‘Make it suit your riding’
There are two main reasons for replacing a shock: first is that you have a sealed, unserviceable unit that has lost all its damping, and second is that you simply want to upgrade. It’s all too easy to just pick any old shock that fits your budget and taste, buy it online and bolt it in, but doing it this way means you’re unlikely to be getting the new shock’s full potential. A better idea is to check out one of the many suspension specialists, as these will be able to steer you in the right direction for your riding. Their services and products are often aimed at customers who engage in sport and circuit riding, and they have gathered a lot of experience over the years to meet the specific requirements for individual bikes and riders. But the beautiful thing is that this experience offers a rich vein of technical know-how for almost every type of road riding, too. They’ll not only ensure you get the right shock for you with the correct weight of spring, but they’ll set it up perfectly, too. So whether you want to make your trackday bike better or improve road bike comfort, there is almost certainly a solution that can be provided by a specialist.