New pics: YSS shocks, Carlini bars, Le Pera sport smooth

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Feb 16, 2009 | 03:24 PM

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AdrianVall

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I agree, do what Howard says.

And, Sweeeeeeeet bike! looks great man. If you don't mind me asking, how much were those shocks? Keep them pics coming man!

Feb 16, 2009 | 03:33 PM

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BUSCHA

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Thanks Adrian! I don't remember exactly but they were around the 550$ mark. Quite expensive but a major improvement over stock. Howard will valve them for you to fit your requirements. Ask the man!

Feb 16, 2009 | 03:36 PM

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So are those shocks the kind you can easily adjust for 1-up to 2-up riding, or do they need to be tuned by someone who know what they're doing?

Feb 16, 2009 | 04:03 PM

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Hi rockon, I just put these shocks last week so I did not have time yet to fiddle with the various adjustments. I also confess that I am quite naive about mechanics. I think that it is good to have them set up for your weight, but then of course you can dial in various adjustments: you get a choice of various preload and rebound settings, you can even adjust the height of the shock (mine goes from 12" to 12.5"). See here http://www.yssusa.com/series-z.html model Z TRL 366 twin. Not sure if I answered your question though.

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Feb 16, 2009 | 04:18 PM

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rockon

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Originally Posted by BUSCHA

I ask because I primarily ride solo, but occasionally the wife comes with me, so I'd need an easily adjustable, possibly heavy duty shock. It seems like none are quite so easy to adjust as Progressives...their 440s specifically. But I know their are better shocks...Works, Penske, YSS, etc... I'll check em out.

Feb 16, 2009 | 04:44 PM

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looks awesome! very jelous of the shocks... very... howard is the man! love the bikes stance man!

Feb 17, 2009 | 02:45 AM

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Thanks Joe! Good shocks is a must have, go with the best you can afford. BTW I love your powder coating work. Your bike looks awesome. You've got skills!