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Rear shocks

13 Aug 2016 08:40
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Any advice on lower shocks? Kz750e
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Re: Rear shocks

14 Aug 2016 15:24
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Do you mean shorter shocks to lower the bike? If so, you can just give Progressive or the Hagon importer a call. Tell them what you have and how much shorter you want. I'd bet either company can hook you up. Keep in mind, you cannot go a lot shorter or you will have problems with the rear tire slamming into the fender.
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Re: Rear shocks

18 Aug 2016 08:36
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TexasKZ wrote: Do you mean shorter shocks to lower the bike? If so, you can just give Progressive or the Hagon importer a call. Tell them what you have and how much shorter you want. I'd bet either company can hook you up. Keep in mind, you cannot go a lot shorter or you will have problems with the rear tire slamming into the fender.
Ok then. What about just replacement shocks because mine seem real worn out.
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Re: Rear shocks

18 Aug 2016 08:48
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These are supposed to be good shocks. they maybe aren't the greatest but certainly not the worst.

Kawasaki KZ750 KZ750E KZ750H LTD 13.25" CHROME SHOCKS . .... they also come in black.

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Re: Rear shocks

18 Aug 2016 08:50 - 18 Aug 2016 08:52
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Hagon - folks who have them seem to like them a bunch and they are reasonably priced.

Progressive - Lots of fans, a little more expensive.

Ikon - (The old Koni shocks) HIgh quality, a little more expensive.

Ohlins - If you want the best and are willing to pay the price.
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Re: Rear shocks

18 Aug 2016 19:31
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Re: Rear shocks

21 Aug 2016 15:41
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Didn't think dyna shocks would work thanks!

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Re: Rear shocks

22 Aug 2016 07:27
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I have Progressive 12-1201B (12.5") shocks on my bike, and love them! :)
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Re: Rear shocks

22 Aug 2016 23:29
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daveo wrote: I have Progressive 12-1201B (12.5") shocks on my bike, and love them! :)
Got a link to them?
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Re: Rear shocks

23 Aug 2016 04:59
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Re: Rear shocks

24 Aug 2016 02:11
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If you just want shocks that will keep the rear fender off the rear wheel, the $100 Emgo generic shocks will suffice on a light weight bike like the 650 with a single 160 lb. rider/ no passenger. Those shocks shouldn't be used on a bike weighing more than 450 lbs.

I bought a set a few years ago for a KZ1000 and paid $99 including shipping from a well known discount parts mail order company. One of the other guys asked if he could buy them from me after I finally bought decent shocks (used S&W street strokers) to replace them. I sad sure - he could have them for $40. He asked what I had paid for them new, I told him I paid exactly $99 too much.... :pinch:
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