Topic: Ohlins shocks for CB750 or Fox Podium RC1

[RAFster122s]

So, you guys don’t mention Ikons… any reason for that?
OTHER THAN, it being an Ohlins thread?

[scottly]

Wow, I had completely forgotten about the Hagons I picked up last February!

[andy750]

For what its worth I have 2 CB750s, a CB750K2 and a CB750K4. I have tried 3 aftermarket shocks:
1. Progressive rear shocks on the K4 - good predictable shocks. Limited adjustment
2. Hagon shocks with springs for a 200lb rider - good on the K4 and K2 - predictable dampening
3. Hyperpro shock (good support from Netherlands) currently on the K4 with spring for a 190lb rider - lots more adjustment (preload/dampening) than the Hagon but Hagon easier to fit and ride. Depends on how hard you ride. Rear tire size 130, 120 or 110.

Good thread.
Andy

[scottly]

Andy, do you recall the advertised spring rate for the Hagons? IIRC, the ones I got are 18kg, but it's hard to compare to the S&W/Progressive spring ratings, which have both an upper value and a lower value due to the progressive spring rate as well as a standard of pounds per inch instead of kg per centimeter(?).

[Shtonecb500]

I ran progressive brand shocks on my cb500 for the last 5 years, they lasted maybe 3.5 years before I felt a difference in ride quality, i think they are rebuildable...or I can just get new bodies and use the same springs.... i usually weigh 220lb-200lb and ride about 6-8k a season. I bought them in pieces on amazon and put them together for the cheapest route. I would get them again but they are not my favorite looking shock, too plain looking. I remember enjoying them the most going between detroit and chicago, felt great at highway speeds.

[Godffery]

Has anyone ever used TEC shocks?

https://www.tecbikepartsusa.com/HONDA_CB750F_CB750K_TEC_Alloy_Remote_Reservoir_S_p/j-sh-21-h2a.htm

You get what you pay for. $149 for possibly the most important feature for handling, braking and safety should not be a bargain hunted.

That's where my mind was at initially but I know sometimes you can get a good deal for quality product, so that's why I was seeing if anyone had any experience with them. I personally ended up just getting YSS RG Topline Customs this afternoon. I had to go back and forth with one of their reps to be able to make sure he understood that I needed a clevis bottom. I spent WAY, and I mean WAYYY, more money than I ever intended or would've liked to, but as you said "possibly the most important feature..." so at the end of the day I can rest assured I have one of the better shocks for this bike.

I've seen photos of a TEC shock that the reservoir cartridge broke off, (that alone is concerning) and revealing that there was NO passage between the cartridge and the shock, It's purely there to LOOK like a performance shock, but has NO function to it at All!   
    

[MauiK3]

I have Hagon on my K3 and Z1. They pretty much put together whatever you want. Good company

[Shtonecb500]

I have Hagon on my K3 and Z1. They pretty much put together whatever you want. Good company

HAGONs are nice vintage looking performing but for the cost...man...they are like north of 500 over 600?

[andy750]

Andy, do you recall the advertised spring rate for the Hagons? IIRC, the ones I got are 18kg, but it's hard to compare to the S&W/Progressive spring ratings, which have both an upper value and a lower value due to the progressive spring rate as well as a standard of pounds per inch instead of kg per centimeter(?).

Sorry I dont recall and i checked my emails but unable to find the original order. What I do know is that David Quinn (no longer selling Hagons) swapped the spring for me as it was too firm. I am a 200lbs, 6`4 rider and the spring I have on now is still firm but suits the 750K4 very well. K4 is used for touring including sustained highway riding sometimes. No issues in twisties and better than the Progressives I had on previously.

[Shtonecb500]

So, you guys don’t mention Ikons… any reason for that?
OTHER THAN, it being an Ohlins thread?

https://revivalcycles.com/products/ikon-rear-shock-absorbers-7610-1296

$525

[grcamna2]

I purchased Hagon shocks a few times and noticed their 'Quad Rate' springs are just too stiff,which doesn't allow the shock to work through it's complete stroke.I installed a set of regular dual/rate springs and the shocks perform as they should.I hope we get a USA supplier for Hagon shocks as Dave Quiin has been out of business for 5 years now.

[david 750f]

Wow, the Ikons have jumped in price. I paid $325 about 10 years ago. Its starting the make the YSS, Wilbers and Ohlins look reasonable.

[newday777]

Its starting the make the YSS, Wilbers and Ohlins look reasonable.

They haven't gone up yet?

[Ellz10]

Its starting the make the YSS, Wilbers and Ohlins look reasonable.

They haven't gone up yet?

Oh they definitely have. I just paid over 1k for my YSS's.

[newday777]

Its starting the make the YSS, Wilbers and Ohlins look reasonable.

They haven't gone up yet?

Oh they definitely have. I just paid over 1k for my YSS's.

Yikes!!! For 2 shocks???.............

[Shtonecb500]

Its starting the make the YSS, Wilbers and Ohlins look reasonable.

They haven't gone up yet?

Oh they definitely have. I just paid over 1k for my YSS's.

im getting panic attacks thinking about spending 680 for those Öhlins.

[Ellz10]

Its starting the make the YSS, Wilbers and Ohlins look reasonable.

They haven't gone up yet?

Oh they definitely have. I just paid over 1k for my YSS's.

Yikes!!! For 2 shocks???.............

Its starting the make the YSS, Wilbers and Ohlins look reasonable.

They haven't gone up yet?

Oh they definitely have. I just paid over 1k for my YSS's.

im getting panic attacks thinking about spending 680 for those Öhlins.

I didn't mean to say "over". I paid $991.46 after the euro-usd conversion. Like I said, much more than I was comfortable with, but I wanted a high quality shock.

[Johnny340]

thread revival..

Regarding the Fox RC1 podium shocks, did anyone come up with a spring option that works?  8" Racetech: SRSP4820013R.  That's 1.3kg/mm. The stock 1.8kg/mm rate is way too stiff even after a revalve.

[70CB750]

What shocks should I try for the sidecar rig? 

[Shtonecb500]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/144742727429?

these should work for us, right?

[Ellz10]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/144742727429?

these should work for us, right?

Depends on the clevis length (side to side) and what size those threads are.

Also something to think about is the length. I didn't read mention of their length anywhere in the listing.

[Johnny340]

So, to conclude this thread regarding the Fox Podium RC1 shock option I am finally satisfied. Devin at cognito moto continued his awesome support even a couple years after I bought them and was able to put me in touch with the right person at Fox who was also committed to helping me out. Scott at Fox found the following springs which make all the difference:

8” 80lb/in (1.43kg/mm)

Fox PN: 033-24-080-6

Cognito Moto and Fox..Two great companies we are lucky to have available to us!!

[grcamna2]

I like Fox shocks.
I had an 86' VFR with a Fox Twin Clicker monoshock;I loved the 8 position rebound damping adjuster knob which I was able to adjust while sitting/riding on the bike.

[Ellz10]

So, to conclude this thread regarding the Fox Podium RC1 shock option I am finally satisfied. Devin at cognito moto continued his awesome support even a couple years after I bought them and was able to put me in touch with the right person at Fox who was also committed to helping me out. Scott at Fox found the following springs which make all the difference:

8” 80lb/in (1.43kg/mm)

Fox PN: 033-24-080-6

Cognito Moto and Fox..Two great companies we are lucky to have available to us!!

That's awesome to hear! I've got nothing but good things to say about CognitoMoto. Those shocks look beautiful on that bike, well done!