I did something similar with front and rear. Very happy for a fraction of the price.FWIW. I shipped my stock rear suspension to a shop in Idaho that honed the shaft, installed race tech valves, re-sprung it to my specs and installed a valve to make it serviceable in the future.
For my style of riding it was night and day better and less expensive than an Ohlins. Cornering confidence was dramatically improved as well as riding comfort. With that said, I do not ride aggressively, race or do track days.
Was it this place? I had this link saved . Almost used them.Yes. For me I sent both my front and rear to a shop in Idaho. For $1K I had my stock front and rear suspension re-honed, re-valved with RaceTech valves, re-sprung to my weight and riding style (and for the rear valved to be serviceable).
For me top 3 must have modifications for a motorcycle.
That's how I would describe the change too. So much more confidence in the corners. I used to get some wallowing in the corners.That's the place I used. He did my Vstrom and when I asked if he could do the concours he said he had never done one but would give it a try. For me, the results were spectacular. Again, I don't race or push the bike to it's limits, however the comfort of the ride and confidence in cornering is noticeably improved.
PG - Penske 8975 Dual Adjust is the rear shock we use. Not a single comparison between stock and this upgrade. Stock does not compete at any level with this suspension.Any suggestions on an equal to Ohlins replacement?
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Thanks, I'll check it out, most parts are "spendy" for me because I'm purchasing in Canadian dollars, usually adds about 25% premium to the price.PG - Penske 8975 Dual Adjust is the rear shock we use. Not a single comparison between stock and this upgrade. Stock does not compete at any level with this suspension.
I recall some having the stock shock re-sprung, possibly re-valved and then the stock shock performs about as good as the Penske 9000 or possibly 8975.
Was spendy but I have no regrets - 2UP riding 95+ percent of the time and my wife is happy too.
Do some searching - pretty sure I recall there is a vendor in Canada that is known for stock shock rebuilding and results impressed the riders.Thanks, I'll check it out, most parts are "spendy" for me because I'm purchasing in Canadian dollars, usually adds about 25% premium to the price.
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Thanks, I'm leaning towards replacing the stock shock with an aftermarket product but instead of just trashing the old shock I will look into getting it rebuilt and kept as a backup.Do some searching - pretty sure I recall there is a vendor in Canada that is known for stock shock rebuilding and results impressed the riders.