Shock absorbers for V7

[trix400]

I'v got a V7 Special 2014 and would like to upgrade my rear shocks but don't want to break the bank . Thinking of purchasing the Bitubo, Hagon, or Ikons.
$200-$400 dollar range. Any advice would be much appreciated.

[Yukonica]

Banks are built to be broken.  ::)
I bought a pair of Mupo shocks from Todd Egan. Love the change in the bike.
And with all those dollars out of the wallet it felt even lighter.
~ I'm a person who buys something once and runs it through it's service life.
A few extra bucks spent early lead to years of happiness. But that's my personal insanity.

[mwrenn]

Banks are built to be broken.  ::)
I bought a pair of Mupo shocks from Todd Egan. Love the change in the bike.
And with all those dollars out of the wallet it felt even lighter.
~ I'm a person who buys something once and runs it through it's service life.
A few extra bucks spent early lead to years of happiness. But that's my personal insanity.

+1. Save up and get some good ones.  I spent money on Bitubos.  They bottomed out, a little better than the stock ones, but not much.  Wound up giving them away.  Wasted $$

[jetmechmarty]

Key is getting the correct spring rate for the bike and rider.  Purchase the spring/shock combo from someone who will deliver what you need and not leave you to guess.  Traxxion Dynamics sell Bitubo shocks.  A friend of mine recently sourced his from there and is well pleased.  Matt Wiley of Race-Tech recommended YSS to me when I asked about economical shocks. (Race-Tech doesn't sell economical shocks)  Also, Hagon USA should offer the help you need to get it right.  Key is getting the proper spring rate.

My own story is that I bought Progressive Suspension shocks in what their site recommended as heavy duty.  The price was right.  The laden sag was too much and I'm dragging hard parts.  I bought another pair of springs and a tool to change them.  Price is not right anymore and I really don't like the progressive spring ride.  Lesson learned.

[clubman]

I bought the Ikons from MG 4 yrs ago. Made 1 small adjustment initially, haven't touched them since. Really good shocks for the money

[trix400]

What is the proper size (length) shock for the V7 special?

[Moto Fugazzi]

If it's the same as my V7 Classic, then 390mm or 15.35"
Ken

[trix400]

Thanks!