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Old 16 Jul 2010
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4PT rear shock

Hey Everybody! Me and the missus have a 4PT each, but she hardly rides hers, whereas I commute and ride a lot. Her bike feels springy and new (10000 miles on the clock), whereas mine doesnt (20000 miles on the clock) I'm also a lot heavier than my wife. What can I do to get the spring back in the bike? Is there a shock upgrade for the 4PT model? Is there a heavier duty spring avalible? Hagon has a whole new unit, for about 300 quid. Anyone got any ideas that arnt so expensive? With thanks
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Hagon make adjustable shocks for the XT600E...

Tell them your weight, riding style and they will put the correct spring on for you too..

In your pricerange too.
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Also, there is a brand out there call "TMX"...

They were previously known as "Technoflex" but were bought by GM and renamed to "TMX"...

They can even make you a custom build one...but it also ain't cheap....


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Wilbers makes some for 200-400ish euro depending on the model.

I have yet to find a supplier for xt springs.

Have you tried to tighten up the preload on the spring? It should help.
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Dave Lambeth sells springs for XT stock rear shocks in various strength's/load ratings. Failing that you could have one made to order.

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