New Hyperpro shock makes a world’s difference on B

[Bob Bernstein]

No matter how I set the stock rear shock, I just could not get it right. Set hard enough for my great weight-250 lbs in full gear-it rattled my dental fillings. Set soft enough to give a nicer ride and I had to really muscle it around the twisties. Initially, I was worried that the shock I purchased from Todd didn’t have a remote adjuster, but Todd assured me the shock is set at the factory for me, my weight and riding style, which is moderately aggressive. I did not get chance to install it as I was preoccupied with another problem mentioned on this board but did finally get to it last night. All in all, I followed the suggestions as mentioned by other on the topic and removal of old shock was fairly straight forward. I didn’t lose the BB but did bugger the screw in the middle of the twist grip. Eventually I removed rear wheel and disconnected one link which allowed me to twist the Sacks out through the bottom without disturbing battery box. New Hyperpro went in without a hitch. So much easier that stock. Test ride today made both the ride and handling truly amazing! What a drastic difference it made. Really, just what I thought it would be. Well worth the money!

 

[Geordie]

Not being adjustable is the deal breaker for me. Don't know from day to day if I'll be riding solo, with pillion, solo with luggage, pillion with luggage.

 

[sbaker]

Hello;

I did the upgrade as well. Set it once for my weight + a smidgen for fully loaded with long distance gear, and NEVER looked back. No need to adjust it.... We're not racing, just agressive driving... I can't drive it up to the adjustable requirement level as road conditions, traffic, are too variable to hit that level of riding.

If it were on the track, i might agree that adjustability is absolutely required.

 

[GTM®]

Thanks Bob/Sam! Happy to hear of another happy HP recipient.

Geordie, I am currently working on developing a fully adj. model with HP. Are you willing to spend the money on the (461) fully adjustable version, and send me your shock if it turns out we can re-use the OEM pre-load adjuster?

 

[Geordie]

it's not on my high priority spending list at the moment, especially with £/$ rates as they are!

 

[GTM®]

Geordie wrote:

it's not on my high priority spending list at the moment, especially with £/$ rates as they are!

Heh, hence the issue... build it, and no one comes. :side:
No worries, watch for future info here. I am developing the prototype for my Norge SS (currently under construction).

 

[Geordie]

if my compensation for my accident comes through at the right level I'll most certainly be looking to upgrade the suspension. I'm not wealthy though!

 

[Bob Bernstein]

Todd, if I had been disappointed in your shock, you would have heard that too!

 

[xenarchi]

Gotta watch all your price points guys. You'll price yourself right out of this economy. I can see it happening already.

 

[zoom zoom]

xenarchi wrote:

Gotta watch all your price points guys. You'll price yourself right out of this economy. I can see it happening already.

True, but sometimes, you get what you pay for. As for adjustability, the HP is adjustable, spring preload, and valving. There just isn't a knob to grab hold of. I too am very happy with the outcome of the HP shock install on the Norge. It was a complete transformation to the bike. Worth the $$$

My 2 cents.

Zoom Zoom,
John Henry

 

[blackcat]

zoom zoom wrote:

xenarchi wrote:

Gotta watch all your price points guys. You'll price yourself right out of this economy. I can see it happening already.

True, but sometimes, you get what you pay for. As for adjustability, the HP is adjustable, spring preload, and valving. There just isn't a knob to grab hold of. I too am very happy with the outcome of the HP shock install on the Norge. It was a complete transformation to the bike. Worth the $$$

My 2 cents.

Zoom Zoom,
John Henry

Same here. I have the rear shock and the front springs with the valving upgrade and the bike handles way better than stock.

 

[xenarchi]

blackcat wrote:

zoom zoom wrote:

xenarchi wrote:

Gotta watch all your price points guys. You'll price yourself right out of this economy. I can see it happening already.

True, but sometimes, you get what you pay for. As for adjustability, the HP is adjustable, spring preload, and valving. There just isn't a knob to grab hold of. I too am very happy with the outcome of the HP shock install on the Norge. It was a complete transformation to the bike. Worth the $$$

My 2 cents.

Zoom Zoom,
John Henry

Same here. I have the rear shock and the front springs with the valving upgrade and the bike handles way better than stock.

No debate about it being better than stock.