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FasTriumph · 08-18-2009, 02:26 PM

Hey Everybody,
46,000 miles is enough for the original shock. My 135 lb son (13 years old; yikes he's going to be bigger than me) and I ride together alot. Also, my wife is a frequent passenger; much lighter than the boy! Shock bottoms out and the bike is not sticking to the road perfectly. It has deteriorated to pretty good.

Anyway, two questions for you.

1. Is the Hagon the best way to go? Dave Quinn MC has impressed me with service, knowledge, etc. Plus many of you have strongly endorsed going this route. However, I want the absolute best rear shock. Anyone care to make a case for a different shock?

2. Have not done the research but am inclined to go DIY on this. Any concerns about about doing it at home?

Thanks for the guidance.

Doublenikkel · 08-18-2009, 04:02 PM

Yes, Dave Quinn is the way to go!! I ordered a Hagon from them in Febuary and the shock has more than lived up to my expectations. I only had 35k on my bike when I replaced the stocker that was leaking wih the Hagon. Now it feels more planted and stable, I also have the Racetec Gold valves on the front with heavier springs, the Hagon spring rate matches well.

JohnD · 08-21-2009, 10:16 AM

I also have a Racetech front and a Hagon rear and the combination was a great improvement. However, DaytonaCharlie replaced his Hagon with a Penski multi-adjustable shock which he reported as much better than the Hagon. Of course, it is also significantly more expensive, but DC felt well worth it. I am not sure which model Penski he used but I think it was the 8987 series:

http://www.penskeshocks.com/Motorcycle-Shocks.php