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ninjamunky85 · July 26th, 2012, 05:24 AM

It's not bad. The shock from an '08 250 was a nice upgrade for the 50$ I paid for it. It raised up the rear a little, and makes riding 2 up much better. It's also better when the pace picks up in the twisties. I haven't messed with adjusting the preload, I weigh 145lbs and it's been on the first setting since I installed it.

The front forks are a bit too stiff, even though the springs are still softer than recommended for my weight. I definitely don't worry about front end dive anymore. I will probably go back to the stocks springs at some point, but keep the heavier 15wt oil.

If you can find a good deal on a shock go for it. I like the J-model shock because it's made for a bike of similar weight and power, but plenty of people go for ones from other bikes. Then pick up a bottle of fork oil and you'll be good to go.

BTW with 90 series tires and the new shock I have to put a 2x4 under the centerstand to get the rear tire off the ground.

July 26th, 2012, 05:24 AM	#14
ninjamunky85 Que Buenos Son!!! Name: Ryan Location: Grovetucky, OH Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia Shiver 750, Husaberg FE 450, Ninja 300 (sold), xr100 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Nov '14	It's not bad. The shock from an '08 250 was a nice upgrade for the 50$ I paid for it. It raised up the rear a little, and makes riding 2 up much better. It's also better when the pace picks up in the twisties. I haven't messed with adjusting the preload, I weigh 145lbs and it's been on the first setting since I installed it. The front forks are a bit too stiff, even though the springs are still softer than recommended for my weight. I definitely don't worry about front end dive anymore. I will probably go back to the stocks springs at some point, but keep the heavier 15wt oil. If you can find a good deal on a shock go for it. I like the J-model shock because it's made for a bike of similar weight and power, but plenty of people go for ones from other bikes. Then pick up a bottle of fork oil and you'll be good to go. BTW with 90 series tires and the new shock I have to put a 2x4 under the centerstand to get the rear tire off the ground. __________________________________________________ Don't do something because it's easy,.. Do it because it's not! If you aren't going forward, then you're falling behind. "Drive it like you stole it"!!!