Adrian Beckham
Tuned and Synch'ed
Following advice from the forum about the standard shocks struggling to manage luggage and pillions, I figured it would be worth upgrading. After some research and further advice I decided to go with these kiddies.
Richard at Maxton took time out to talk me through my requirements and I finally decided it would be worth adding 15mm to the length to give a bit more travel. There's a detailed sheet to fill out and a 4 to 5 week order period to allow my shocks to be built specifically for me. I have to say the whole process was professional and painless.
But enough of that you want to know what they look like:
Very sexy and very black. Not an issue for me as they are hidden behind the pannier. Adjustable for preload by a screwed collar (one full turn equating to about one step "thing" on the standard shocks) and 20 clicks of rebound. I'd guess they weigh about half of the standard shocks too
I've only had chance for a quick shakedown run and need to properly set sag, but they feel fabulous. A bit firm with the recommended 8 clicks of rebound, but backing off 2 has helped. Richard provided recommendations for pillion and luggage settings that I'll experiment with in the future. Adding 15mm hasn't affected ride height much, though it does mean I need to be careful on the centre stand. I've kept the forks 15mm through the top yokes and there's no twtichines and a marked lightness to the steering when wheeling Bella about. More to come as I get some miles on them.
Richard at Maxton took time out to talk me through my requirements and I finally decided it would be worth adding 15mm to the length to give a bit more travel. There's a detailed sheet to fill out and a 4 to 5 week order period to allow my shocks to be built specifically for me. I have to say the whole process was professional and painless.
But enough of that you want to know what they look like:
Very sexy and very black. Not an issue for me as they are hidden behind the pannier. Adjustable for preload by a screwed collar (one full turn equating to about one step "thing" on the standard shocks) and 20 clicks of rebound. I'd guess they weigh about half of the standard shocks too
I've only had chance for a quick shakedown run and need to properly set sag, but they feel fabulous. A bit firm with the recommended 8 clicks of rebound, but backing off 2 has helped. Richard provided recommendations for pillion and luggage settings that I'll experiment with in the future. Adding 15mm hasn't affected ride height much, though it does mean I need to be careful on the centre stand. I've kept the forks 15mm through the top yokes and there's no twtichines and a marked lightness to the steering when wheeling Bella about. More to come as I get some miles on them.