i bought my pristine, mint condition 13,000 mile '80 xs1100 special 2 weeks ago. the previous owner installed a works performance front spring kit on the bike which works ok for me(i switched the fork oil to a lighter weight) but he also installed wp "steel tracker" rear shocks that don't work at all for me. these shocks are nitrogen charged, dual-rate springs and are far too stiff for a guy my size (160lbs). the guy at wp quoted me over $200 to "redo" them to my specs, and that just ain't gonna happen! i want to replace them with standard oem or aftermarket units that are only spring preload adjustable. i'm a retired, very conservative rider and i don't need/want any hi-tech shocks. anybody have any suggestions or recommendations for replacements? perhaps somebody who could utilize these things might trade some very good condition stock ones with me? if so please let me know. thanks.
ps: i really love this bike so far. the power is AMAZING.
ps: i really love this bike so far. the power is AMAZING.
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