You Ohlins guys were right!

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Nov 7, 2022 | 11:25 PM

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Old_Bikes

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From: NorCal

it's definitely been a game changer for me. 25 years on a rigid and suspension was more of a novelty until now. A very comfortable novelty. I never realized how good I could have had it. It's better than running the rear tire with low air pressure!

Nov 8, 2022 | 06:57 AM

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From: Texas Hill Country

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Originally Posted by eaglefan1

First thing I changed out on my bike when I got it was to the Blackline shocks. No more vertebrae jarring hits. Took a little while to get them adjusted where I want them, but well worth it. You get used to the ride and forget how bad the OEM shocks are until you take a different bike out for a run. Well worth the money.
Like everyone else, fronts are next after audio upgrade

A good suspension is comfortable, but it's really about safety, keeping the tire planted on the ground to maximize traction no matter the surface. You'll be hard pressed to go back to stock once you feel how good it can be.