Ten year overhaul (a lot of newbie questions)

[gasmenace]

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R6 shock? Are they OK for gentlemen of a ... ahem ... fuller figure?

If you're around 20st, I'd think about a Nitron or similar sprung and valved for your weight.

Take professional advice and while you're asking, see what they say about the forks.  I'd recommend fitting suitably rated linear springs at a minimum.
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Thanks for the suspension advice.

Given that the current shock is 10 years old I'm thinking it's going to be, if not shot, at least getting tired. So my thinking is if the R6, a better unit, and new, is set up for my weight it should in theory be a marked improvement which will last for years.

Anyway, it's ordered. If for some reason it doesn't work for me, maybe it'll spur me to go on a diet! I'm sure it'll sell on OK, and I'll then see a pro as you advise.

What's the story with the linear front fork springs? I upgraded my old FJ1200 with progressive springs, but that was 12 years ago, and I couldn't swear I felt a whole lot of difference afterwards. Haven't touched the Fazer ones, apart from when setting up the whole lot for me not long after purchase.

Colin