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firecat · Joined: 31 May 2012 Posts: 18 Location: Montreal

are the Progressive 412 a solid option for 1 up and 2 up heavy loaded riding ?
I like the 5 preset option.
or do I need to go to the 465 series option ?
I do agressive country/mountain road/sport riding, light, or very heavy !
any info helps !

thanx
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Flying Duck · Posted: Thu Jul 17, 2014 12:48 pm Post subject:

I'd get a Works Performance shock. Doesn't cost that much more and is a better shock.
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carp · Posted: Thu Jul 17, 2014 5:18 pm Post subject:

I bought a RAM shock for my k1100LT and like it.
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Don Sproule · Posted: Thu Jul 17, 2014 6:08 pm Post subject:

If you are ordering from Works Performance, ask for my buddy, Tom, who's sales mgr there.
Mention my name.
He'll give you a bit of a break.
I do not receive any sort of kickbacks for sending him customers.

hosehoundfr86 · Posted: Fri Dec 12, 2014 12:01 pm Post subject:

SugarHillCTD · Posted: Fri Dec 12, 2014 3:11 pm Post subject:

Brand of shock is a personal choice.

I have a YSS Z series and I like it.

The biggest difference a shorter shock will make is when you go to put it up on the centerstand- it will take more oomph. But on the sidestand it won't be leaned over as far, which will actually be a good thing

Also if you get it leaned over hard in corners, you will scrape sooner than a stock height.
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wvoutpost · Posted: Sun Dec 14, 2014 11:04 am Post subject:

I have a Works shorter shock on mine.

Suggestion if you run one, be sure the sag is set properly. You also might want to grind a little off on the tangs of the centerstand where it would touch down (these are not the structural part of it). If leaned hard, especially in a bumpy corner, these touched first on mine. With these 2 adjustments, I can run a quick pace 2up without touching down on the mountain roads.

I have not experienced any issue with maintenance or tire removal. Tire removal is a tight fit, but I don't think the short shock has any effect on this.

Hmm, this discussion reminded me - it is time for me to send it in for a rebuild.
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firecat · Joined: 31 May 2012 Posts: 18 Location: Montreal

any other point of views ???
Rolling Eyes

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'93 K75S
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atlantaboblutz@live.com · Posted: Mon Dec 29, 2014 11:35 am Post subject:

+1 on RAM.

Am happy with RAM as it was a BIG improvement over stock... but needed to adjust the damping higher than other posts indicate. I'm about 215lbs plus gear as well as ride two-up from time to time so weight is a factor

You will likely be very happy with either Works or RAM (or other high quality aftermarket) as they are a big improvement particularly when pairing with radial tires. Personal preference was to look for re-buildable and also weigh the expert experiences you will see on this forum.

Good luck and no need to "over" study in my opinion.
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Scott_Anderson · Posted: Mon Dec 29, 2014 8:09 pm Post subject:

I have a Ram on my '97 and couldn't be happier.
If I don't ever get around to getting my Ohlins rebuilt for my '95 I'll get another Ram for it as well.
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Beachcomber · Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2015 6:14 am Post subject:

hosehoundfr86 · Posted: Thu Mar 12, 2015 8:21 pm Post subject:

SugarHillCTD · Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2015 6:04 am Post subject:

Yes it is.

My inseam is 89 cm /35 inches. I flatfoot the RS with lots of bend in my knees- no need for a shorter shock here. Laughing

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hosehoundfr86 · Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2015 6:32 am Post subject:

hosehoundfr86 · Posted: Sat Apr 04, 2015 9:39 am Post subject:

Looks like a RAM shock for me ,,Price was good with the Cdn dollar where it's at,, response to my e-mail was prompt and informative,, delivery to my door instead of a post office an hour away,,and it's a good looking shock to boot,,,