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Old Feb 18, 2012 | 11:13 PM
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You'll probably find out really quick that the stock shocks are harsh. Get it and ride it a little while first before you decide what you do/do not want to change.

I'd say to hold off on the Short Shots unless you're positive that's what you want. You'll quickly find that it seems EVERYONE has Short Shots.

For a rear seat I just have one of those Phantom suction cup seats. They're like $30 on Ebay.




Those pipes look amazing!
 
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Old Feb 18, 2012 | 11:33 PM
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The very first thing I would do is get a set of lowered RK air shocks...best and least money you will ever spend on the bike.
 
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