prue1
XS650 Addict
Hi, looking to upgrade from my stock 72 XS650 rear shocks, any suggestions? Thanks.
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rear shocks
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prue1
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They are saying I must remove my chain guard for their shocks to work since the 72 has a short spring.
Probably should contact Marlin72XS. He should still be deep into this...
bikefreak69
XS650 Enthusiast
You could try Kawasaki ZRX 1200 shocks for adjustable suspension.I put Race Tech gold valves in mine,and chain guard had to be removed.
prue1
XS650 Addict
I have sent him a message, thx.
prue1
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prue1
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So, you had to remove your chain guard? I am not willing to do that on my completely stock bike. Thx.
Hi prue,
if you go with aftermarket shocks your bike won't be "completely stock" no more anyway.
Not that I agree with removing rear chainguards no matter what the reason.
How about you carefully save your stock chainguard and find another one to reinforce and cutaway to clear the replacement shock?
Is price an issue? 14 Series Progressive Suspension shocks may fit. They're inexpensive and they work OK. 14 Series is slim. Maybe it fits.
I'm sure Hagon has the correct shocks. They're going to cost more.
I'm sure Hagon has the correct shocks. They're going to cost more.
prue1
XS650 Addict
That's something to think about. Thx
prue1
XS650 Addict
Spoke to Hagon this afternoon, they could not help me. Spring was too long as well as the shock was .6" longer then stock which will push my axle into my muflers.
The moment your chainguard comes off, there'll be a half dozen members clawing at your front door to get their hands on it...
There's YSS and Bitubo. Check them,
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Prue1, sorry, ATT was messing with my email and I was not notified of your quest. I don't have the originals, but back in 78 or so, I bought Koni's for the rear. The Koni's were made specifically for the xs1's and 2's with offset eyes on the bottom that shifted the shocks out enough to allow clearance for the chain guard. I didn't realize that until I bought a new set of Chinese gas shocks. Yep, off came the chain guard and the black spots on the back of my new yellow jacket. The wider rear fender from a 78 blocks a lot of splatter now.
Anyway, I'm looking for a 70-73 chain guard so I can modify it and not ruin mine. Also thought of welding one together.
If I was home, I'd have some Picts.
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Oh, hi Twomany. Thanks for the reference. I'll send Picts of the Koni's.
Traxxion Dynamics over in Woodstock can hook you up with a customized set of Bitubo shocks. Those folks are awesome to deal with!
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Well, lets go there by bike someday.
Let's do!
prue1
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Thanks for the response, late or not. I am working with Ikon, who bought Koni's MC rights. The Jury is still out, hoping to have info soon.
