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    Rear shocks: Progressive vs. Hagon

    OK, I'm planning to replace my rear shocks and have been doing a lot of searching/reading. Progressives are by far the most recommended brand. Hagons seem to be regarded as better shocks. Progressivses will cost about $230 plus shipping. Hagons are only $218 plus shipping.

    This doesn't make sense... What am I missing?

    #2
    Hagons imho are the better choice. However, the chrome on the springs isn't the best - might be why they're cheaper.
    79 GS1000S
    79 GS1000S (another one)
    80 GSX750
    80 GS550
    80 CB650 cafe racer
    75 PC50 - the one with OHV and pedals...
    75 TS100 - being ridden (suicidally) by my father

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      #3
      Meh. I don't care much what color the springs are as long as they perform. Function before form. (I was planning to go with black anyway.)

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        #4
        I have a set of each and they are both quality aftermarket shocks. The Hagons were a little stiff initially but after about 500 miles they broke in nicely. I do not think you can go wrong with either brand. One nice thing about the Hagons is that when you call for them Dave will ask you about your weight, riding style, and two up riding. I think the inner dampers are the same for the model you choose but the outer spring they use will be based on the information you give them.
        82 GS850L - The Original http://s224.photobucket.com/albums/d...ePics067-1.jpg
        81 GS1000L - Brown County Hooligan http://s224.photobucket.com/albums/d...ivePics071.jpg
        83 GS1100L - Super Slab Machine http://s224.photobucket.com/albums/d...t=DCP_1887.jpg
        06 KLR650 - "The Clown Bike" :eek: http://s224.photobucket.com/albums/d...nt=SERally.jpg
        AKA "Mr Awesome" ;)

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          #5
          Yeah it took a while to get mine, but I think they look really sharp. Unfortunately, I have nothing to compare them to. But I did like that dave was asking all those questions to get me set up with the right shock for the job

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            #6
            How long did it take to get your Hagons?

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              #7
              Got mine in about three weeks.
              Dee Durant '83 750es (Overly molested...) '88 gl1500 (Yep, a wing...)

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                #8
                I think mine took 4 or 5? But as I recall, it's because the spring he needed was on back order from the UK. I believe it was a one off situation. Definitely give Dave a call and ask what he can tell you about benefits etc. He definitely sold me, but that was around 2 years ago, so I've since forgotten

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