Just wanted to thank everyone who helped with my suspension questions. I replaced the front fork springs with the Progressive springs and the rear shock with a Katana.
The improvement is night and day. Much more responsive, more fun to ride. I also like the slightly higher seat height. Great $80 investment.
Thanks again, Thad
Throw on some radials and you'll feel invinsible...
Suggestions on new tires?
I ran the both avons and pirelli- I thought the Avons 46ST were great. They are Z rated touring radials that last well, grip great and at 140/80 17 they will fit the rear rim easy. Loved them.
THe pirelli's are fantastic too- but you won't find a radial to fit the rear. I have them on my SV (and had them in the front on the GS) but they wear faster- they held to the road great and were perfect in rain.
You should be able to find a set for $200. The suspension settles the bike down- but the tires will glue you to the road. Makes for a very fast and stable ride on the twisties.
Great! Glad you like it :thumb:
Now you see why we stress the suspension mods so much. It absolutely transforms the bike :)
Thanks for the advice on the tires. Do you know where to get Avons online?