Suspension Transformation

[jetmechmarty]

I've been pushing this since I modified my bike. Here's an article about it published in Motorcycle Classics.

Vintage Ride, Modern Shocks

You can dramatically improve the handling of your vintage ride with some comprehensive upgrades, including modern shocks.

I achieved dramatic results and spent far less than half of what was quoted in the article. I couldn't see putting $1000 shocks on a $1000 motorcycle.

[cajun31]

another good read

http://www.motorcycleclassics.com/classic-japanese-motorcycles/yamaha-xs1100.aspx#axzz37NaTF26x