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    HD versus Standard Progressive Springs?

    This may be a forgone conclusion - since I have already ordered the rear coil-overs - however, I wanted to ask the question about the Progressive rear shocks and springs gor the ' 80 GS 1100 E any way;

    The standard marketing blurbs all over the web indicates that one should select the "Heavy Duty" versions of the shocks for riders over 220 pounds or for two-up riding more than 40-50-60 percent of the time... I am 265 and 6'-3, so it would make sense, but I will likely never have anyone on the back (my girlfriend rides herself)! I just wanted to verify that this stipulation was not too "over-protectionist" - I just don't want to end up with an incorrect / heavy / too stiff a setup!?

    I ordered Black/Black by the way!
    Last edited by Guest; 04-12-2010, 10:14 AM.

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    rear shocks for 1980 GS-1100-E

    Howdy Jungle Justice, to confirm my choice of black/black Progressive Shocks, that you saw on my identical '80 GS-1100-E, I dug up my reciepts from Jan. of 2009. Progressive Suspension Part # PS1204BG 13.0" that is for the shock bodies. The spings are separate, part #DS310031 BLK with a load rating of 90/130. I am 200 lbs, and 6'2", and these feel perfect. I put them on the top (stiff) setting, and adjust the front fork dampers to "4" (stiff). The shocks cost $169.15, and the springs $69.25.
    Good Luck, and smooth rollin'. GS-ESW

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      #3
      Yes, you will want the heavy-duty springs, no question about it.

      In fact, on my GS850G, I ended up switching to the extra-heavy-duty 120/170 springs -- they're listed under the Kawasaki Voyager.

      With just me, they're perfect in the first position. Add another click for luggage, two clicks for the wife, three clicks for wife & luggage.
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        #4
        Originally posted by bwringer View Post
        Yes, you will want the heavy-duty springs, no question about it.

        In fact, on my GS850G, I ended up switching to the extra-heavy-duty 120/170 springs -- they're listed under the Kawasaki Voyager.

        With just me, they're perfect in the first position. Add another click for luggage, two clicks for the wife, three clicks for wife & luggage.
        Hey Bri, I just snagged a set of Progressives on Ebay (actually for a CB900F but I wanted that extra inch on em) and they came with 110/150s i think? You think that will be substantial enough for my fat arse, and roses skinny one? The MDIs i have on it now are simply BRUTAL, even with my weight. I like my bike sprung a little on the stiff side, but my kidnneys were PI$$ED..

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          #5
          I'm 230 and have the heavy duty springs, I would not want anything lighter.

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            #6
            Originally posted by almarconi View Post
            I'm 230 and have the heavy duty springs, I would not want anything lighter.
            Damn i got you by 30 lbs... Guess I will purchase some HD springs when I have the cash to do so. Anyone have a spring compressor i can borrow? Cant complain too much tho, I snagged em for $35 plus shipping.. And they look damn nice

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              #7
              I believe the 105/150's are the heavy duty springs, if you want heavier you will need the bwringer specials.

              I wonder if some F350 (1 ton) front coils spring would work for you big guys

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                #8
                Originally posted by almarconi View Post
                I believe the 105/150's are the heavy duty springs, if you want heavier you will need the bwringer specials.

                I wonder if some F350 (1 ton) front coils spring would work for you big guys
                Oh Ok, well good deal then...Thanks Al

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                  #9
                  Thanks guys; sounds like I did right by going with the HD units!

                  Let's get together soon Eric! Next time you feel like it, or find yourself in the area - give me a heads-up and ride out to Shoreline (I'll show you some of the other toys...)

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