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08-15-2010, 09:51 AM | #1 |
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Rear..airshocks..alternative...?
I wonder..because I don't like the stock.
I would like to replace them by something better. Any ideas..experiences and tips for other shocks? Like to hear ! Login or Register to Remove Ads |
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08-15-2010, 10:48 AM | #2 |
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Rear..airshocks..alternative...?
I replaced my original air shocks with Progressive 440 shocks. I could never get the OEM shocks adjusted to suit me, regardless if it was for solo or two-up riding.
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08-15-2010, 11:30 AM | #3 | |
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Can you give me some info where to get them? Also..what's your judgement on those shocks compared to the stock ones? Are those shocks air or oil based? What's the cost? You see..lots of questions. Like your avatar anyway..you look real mean. :) |
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08-15-2010, 11:38 AM | #4 |
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I used a shorter length in order to lower my Nomad a little. The link below may help with some of your questions. I purchased mine from Amazon if I remember correctly.
Kip http://www.progressivesuspension.com...ies/index.html |
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08-16-2010, 08:51 AM | #6 | ||
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Now I must find a way to get them. That could be a problem. Oh..and eh..maybe it's the cigar make you look mean. |
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08-16-2010, 08:59 AM | #7 | |
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08-16-2010, 09:07 AM | #8 |
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Rear..airshocks..alternative...?
I upgraded ( not by choice) to Progressive 416's. Right shock puked oil out 2 days before Warranty was up - then 6 months later left shock lost valving, causing bike to act like it was alwasy driving on tar strips, very annoying. With 416's bike doesn't bottom out like it did before, the ride is good except when hitting very large potholes and cracks and then it is very firm. However, much better than the Pogo stick shock from Kawi!
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08-17-2010, 11:58 AM | #9 | |
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stockshocks..they bottom out.every time there's some obstacle. Oilseal at the right side is bleeding. I have to do something about it. But now you made me doubt which way to go. |
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08-17-2010, 07:30 PM | #10 |
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Rear..airshocks..alternative...?
Sometimes you can find Progressive shocks on Ebay, Id go with the 440's myself. Ive never heard of any problems with them.
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