Are progressive fork springs worth the $
Grab you front brake as you push the bike forward. How much does it sink? Progressives and a little heavier new oil will reduce that by at least 50%. Since the tubes have to come out to replace the seals it is a quick cheap improvement. I used DelRay #7 fork oil, I think. The springs cost 100$. Ask Kevin how the his TwoTone feels? The forks from a crashed Diavel will fit. Marchesini. 1500+ used, if you find a set. In the back, Progressives 444s are expensive 600+, but IMO worth it. The original ones will buck you off the bike in a good bump. I bought 440 standards and set them at minimum preload. 200lbs, solo rider, 07 Classic, novice rider.
 
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I've been launched due to the rear shocks. I'm leaking fork oil so it's time. The rear shocks may have to wait for a few months. Appreciate the reply!
 
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I finally was able to find some green,and changed the rear shocks to progressive 444!!!! Oh my, I couldn't believe the difference on my sore aching hips and lower back from work. I was so worried that it wasn't going to do much so I kept waiting can now go for a long ride after work,instead of waiting till a day after my last work day to ride a bit and lots of ibuprofen. The front was a thought that has come to mind but that will be costly as I'd have to have a mechanic do that one don't have anything close to the equipment needed for that and something about a size shorter and narrower front tire did a lot for stearing and handling don't know have to look into that more
 
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