Shocks that don't break the bank;

[JOSH00]

I have 02 RT that are needing shocks replaced. I was wondering if their are any shocks you can get that don't cost and arm and leg. I have almost bought some ohlins but just can't pull myself to spend about $15 or 1600 dollars for them.
Didn't know if their is any about half that price or if I should bite the bullet and buy some ohlins. Thanks for any help.

[DARKCLOUD]

Consider a set of shocks off an RTP. They are heavy duty. Are yours leaking? Jon

[pffog]

You don't buy good shocks, you just put a security deposit on them, as even after 10 years you can get 2/3 of that deposit back by selling them.

Plus it will be the best $$$ you will spend on the bike.

[JOSH00]

Mine are not leaking, but I can tell they are riding different, they have 42k on them. What are some other shocks that are good and where is the best place to get them.

[pffog]

Mine are not leaking, but I can tell they are riding different, they have 42k on them. What are some other shocks that are good and where is the best place to get them.

At 42k they were toast a long time ago. Lots of places, get something set up for your weight and riding style, don't just buy off the shelf. I used Lindemann Engineering for my last set.

[JOSH00]

Where can you order shocks, even ohlins. I have googled ohlins, hagons, and wilbers but can't find a place to order them except across seas.

[queretaro]

I bought Hagons for my R1100R from Dave Quinn Motorcycles in Bethany Ct. About $800 for the front and rear together. www.davequinnmotorcycles.com

regards,
Mark

[BugCollector]

I installed a set of Wilber's from http://www.beemershop.com/ While they were expensive they have transformed the handling of the bike. Mine's a 2004 R1150RT with 62000 miles. The shocks have made me a better rider because they don't wallow around corners and they follow every ripple in the pavement. I hemmed and hawed for weeks before placing my order and had buyers remorse about the cost before the new shocks were delivered. As soon as the shocks were installed the regret vanished. My bike handles better than when new. I am very happy with my purchase and wouldn't hesitate to do it again.

[limecreek]

I have 02 RT that are needing shocks replaced. I was wondering if their are any shocks you can get that don't cost and arm and leg. I have almost bought some Ohlins but just can't pull myself to spend about $15 or 1600 dollars for them.
Didn't know if their is any about half that price or if I should bite the bullet and buy some Ohlins. Thanks for any help.

I picked up a set of Ohlins struts from David for $1100 shipped. One thing you can do to keep the price in check is to forgo the remote preload adjuster that is unless you routinely go back and forth between solo and 2-up riding. It will save $250-$300.

You can always expect to get at least 60% of the original value of the struts when you sell them used.

David Behrend
www.FastBikeIndustries.com
(828)243-7240 - mobile

Cheers!

[drsales]

http://www.kyleusa.com/

They were at my door in a few days, best pricing I could find.

[Bobmws]

Check the offerings at http://epmperf.com/hyperpro-motorcycle-shocks.htm
Klaus really knows his stuff on setup for rider and bike.

[HP1BMW]

I would contact Works Shocks. Good prices - Good Products.

Mine are not leaking, but I can tell they are riding different, they have 42k on them. What are some other shocks that are good and where is the best place to get them.

[AKBEEMER]

Check the offerings at http://epmperf.com/hyperpro-motorcycle-shocks.htm
Klaus really knows his stuff on setup for rider and bike.

+1 to Klaus and HyperPro. A great guy to work with.

[JOSH00]

Thanks for all the replies, should be able to find me a good set. You guys talked me into getting a good set, I'm sure I will be glad that I did. And I do switch back in forth from solo to my wife on the back. And this year I have noticed when she is on the back I can tell a big difference then before, and she only weighs about 130lbs and I weigh 210, so that is when I tolled myself I need to get new shocks. Thanks again.

[ANDYVH]

A leaking shock is not the only indication of a failed shock. Usually all the damping control of the shock is LONG gone before any leaks show up. The stock shocks on my 94 RS had 120,000 miles on them with not a leak or smear on the shock. Yet, they were really crapped out about 70,000 miles earlier, my butt simply calibrated to the lousy ride and diminished handling/control.

I bought Wilbers, the most $$$$ I ever spent on the bike, and the best $$$$ I ever spent on the bike.

I would have gone with Hagon if I had not scored a deal on a used Wilbers front shock. Had it rebuilt and paired with a new Wilbers rear shock, and it transformed my trusty ol 94 into a bike that rides and handles like a 15 year newer bike.