I’ve discovered an alternative to the popular R6 shock as an upgrade for the GEN1.
After seeing pictures of the rear suspension on the new all concurring BMW S1000RR, I suspected it may make a good choice.
I watched eBay for several months before I finally scored a new Zero mile shock for $26...
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I've managed to grind enough from my stock foot pegs that it is becoming an issue (about 1/3 gone on the left). I've ordered 2 sets of replacement foot pegs off eBay and neither one has fit correctly.
Do any of you have a set of replacement folding foot pegs that you are happy with and can...
If you are 255lbs (115-116kg) or heavier fully geared up and ready to ride or 240lb + luggage (permanent hard bags), and you have replaced your gen 1 shock with a late model R6 shock. I recommend swapping the 10kg/mm R6 spring for the 12kg/mm spring from a cbr1000rr. I recently performed this...