Rear Suspension upgrading for GS400 E

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  • HAMMERHT
    • Feb 2026

    #1

    Rear Suspension upgrading for GS400 E

    Hey guys I have a question about upgrading my rear shocks.
    I remember reading a while ago that Progressive shocks are good but there was a certain model for my GS400 E.

    What do you guys suggest for my bike?
    I'm not looking for performance necessarily. I am starting to take passengers and go for long trips with bags and I am looking for a stiffer but still comfortable setup.

    Additional info,
    I weigh 180 lbs (I'm working on getting at 160 lbs, if that makes a difference)
    I have soft saddle bags and I like to go to Kelowna, BC (Which is one of many Canada's winery locations) and I tend to bring lots of wine back which can get very heavy.
    I've limited my passengers to weigh no more than 150-165 lbs, any heavier and the bike will bottom out over bumps.

    Or should I get my rear shocks rebuilt?
    Last edited by Guest; 07-27-2019, 12:23 PM.
  • LAB3
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    Past Site Supporter
    • Mar 2018
    • 3496
    • No fixed address

    #2
    If it's any help my 82 450t with original shocks and springs hauls me,190lbs and anothet 75lbs total between my tools and gear. Have had a passenger that weighs about 150 on it, the suspension was fine but we certainly weren't getting anywhere quick.
    2001 Kawasaki Voyager XII (Current bike)
    1982 GS450txz (former bike)

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