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Rear shock upgrade - helmetvonthrob - 30-08-15
So I would like to upgrade the bouncy rear of my FZ6.
So can someone tell me what exactly I need shock + fittings and any how to/pitfalls.
Also, has anyone done the Progressive fork spring upgrade and got any comments.
Thanks in advance
Re: Rear shock upgrade - helmetvonthrob - 05-09-15
Apparently digging around I need an R6 shock, anyone tell me what version/year?
Thanks
Re: Rear shock upgrade - kebab19 - 06-09-15
An R6 shock won't fit an FZ6 (bottom mounting point for starters), but an early R1 shock might do the job instead. I have PM'd you a couple of links which might be of help.
Re: Rear shock upgrade - helmetvonthrob - 29-10-15
Thanks to Kebab19 for the links.
I'm pondering on what to do next with my soggy rear and I realise that the spring on my current shock is not strong enough to cope with the punishment I'm giving it.
I've read about swapping springs from other models/manufacturers, has anyone done this?