Shock woes
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Road Warrior
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Shock woes
I was set on getting a set of 11.25" Street Trackers from Works. I call to order them and he talks me out of them. I want to lower my bike and still be able to handle the curves. Compromise sucks. Who else, besides Last Saint, is running a 12" Works shock? Any pics would be helpful.
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If you want to lower your bike and get the best handling call HDF sponsor Howard at Motorcycle Metal. He builds custom Ohlins and can help. Don't be surprised if experts talk you out of short shocks, as they seriously compromise comfort and handling.
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Lots of options out there. If you go with high dollar shocks make sure they are local. Otherwise you get into a shipping nightmare.
I like Progressive but if I had the money I would look at Ricor. They have some great front end upgrade equipment and there's no reason to think their shocks aren't equally fantastic.
The Ikon shocks look good to me too. The price is a bit high (about $400) but they are rebuildable and aren't as touchy as Ohlins to set up.
I like Progressive but if I had the money I would look at Ricor. They have some great front end upgrade equipment and there's no reason to think their shocks aren't equally fantastic.
The Ikon shocks look good to me too. The price is a bit high (about $400) but they are rebuildable and aren't as touchy as Ohlins to set up.
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Progessive shocks aren't an option for me. I may use their front springs. I am planning to run 12" works street trackers. I don't have any wiring under my fender so I may use a small lowering block if I want it to sit lower. I'll have to check out the Ikon shocks.
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Like I said; just curios.
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The Ikon's are very nice, with some adjustments and are rebuildable.
Stock height will give you a better ride and handling.
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I was set on getting a set of 11.25" Street Trackers from Works. I call to order them and he talks me out of them. I want to lower my bike and still be able to handle the curves. Compromise sucks. Who else, besides Last Saint, is running a 12" Works shock? Any pics would be helpful.
I thought last saint had an 11.6" shock on his bike. Looks like it anyways.
Last edited by rounder; Feb 15, 2010 at 01:47 PM.
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