Rear Suspension

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  • Diver
    Forum Apprentice
    Past Site Supporter
    • Jul 2023
    • 64
    • Republic of Ireland

    #1

    Rear Suspension

    Hi all again.
    Not sure whether I have posted this to right category.
    I would like to soften the ride on my 1979 GS850G. I don't know what shocks are on it. There since I bought it over 12 years ago maybe more. Definitely not original.
    any advice would be greatly appreciated
    Regards
    Chris
  • salty_monk
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    GSResource Superstar
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    • Oct 2006
    • 14001
    • London, UK to Redondo Beach, California

    #2
    Change the rear springs for something softer Chris.
    you might be able to soften the damping depending on what they are if it’s adjustable.

    You need to figure out what is on there in order to replace. You can measure the coils annd calculate it and/or buy something new specific for your weight.
    The Ikon brand were a good shock for the money in your neck of the woods but not sure if you can still get them.

    Got any pictures? Someone here might be able to identify from a photo.

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