Replacing rear shock spring??

[tri650]

Is there a way to put a new spring on the rear shocks? Want to keep the look but get a spring more for my weight. I have had springs replaced on modern bikes but not my XS. Anyone done this?

[bikerphil]

Yep, I've changed springs many times using a home made tool I built....

[tri650]

So basically you are compressing the spring to get it out? Where have you purchased replacement springs?

[bikerphil]

Yes, you compress the spring and then remove the top keeper, then release the tension. I've never really bought any springs, just salvaged ones from other bike shocks. I know Progressive sells springs, check on eBay. You can cheat and put a spacer above the preload adjuster to make your springs stiffer if you want. I wouldn't put too much money into 30 yr old shocks if you still have the originals.