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MODIFICATIONS >
Shocks & Springs
by Ted Verrill
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Ohlins
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The Ohlins is
widely acclaimed as the best shock made for the K-Series BMW bikes.
It is rebuildable and quite adjustable. Check back for more information.
REAR
SHOCK
Model: Ohlins Type 4 Fully adjustable remote reservoir,
remote hydraulic spring preload
Installation: Moderate - 1 to 1.5 hours. (largely
due to the time needed to mount the shock reservoir.)
Need: As with several comfort accessories, the choice of
replacement shock absorber is best made after thoroughly testing
not only the stock screen but all available replacements. Generally,
any replacement shock will give a better ride then the stock, which
apparently usually begins to fail at around 30,000 miles.
Cost: $750 to $1,000 depending on availability.
FRONT
SPRINGS
No info available
No Contact
info as of yet.
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Fox
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The
Fox Twin-Clicker is apparently the shock of choice for most serious
BMW riders due to it's high quality and wide availability. It is rebuildable
and quite adjustable. Check back for more information.
REAR
SHOCK
Model: N/A
Installation: Moderate - 1 to 1.5 hours. (largely
due to the time needed to mount the shock reservoir.)
Cost: $550 to $700.
FRONT
SPRINGS
No info available
No Contact
info as of yet.
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Koni
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The
Koni is widely respected as the only maker of Shock absorbers for
the K bike that offers a full lifetime warranty to the original purchaser.
While this shock is not as easy to find nor as adjustable as the Fox,
many buy Koni simply for the peace of mind of knowing that they will
not have to repeatedly spend several hundred dollars having the shock
rebuilt. It is rebuildable and adjustable. Check back for more information.
REAR
SHOCK
Model: 2615
(RELEASED!!)
Installation: Moderate - 1 hour.
Cost: $325
FRONT
SPRINGS
No info available
No Contact
info as of yet.
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Progressive
Suspension
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Progressive
makes the lower-end replacement shocks for the K series, with models
ranging a simple replacement for the stock shock to models resembling
the Fox with remote reservoir and full adjustability. While there
apparently has been some question as to the quality of these shocks
and the limited warranty, they are a good low-cost replacement for
a failing stock shock.
REAR
SHOCK
Model: 420 - 1019 (Rebuildable - thanks
Ralph Catanese :)
Installation: Moderate- 1 hour.
Cost: $418.70 MSRP.
FRONT
SPRINGS
No info available
Contact Info:
11129 G Ave
Hesperia, CA 92345
(760) 948-4012
FAX (760) 948-4307
progsusp@aol.com
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Works
Performance
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Works
is well known for being the premier supplier of "short"
shocks, shocks cut down for people who want to lower their bikes.
There are no "off the shelf" shocks as each unit is built
based on the rider's weight, specific length, requirements, chassis
geometry, and intended use. Please see the fitment
page for specifics.
REAR
SHOCK
Model: Steel Tracker (Rebuildable)
Installation: Moderate- 1 hour.
Cost: $379+
FRONT
SPRINGS
Model: 3410 (3106H for Showa Forks)
Installation: Involved - 3 hours
Cost: $89
Contact Info:
Works Performance Products, Inc.
21045 Osborne St.
Canoga Park, CA 91304
(Tel) 818-701-1010 (Fax) 818-701-9043
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White
Brothers
WP Suspension
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White
Power has enjoyed a good reputation among its owners. While not
widely available, it is considered one of the better shocks.
REAR
SHOCK
Model: NA
Installation: NA
Cost: $NA
FRONT
SPRINGS
Model: 93759 9932.192.A (1202B) for K1100RS/LT
Installation: NA, See the IBMWR Tech Page for an installation
article
Cost: $100 - $125
Contact Info:
White Brothers
24845 Corbit Place, Yorba Linda, California, 92687
(714) 692-3404
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