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Old Apr 13, 2015 | 11:04 AM
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Question Ricor shocks compare to progressive 430

Anyone running these shocks? What do you think? Please don't sell me Ohlins or JRI, $600 is all I want to spend lol
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Old Apr 13, 2015 | 11:12 AM
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This is what I have Alex....


What ?? You clearly stated no Ohlins or JRI....and they are well within your budget! LOL
 
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Old Apr 13, 2015 | 11:49 AM
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RICOR ALL DAY. They will be set to your weight, and have much better damping than 430s. Ricors will even beat 444s most often, because they are set for your weight. Pay attention to travel as well.

The 444 @ $400 is a better choice than the 430.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2015 | 01:56 PM
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LOL Within my budget? You got to be kiddn'
It's not about money, I don't like the look.

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This is what I have Alex....


What ?? You clearly stated no Ohlins or JRI....and they are well within your budget! LOL
 
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Old Apr 13, 2015 | 01:57 PM
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I am currently running 430 contrast cut. I do want something a little better, 444 is good but I like contrast cut housing.

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RICOR ALL DAY. They will be set to your weight, and have much better damping than 430s. Ricors will even beat 444s most often, because they are set for your weight. Pay attention to travel as well.

The 444 @ $400 is a better choice than the 430.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2015 | 02:04 PM
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I went from the 412's to the 430s and I thought the 430's were a major upgrade. Save your coin for something else is my vote.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2015 | 02:04 PM
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I won't try and sell you, Ohlins #2 are less than $600. Of the 2 you listed I'd run the stockers.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2015 | 02:08 PM
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I have the chrome 430s. They are a little stiff but they are 11" not the factory 12". I will say even lowered my bike handles so much better than stock. Some might not like the 430s but I love them.
 
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I used to run the Ricors, blew their seals in 2 years. Many have had the same issues and its becoming harder to contact Brian/Ricor to see if they will fix em. I run the Pro 970s, but out of your $600 budget.
 
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