Author Topic: Has anyone used the aftermarket shocks? (Read 9317 times)

runutz698 · « **on:** September 10, 2009, 03:52:24 PM »

Hey Guys I am new to this fourm and have just brought my first road bike after being in the Vintage motorcross restorations for a few years, thought it is time to do a raod bike so I picked out a CB550 as I have always loved the way they look. So classic.....

Has anyone here used the aftermarket shocks that are a take off of the orginals on here?? As I am need of a set. I noticed there is a pair on there rating 414lb is this to hard or a good rating for a cb550 which will carry the occasional passanger?? Also what is the quailty like??

Cheers
Tom

Duke McDukiedook · « **Reply #1 on:** September 10, 2009, 04:00:14 PM »

Do you have a link to the brand?

Gorms · « **Reply #2 on:** September 10, 2009, 04:43:25 PM »

I got a set of the partsnmore.com shocks for $75 for my cb550. Some people complain about them being porr quality and too stiff and although I havent logged any miles yet (still building) they look great and seem plenty squishy. Im happy as a clam.

Spikeybike · « **Reply #3 on:** September 10, 2009, 04:47:06 PM »

the Forza/MDI shorty shocks look good , but don't work all that well ... worth the 70 i paid for them (for the look) , but if you want performance go elsewhere

bistromath · « **Reply #4 on:** September 10, 2009, 04:50:01 PM »

Ikon, Hagon, Performance, or Works.

bucky katt · « **Reply #5 on:** September 10, 2009, 04:53:35 PM »

i got a set of boge shock off a guy on ebay several years ago, i got REALLY heavy springs on mine as i'm a big guy, they work good and have decent enough damping for someone with my riding abilities. i think that a few others here might have gotten these shocks too. i know i paid less than 100 for mine.

1974CB750rider · « **Reply #6 on:** September 10, 2009, 05:52:53 PM »

Progressive suspension offer good shocks and fork springs and they're pretty reasonable.

runutz698 · « **Reply #7 on:** September 10, 2009, 06:32:53 PM »

These look the part, I am not a racer I am a cruiser/City Commuting, I will have a passanger every now and then to!!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Honda-CB550F-CB550-CHROME-Custom-Classic-Vintage-Shocks_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp3286Q2ec0Q2em14QQhashZitem56350ce8e8QQitemZ370257225960QQptZMotorcyclesQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories

daredevilsadvocate · « **Reply #8 on:** September 10, 2009, 06:49:42 PM »

what about shorter ones (11inch) in the sub 100 dollar range? anyone? thanks!

cheers,

~dd

Spikeybike · « **Reply #9 on:** September 10, 2009, 07:13:07 PM »

Quote from: daredevilsadvocate on September 10, 2009, 06:49:42 PM

what about shorter ones (11inch) in the sub 100 dollar range? anyone? thanks!

cheers,

~dd

Quote from: Spikeybike on September 10, 2009, 04:47:06 PM

the Forza/MDI shorty shocks look good , but don't work all that well ... worth the 70 i paid for them (for the look) , but if you want performance go elsewhere

daredevilsadvocate · « **Reply #10 on:** September 10, 2009, 07:14:25 PM »

thanks..was wondering about those....anyone have good suggestions on 'elsewhere' in that price range and size for a cb550 (78)?

thanks!!

cheers,

~dd

runutz698 · « **Reply #11 on:** September 10, 2009, 07:34:45 PM »

Ok so shorty's 11inchs give me what adavtage over the 13inch ones?? As in Vintage motorcross it all about bigger more travel!!! What length were the stock CB550 Shocks I have a set but they are not at there orignal height seemed to have saged over time?? 1976 Mod. F1

Cheers
Tom

Gorms · « **Reply #12 on:** September 10, 2009, 08:05:42 PM »

The partsnmore (MDI/Forza) shocks I have are 13 3/16" I believe. Longer than my stock cb550 shocks but perfect for what I needed. Had a hoop welded to the back under my cafe seat which cuts down on suspension travel. Also wanted more rake for a better stance.

