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    Recommendations for Rear shock replacement DRZ

    Among the stable of 4 motorcycles is one 2008 DRZ 400. However, the OEM rear shock is not adequate to sustain my weight (200lbs) and my camping gear (60lbs) with out bottoming out on other than smooth single track. I have tightened the spring by about 3 turns but the dampening almost feels non existent. I checked for oil leaks to see if the shock gave up the ghost but no indicators or tell tale signs of leakage. So looking for a replacement that isn't going to break the bank but will do the job!

    Any Suggestions?

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    Re: Recommendations for Rear shock replacement DRZ

    Remove the shock from the bike and take it to Jim at Racers Edge in Lakewood. He will overhaul the shock and install a stiffer spring for your weight and gear, and for much less than a new shock. His number is 303.986.2107
    John
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    Re: Recommendations for Rear shock replacement DRZ

    Or Dave at STM suspension. Good guy who knows his stuff beyond 90% of what we'll ever know.
    Have owned: '01 Volusia
    Currently own: '05 Z750S

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