GSXR750...

[noggythenog]

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so, i have been looking at K3/4/5, as they are usually between 2-3K, or an SRAD which is less, but i don't want to buy a total rust bucked or something that will need lots of work like my FZS600 did i.e. shocks and springs, so at 18 stone i wonder how well its setup for my big bones

You need to consider any bike you look at at this age may require a new shock etc so providing its in fair condition it may be worth going with an earlier bike and spending some of the money you save on the asking price on suspension.
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Mr bloggs has a good point......but on the other hand you want to try experience the bike as it was meant to be rather than how it is with some fancy shock that might make it far too stiff or unforgiving or whatever......this is what i did with my thou and in hindsight i probably would have much preferred the standard suspension.....but i wouldnt really trust sellers saying "sorted" suspension, just because it says nitron or ohlins doesnt mean it will be right for you.........18 stone is heavy though..........i must be about that fully kitted up and on my noggytrx i have a standard yzf750 rear shock, 90's era and it is spot on.......looks a bit scabby but it is plush.......so a standard shock on a gsxr id hazard a guess at being perfectly fine for you albeit maybe a rebuilt one for peace of mind.