I have the adjustable Showas on my 2001 SS. All I did was change the oil to 5wt. It was a very big improvement over whatever the stock weight oil was (8 or 8.5 I think). The suspension was much more active and very well controlled after the change. I am sure there is much to gain by changing springs and adding gold valves, but if you don't really want to spend a load of cash and ride your bike on the street, give that a try first. It may be all your looking for. Total cost for the change was about $20.00 and a few hours of my time on a rainy weekend.
I only say try this first because if you go all out and change the internals, I am sure there will be a huge improvement... How much of a real world improvement will you have had over just changing the oil to a thinner weight? Just a thought...
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2001 900SS Red (gone but not forgotten)
2003 ST4s Senna colors.
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