I am looking to upgrade rear shocks/springs

[Guest]

So far these are the ones I am looking at, in the heavy duty ones. I do notice that it says the extra heavy are not recommended for my bike specifically though. I dont like feeling like I bottom out whenever I sit on the bike that these current springs have[the PO also warned me about the soft springs].

I am also undecided on which to ultimately go for in terms of the 12 series (I think I was looking at the 13.5" ones) or the 14 series shocks.

Any advice will be appreciated. Thank you!

[cowboyup3371]

Check out the Hagons too. They seem to be real nice shocks and came to me at a great price (208).

[bwringer]

Agreed on the Hagons -- they're in the same cost ballpark as 12 series shocks and springs, and they also work quite nicely. Worth checking out.


The only difference between Progressive's 12 and 14 series is that the 12 series shocks are sold bare, without springs. You buy the springs separately, and then you have to assemble the springs with the shocks.

14 series shocks come already assembled with springs and some have fancy chrome end covers added, but the shocks are exactly the same as the 12 series.

[JCSkokos]

Checked out the website and after getting over the initial confusion of the currency, I like these ones. I like that they come pre-built and with the spanner to adjust the preload and has a 10 point damper adjustment. The price of $310 hits hard though. Which ones did you get (these?)? Also are they stiffer/harder than the stock shocks/springs?

[bwringer]

I have the 12 series Progressive shocks with 120/170 springs (extra-extra heavy springs because I'm a lardass who rides really fast...)

I know several people who also have the basic Hagons (no damping adjustment, preload adjuster only) who have also been very happy.

I don't know about their adjustable damping shocks, although in general Hagon has an excellent reputation. I think you get a much better warranty with Hagons as well.

Here's the US distributor for Hagon shocks -- you can call Dave and get a recommendation:

http://www.davequinnmotorcycles.com/

If you're willing to spend around three bills, the hot stuff might be Ikon shocks -- I hear they're a big step up from the basic Hagons and Progressives:

http://www.z1enterprises.com/SearchResult.aspx?All=True&KeyWords=ikon

[JCSkokos]

do you know if the Hagons have different spring rates? I think I would prefer to have stiffer than standard springs. I cant find the option on their sites. only for the shock bodies.
The Koni shocks look nice, but would they fit my GS? I see it says the longer 2 fit the 650GT. Is this just another way of writing the G series throughout the years?
one more; are the chrome caps needed? they seem to be out of stock... lol

[cowboyup3371]

You'll have to call and talk to Dave to be sure.