My new Ikon shocks

[Rocky]

Yesterday, when I was in the basement, I noted the Ikon box sitting on my workbench and decided that the shocks weren't doing much good there, so I fitted them to my T100.
It only took me about 30-35 minutes and the old shocks popped right off with no fuss.
I decided to take the saddlebag rails off to get them out of the way while I worked, but that also wasn't any fuss.
But the proof of the pudding is in the eating, so I'll have to wait a few months before I can test-ride them.
They sure are purty

 

[CarlS]

They look really good. You are definitely going to notice a difference in the ride and the handling in corners. Do you have progressive type springs in the front?

 

[Rocky]

They look really good. You are definitely going to notice a difference in the ride and the handling in corners. Do you have progressive type springs in the front?

Yes I do and that's the next project.
I've been reading the Haynes repair manual to learn how things come apart and go back together again - along with the instructions that came with the springs.
I mentioned the springs before and some of you posted advice which I printed and will refer to as I go along.
I'm no mechanic, but I have a few skills with wrenches so it doesn't faze me at all to tackle it.
I dismantled the front ends of both of my old bikes and repaired them with no problems so this should just be more of the same - more or less.
It looks pretty straight forward to me.

 

[CarlS]

It is straight forward. Just note the oil level when you take the shocks off and make sure the level is the same after you install the new springs. You will find that the springs make a major difference in the handling. It will be like a new bike to you.

 

[DaveM]

They sure do look nice now we need to wait for that ride report

 

[keystiger]

Great looking shocks, good job Rocky!

 

[Rocky]

It is straight forward. Just note the oil level when you take the shocks off and make sure the level is the same after you install the new springs. You will find that the springs make a major difference in the handling. It will be like a new bike to you.

Thanks, I'm noting all the good advice

 

[Rocky]

They sure do look nice now we need to wait for that ride report

Yes, come spring I'll have new tires and an all new supsension, so we'll see how it goes.

 

[CarlS]

It will be a brand new bike. It will not have the feel it currently does.

 

[Silli]

Yep..... Rocky you are gonna have FUN in the spring.

 

[devo]

Nice one Rocky
lets hope your memory allows you to pick the differences after 6 months off the bike.
One other thing,I see you have discolouration on the sidewall of your tire from your chain lube.
I had the same thing develop on mine when I neglected to wash the bike just lately,and I definitely had a couple of occasions where I felt the rear twitch as I laid it over in some tight corners.
I gave the bike a good scrub the other day and paid extra attention to the sidewall,and that problem has now gone.

 

[hemibee]

They look good Rocky. Looking forward to your ride report.

I'm no mechanic, but I have a few skills with wrenches so it doesn't faze me at all to tackle it.

You better no let Mrs. Rocky see this . . . Oh wait, you said wrenches. . . My bad.

 

[Rocky]

They look good Rocky. Looking forward to your ride report.





You better no let Mrs. Rocky see this . . . Oh wait, you said wrenches. . . My bad.

I probably should have said spanners to be more British

Thanks for the advice devo
Yes, that will be the test - no recent feel for the bike when I take it out in April after such a long layoff from riding.

 

[Rocky]

The Ikon shocks are pricey, but after the first ride of the season today, they're worth every penny
Gone is that hit up the spine from the factory shocks when you hit a bad spot in the road.
Combined with the Progressive springs I put in the forks, the bike has been transformed. What a difference!!!!!
It's not the same bike at all and I love the results.

 

[CarlS]

I knew that is the what your experience would be. It handles and feels so much better than stock.

 

[DaveM]

Nice to hear you got such positive results from this upgrade. It may not always be possible to go for the more expensive option but if you can it sure give a better experience