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Stornello shock upgrade (and other questions)
egschade:
Looking to upgrade the shocks on a 2016 V7 Stornello. Not looking for premium, just something better than OEM (I know - low bar). Mostly casual street riding with some bumpy/gravel back roads thrown in. Any suggestions? Stock length or +10 or 20mm? I had +20mm Hagon Trail shocks on my V7 III and they were better but not great because I ordered too stiff a spring.
PM me if you have something you want to sell.
jrt:
I don't want to be indiscreet, lol, but how much do you weigh? I have a set of Hagon Nitro shocks on my daughter's V7ii (same bike). The nitros are good shocks, but they are sized for 190-200lbs maybe? They are ok, but on the stiff side for me at 180. She weighs about as much as a bag of leaves, so the bike is a hard-tail frame for her.
Anyhow- I'd be interested in a trade for a decent, but weight-matched set of rear shocks for her.
egschade:
--- Quote from: jrt on February 13, 2026, 06:40:17 PM ---I don't want to be indiscreet, lol, but how much do you weigh? I have a set of Hagon Nitro shocks on my daughter's V7ii (same bike). The nitros are good shocks, but they are sized for 190-200lbs maybe? They are ok, but on the stiff side for me at 180. She weighs about as much as a bag of leaves, so the bike is a hard-tail frame for her.
Anyhow- I'd be interested in a trade for a decent, but weight-matched set of rear shocks for her.
--- End quote ---
About 200 lbs with all my gear on. I'll hold on to the OEM shocks so the bike can be OEM if desired. PM me if you want to work out a deal.
egschade:
Does anyone know if the Stornello spoke rims have the safety lip? I sealed my V85 rims with good success and may do the same with the Stornello rather than running tubes.
Bulldog9:
I'd recommend the Hagon 420mm, but you've already tried them. IKONs are pretty good, and there are other Hagons that can be sprung for your weight. I bought my Hagons from British Cycles. They are located in Conn.
The Bitubo shocks I just put on as I transition the Stornello back to full street/sport mode are excellent.
It's all about how much you want to spend.....
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