GS650E Progressive part confirmation

[Dustin2]

Hello

I have a 1982 GS650E (Canadian) which needs suspension servicing. I just got it running and insured under collector/vintage plates and am using it for... well, everything besides work/school commuting (which is not allowed).

I just want to confirm I have the right parts for this thing. It's hard to confirm whether parts are for an E or not...

Also, if I'm changing the rear shocks; I can simply re-use the stock springs right? I'm on a tight budget and I just want to service the suspension up to 'stock+1' standards I suppose.

Fork springs: http://www.bikebandit.com/progressiv...=3637&t=1&td=1

Rear shocks: http://www.bikebandit.com/progressiv...=3637&t=1&td=1

Thanks

PS: I love this bike. It's my third bike but I definitely like it the best. When I bought it, I really wasn't sure what I would think of it but it's absolutely fantastic.

[Big T]

Those are the correct parts for your "E"

The new shock will come with springs, so there's no need to change the springs. They are probably of different diameters anyway, and may not interchange

[srsupertrap]

I think springs are are purchased separately?

[Dustin2]

Springs are sold separately according to BikeBandit.

If you think the OEM springs won't work, what do you recommend for the bike?

[Dustin2]

The 412-series DOES come with springs

http://www.bikebandit.com/progressive-suspension-412-series-magnum-steel-spring-shock

These appear to be a bit higher-end than the basic 12-series. Thoughts?