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Title: katana shock mod...
Post by: Frost on January 25, 2005, 11:25:31 PM
will this one work?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4512008490&category=35592&sspagename=WD1V
Title: katana shock mod...
Post by: stefman722 on January 26, 2005, 01:15:13 AM
According to pantablos website, it will. I just bought mine off ebay and am awaiting arrival. Taking a long time too.  :dunno:
Title: katana shock mod...
Post by: Anonymous on January 26, 2005, 05:11:31 AM
That's because you're in Canada.  Don't be surprised if you're waiting a few more weeks.  My wife ebays with people in Canada and sometimes it takes almost a month to send/get things to/from there.

I have a Katana shock and it's a lot stiffer.  Set it at 2 or 3 because 5 is just too stiff.  Riding two up we used to bottom out all the time, now we never do.  The bike will sit 1/2 to 1 inch higher at the kick stand allowing it to lean a bit more.  That one seems a bit dirty and older.  You could wait for a better one.  I got an '02 in perfect condition for $9.99 plus $12 shipping.
Title: katana shock mod...
Post by: Frost on January 26, 2005, 06:30:33 AM
so anyhting 90+ will work? even a 01+?
Title: katana shock mod...
Post by: Frost on January 26, 2005, 08:45:41 AM
can anyone tell me...

will this shock be a direct bolt on to my GS?

and is it in good condition for a good price?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4522095256&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT
Title: katana shock mod...
Post by: pixelmonkey on January 26, 2005, 09:26:27 AM
Quote from: Frostcan anyone tell me...

will this shock be a direct bolt on to my GS?

and is it in good condition for a good price?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4522095256&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT
nice part, but too high on price. *expecially shipping!  :o

keep watching. you will find another just like it for 1/2 the price and 1/2 the shipping
chris<pixelmonkey>:D
Title: katana shock mod...
Post by: Frost on January 26, 2005, 09:30:23 AM
ya...it'll be 22US to ship to canada
Title: katana shock mod...
Post by: se7enty7 on January 26, 2005, 11:38:41 AM
is the centerstand still usable?
Title: katana shock mod...
Post by: stefman722 on January 26, 2005, 01:50:49 PM
Quote from: joerockerThat's because you're in Canada.  Don't be surprised if you're waiting a few more weeks.  My wife ebays with people in Canada and sometimes it takes almost a month to send/get things to/from there.

I have a Katana shock and it's a lot stiffer.  Set it at 2 or 3 because 5 is just too stiff.  Riding two up we used to bottom out all the time, now we never do.  The bike will sit 1/2 to 1 inch higher at the kick stand allowing it to lean a bit more.  That one seems a bit dirty and older.  You could wait for a better one.  I got an '02 in perfect condition for $9.99 plus $12 shipping.

Yeah, its been 2 weeks since i bought it. I didnt leave any feedback yet. I should just wait and see. This is my first ebay purchase, and if it takes this long everytime, it kinda sucks. Espeacially the price you pay for shipping. I ordered something from clear alternatives 2 days AFTER i bought the shock, and i received it 2 days ago. Shipping was 5$!!!. So i dont know, i am getting frustrated.  :cheers:
Title: katana shock mod...
Post by: tdan553527 on January 26, 2005, 02:26:55 PM
Quote from: Frostcan anyone tell me...

will this shock be a direct bolt on to my GS?

and is it in good condition for a good price?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4522095256&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT

Yes, a direct bolt on.

Quotese7enty7
is the centerstand still usable?

Yes, the centerstand is still usable, if you have a 130/70 tire, any tire bigger than that probably not. When I put my bike on the centerstand with the katana shock, there is only a couple of mm between the ground and tire.
Title: katana shock mod...
Post by: Anonymous on January 26, 2005, 06:37:37 PM
Hmmm... I have an '02 and when I put in the '02 Katana shock I really can't tell much difference.  I still have plenty of room under the tire.
Title: katana shock mod...
Post by: Frost on January 27, 2005, 02:32:56 PM
is it hard to find "new" used parts?

should i just bid on this one?...is it worht 25 bucks?

shipping is actually not THAT bad...estimated 8lb will be around 19US to ship to canada
Title: katana shock mod...
Post by: Kee on January 27, 2005, 02:38:09 PM
That is a nice looking one. I just bought a kat shock off ebay for $5 but didn't look as new and shiny.
Title: katana shock mod...
Post by: Frost on January 27, 2005, 02:41:30 PM
is it worth the 25 bucks though?
Title: katana shock mod...
Post by: Kee on January 27, 2005, 02:53:24 PM
Unless you are really eager, you may just want to hold off for more options. When I bid on mine last week, there were about 8 others listed. Most of them hadn't recieved bids or were quite a bit more expensive. I just bid on the one that looked the best, out of the cheaper ones. But considering the cost of progressive springs, it seems like it is a deal.

I think mine comes in the mail today and if it is junk, which i doubt it will be, then I would then have to recommend the shiny one you are looking at.
Title: katana shock mod...
Post by: Frost on January 27, 2005, 04:40:59 PM
alright thanks...