Roadster rear shocks upgrade?

och2pot said:

I'm getting sick of being kicked out of the seat when hitting rough road patches and potholes at speed , and despite trying all the adjustments on the Roadster shocks, it's just too harsh for me. I want some better damping and softer springs to soak up the bumps better. Even after 9000miles it's not stopped annoying me, solo and 2-up.
So anyone got any ideas? Here in the UK the two options I'm thinking might suit are Hagon Nitros or Fournales Magnums but neither are cheap, so i'd like to hear from anyone who's had the same problem and sorted it. I'm 13 st and my wife's 10st. (180lbs and 140lbs)

The front end's not too bad for now but no doubt could be improved too.

cheers

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Jvheli said:

For what it's worth, I have a 2011 and a 2016 Roadster. The new shocks are very good in my opinion compared to the earlier version which I agree are harsh. Perhaps some late model take offs?

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saddleup said:

I find with the stock suspension the bike wallows under it's weight around corners.

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RocketMan3 said:

They are a good price...
if you get them tell me how you go..
These look ok to...
Twin Roadster for Triumph 2300 Rocket III Roadster - Model 2010-2016 - EMC SHOCKS US

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1olbull said:

never heard of never heard of these before. Thanks for the tip I'll have to look into them.

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RocketMan3 said:

I wonder what length they would be rated at (12.5"/13.5") if they where screwed down on the spring. It would make it stiffer but you have all those 32 adjustments to compensate that I would think...

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1olbull said:

My experience has been to go no shorter than 12.5 inches and a little more height would be better if you have the inseam to handle it, which at 29" I don't.

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