Is there a specific year for the shock one would have to use if modding an 06 GS500F?

And what would be better, a SV650 or Katana shock?  I've read posts from alot of people who like the Katana shock, but I've been finding alot more SV shocks and in better/newer condition. 

I know I'm going to have to cut and redrill the holes on the SV's and that shouldn't be a problem.

Hopefully this isn't too much of a repeat thread, thanks for the help.

General Rear Shock Info:  http://pantablo500.tripod.com/id12.html
SV650 Rear Shock Info:  http://pantablo500.tripod.com/id39.html
Some more general Rear Shock Info:  http://cgi.stanford.edu/~sanjayd/gs500/Upgrades/RearShock

Why does nobody weigh the GSXR shock as an option anymore?

because generly the gsxr has a resivoir on the top of the shock, if you still have your airbox in place then it won't fit

Quote from: hmmmnz on October 11, 2006, 12:06:37 PM
because generly the gsxr has a resivoir on the top of the shock, if you still have your airbox in place then it won't fit

Also, it raises the tail of the bike up considerably changing the rake/trail. It also requires side stand lengthening.

'cause GSXRs are STUPID!!!

OK...  Really 'cause it takes more work.

no GSXR shocks are easy....but most people buy the wrong one
88-95 750 is the one you want that slaps right in

but they are really hard to find not worn out....