Anyone have the progressive suspension shock on their bike?

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Anyone have the progressive suspension shock on their bike?

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Hi Im looking for feedback for anyone that has the progressive suspension shock on their bike. Please reply back thanks
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I did. And didn't really care for it. It works a little better than the factory shock, but that was about it. In terms of suspension options goes, if you can't get a Fox, Ohlins, or Penske then the Progressive is a better option than stock. But I had to order mine which took 4 weeks and it was over $400+ new. For that kind of money, you can always find a higher performance shock for that kind of money.
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So whats better the progressive suspention shock or a R6 shock?
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Why not do the r6 shock?
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delvryboy wrote:Why not do the r6 shock?
So whats better the progressive suspention shock or a R6 shock?
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Well, shock and dog bones would run you $100-150. A new spring for weight from race tech is $110. So for $250ish, you could have a pretty sweet fully adjustable setup.

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thatkid has a sexy, sexy fox shock for sale....
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cad600 wrote:I did. And didn't really care for it. It works a little better than the factory shock, but that was about it. In terms of suspension options goes, if you can't get a Fox, Ohlins, or Penske then the Progressive is a better option than stock. But I had to order mine which took 4 weeks and it was over $400+ new. For that kind of money, you can always find a higher performance shock for that kind of money.
Hi so when ya had the progressive suspension shock what kind of adjustable settings did ya have?
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Rebound damping is all. If you are going after one of these, do not buy one new. Seriously, you can buy a much better shock for the money.
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