMHO, and did not really need to be changed........which I found out after I removed them.

The rear shocks were toast. Massive leaking of fluid and almost no gas.

The rear end does not hop all over the road anymore......so.......I'm pleased about that.......but.......the ride quality is nowhere near what I would expect.

It's absolutely no match for the SDL. I took the SDL up to CT today and I marvel at how smooth it rides as compared to the SD. Can't quite figure out why other than the longer wheelbase and the softer Michelin tires.