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'97 R1100R Shocks Replacement

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wildwillywah

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Good day. I'm looking to replacing shocks on my R1100R with 85K miles on the odo. Initially, I was leaning toward Progressive brand, but they only show replacement shocks for the RS. Could those be a direct substitute, or are the OEM's my only solution? Thanks.
 
There are many choices out there. Wilbers has a good reputation. There's also Ohlins and Hagon. You could also have your stock shocks rebuilt.
 
I put Hagon shocks front and rear on my R1100RS. I thought the price was fair, the shocks can be rebuilt, and I have been pleased with the results. Following is a link to the application chart; one can find the specific bike of interest and see the relevant part numbers, features, options, etc. I called and provided more specifics, e.g., anticipated loads on the bike and type of riding majority of time.

http://www.hagonshocksusa.com/HagApps1.htm

http://www.hagonshocksusa.com/index.htm
 
Ted Porters Beemer shop has many different brands and models of shocks and a web site that is easy to use.
 
I have Wilburs on my R850R bike. I didn't know the stock shocks were rebuildable, but mine were low miles and the Wilburs are SO much better!
 
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