78CB750CAFE · « **Reply #13 on:** September 10, 2009, 08:12:06 PM »

progressive suspension has nice stuff a touch over your budget ($110-125)

chippyfive50 · « **Reply #14 on:** September 10, 2009, 08:13:48 PM »

Quote from: daredevilsadvocate on September 10, 2009, 06:49:42 PM

what about shorter ones (11inch) in the sub 100 dollar range? anyone? thanks!

cheers,

~dd

The shortys do look cool, but compromise handling(increasing the rake/trail).. i rode the shortys for 1.5yrs then switched to the stockers....it was like buying a sportbike.

JBMorse · « **Reply #15 on:** September 10, 2009, 08:15:30 PM »

I bought progressive shocks with the heavy duty springs because I ride with the girl on the back a lot. I like the shocks. The ride is rough when it's just me. I probably would have been fine with the normal springs. It's an expensive mod, but I think the quality is real good and the bike handles nicely with them.
http://www.z1enterprises.com/detail.aspx?ID=523

Here's a pic of them on the bike:

daredevilsadvocate · « **Reply #16 on:** September 11, 2009, 06:51:32 AM »

Quote from: 78CB750CAFE on September 10, 2009, 08:12:06 PM

progressive suspension has nice stuff a touch over your budget ($110-125)

Do you have a link for said shocks my friend?

Cheers,

~dd

razor02097 · « **Reply #17 on:** September 11, 2009, 07:02:41 AM »

progressive suspension is great but way over $125. The shocks are $150-200 for a pair and springs are $70-90 for a pair.

daredevilsadvocate · « **Reply #18 on:** September 11, 2009, 07:05:33 AM »

exactly why i am asking...i have not seen anything below 200 ish + dollars....

`dd

Duke McDukiedook · « **Reply #19 on:** September 11, 2009, 07:13:27 AM »

That should tell you something.

jasonseasen · « **Reply #20 on:** September 11, 2009, 07:16:41 AM »

Any complaints/compliments over the lowering kit that CycleX is now selling, which includes the lower rear shocks and shorter front tubes with seals for $199?

78CB750CAFE · « **Reply #21 on:** September 11, 2009, 04:23:06 PM »

Quote from: razor02097 on September 11, 2009, 07:02:41 AM

progressive suspension is great but way over $125. The shocks are $150-200 for a pair and springs are $70-90 for a pair.

troll ebay... I got lucky and paid less than $100 for my Progressive Suspension shocks and springs. (I also got straight rate Progressive Suspension fork springs (($200 special order usually)) for less than $80. My ebay-fu is VERY strong

Mediconi · « **Reply #22 on:** September 12, 2009, 11:25:07 AM »

I used to have an EX650R with Hagon shock on it, and I loved it. If he has that quality for CB shocks, I wouldn't hesitate to buy from him again.

lucky · « **Reply #23 on:** August 17, 2011, 01:51:49 PM »

Quote from: chippyfive50 on September 10, 2009, 08:13:48 PM

Quote from: daredevilsadvocate on September 10, 2009, 06:49:42 PM
what about shorter ones (11inch) in the sub 100 dollar range? anyone? thanks!

cheers,

~dd

The shortys do look cool, but compromise handling(increasing the rake/trail).. i rode the shortys for 1.5yrs then switched to the stockers....it was like buying a sportbike.

Even though this thread is 180 days old or more I must respond for others benefit who may read this.
Increasing the rake or trail DOES NOT COMPROMISE the handling abilities of a motorcycle.

Some bikes have as little as 24º rake and the V rod has 36º just like the Suzuki 1400 intruder.
More rake gives greater handling at higher speeds.
Short rake is helpful with very tight turns.

Anywhere in that range will work. It just depends where you ride.
One of the most winning motorcycles in the history of motorcycles was the H-D XR750 and it had 29º.

Duke McDukiedook · « **Reply #24 on:** August 17, 2011, 02:01:29 PM »

Hate to burst your bubble on this one but changing the geometry of your bike can significantly COMPROMISE the handling abilities of a motorcycle.

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