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08-26-2008, 03:19 AM
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Ohlins shock or rebuild stock shock?
About 1500 miles ago I rebuilt the forks with RaceTech stiff springs and gold valves and couldn't be happier. I've toyed with the idea of putting an ohlins or penske rear shock on but do not know if I want to spend between 800-1200 bucks. Has anyone rebuilt the stock shock w/racetech valves/new spring? I mainly ride this on the street but have been to a several track days on it...but track duty is mainly reserved for the RC now.
Any advice or suggestions would be appreciated.
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1998 Superhawk, RT gold valves & springs, SS lines, 15/43 520 conv, pazzo's, HID, DB, Jardine high mnt, BMC, rejet, gilles rearsets....
2003 RC51, Ohlins forks, ohlins shock w/dk link, march frg alum, brembo floaters, HRC pads & SS lines, scotts damper, Jardine 2:1 w/custom map, gilles rearsets & chain adj, galfer rear rotor, 15/42 520 conv, dk clip ons, crg levers, T1 gen2 snorkel & C/F airbox, soft rev mod, batt relocated, HRC throttle, custom harness...... 
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08-27-2008, 03:02 PM
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you posted in the wrong forum... try RC51 technical...
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Originally Posted by hawkman996
About 1500 miles ago I rebuilt the forks with RaceTech stiff springs and gold valves and couldn't be happier. I've toyed with the idea of putting an ohlins or penske rear shock on but do not know if I want to spend between 800-1200 bucks. Has anyone rebuilt the stock shock w/racetech valves/new spring? I mainly ride this on the street but have been to a several track days on it...but track duty is mainly reserved for the RC now.
Any advice or suggestions would be appreciated.
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08-27-2008, 03:28 PM
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30 lashing with a wet noodle!!!!!
its hard to wrong with th ohlins. add to that you'll be able to adjust the ride height. seems rebuilding the stock is like polishing a turd. deals can be found on the shocks you just have to look. got mine, with a kyle link for 600 bucks 
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08-28-2008, 03:34 AM
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Originally Posted by Marxist
you posted in the wrong forum... try RC51 technical...
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But this is a questions about my superhawk........isn't this in the superhawk general discussion?
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1998 Superhawk, RT gold valves & springs, SS lines, 15/43 520 conv, pazzo's, HID, DB, Jardine high mnt, BMC, rejet, gilles rearsets....
2003 RC51, Ohlins forks, ohlins shock w/dk link, march frg alum, brembo floaters, HRC pads & SS lines, scotts damper, Jardine 2:1 w/custom map, gilles rearsets & chain adj, galfer rear rotor, 15/42 520 conv, dk clip ons, crg levers, T1 gen2 snorkel & C/F airbox, soft rev mod, batt relocated, HRC throttle, custom harness......
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08-28-2008, 03:35 AM
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Originally Posted by robfromsc
30 lashing with a wet noodle!!!!!
its hard to wrong with th ohlins. add to that you'll be able to adjust the ride height. seems rebuilding the stock is like polishing a turd. deals can be found on the shocks you just have to look. got mine, with a kyle link for 600 bucks |
I've got full ohlins and a dan kyle link on my RC....I'm sorry I did not specify this question was for my superhawk. Thanks for the input anyhow
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1998 Superhawk, RT gold valves & springs, SS lines, 15/43 520 conv, pazzo's, HID, DB, Jardine high mnt, BMC, rejet, gilles rearsets....
2003 RC51, Ohlins forks, ohlins shock w/dk link, march frg alum, brembo floaters, HRC pads & SS lines, scotts damper, Jardine 2:1 w/custom map, gilles rearsets & chain adj, galfer rear rotor, 15/42 520 conv, dk clip ons, crg levers, T1 gen2 snorkel & C/F airbox, soft rev mod, batt relocated, HRC throttle, custom harness......
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08-28-2008, 04:56 AM
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Originally Posted by hawkman996
I've got full ohlins and a dan kyle link on my RC....I'm sorry I did not specify this question was for my superhawk. Thanks for the input anyhow
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then you know what good suspension is like and the stock hawk unit, no mater how good it is wont ever be that nice 
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08-29-2008, 09:38 PM
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Originally Posted by robfromsc
then you know what good suspension is like and the stock hawk unit, no mater how good it is wont ever be that nice |
But this is where your advice falls short: used ohlins FOR A SUPERHAWK are extremely rare.
Hawkman, you should post your question over on superhawkforum.com as I'm sure someone there has done a rebuild.
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09-03-2008, 12:38 AM
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I've done a Racetech shock kit and it works superbly. You're not going World Superbike racing, right?
As with all things, its important to follow the directions to a "T" and be honest with your assessment of your riding style and capabilities.
Do it yourself or, if you're not comfortable with this type of work, find a capable technician. Using a technician, you should get away with the works for no more than $350-400.
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09-04-2008, 02:05 AM
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Originally Posted by BC999S
I've done a Racetech shock kit and it works superbly. You're not going World Superbike racing, right?
As with all things, its important to follow the directions to a "T" and be honest with your assessment of your riding style and capabilities.
Do it yourself or, if you're not comfortable with this type of work, find a capable technician. Using a technician, you should get away with the works for no more than $350-400.
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Thanks for the input. I have the RC for pushing hard....the hawk may see one trackday a year if lucky. I liked the racetech kit for the forks, gave enough performance for street while helping at the track. I figured rear would do the same. I know a $1200 ohlins would work great and be a trick piece on the hawk.
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1998 Superhawk, RT gold valves & springs, SS lines, 15/43 520 conv, pazzo's, HID, DB, Jardine high mnt, BMC, rejet, gilles rearsets....
2003 RC51, Ohlins forks, ohlins shock w/dk link, march frg alum, brembo floaters, HRC pads & SS lines, scotts damper, Jardine 2:1 w/custom map, gilles rearsets & chain adj, galfer rear rotor, 15/42 520 conv, dk clip ons, crg levers, T1 gen2 snorkel & C/F airbox, soft rev mod, batt relocated, HRC throttle, custom harness......
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12-28-2008, 02:54 AM
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I have a ohlins shock off my 98 super hawk I am going to post for $400.00 + shipping if your interested along with helibar's which are chrome plated ( nice ) with matching ( chrome plated ) bar ends and screws for $150.00.
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12-29-2008, 03:45 AM
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Originally Posted by mcbrien
I have a ohlins shock off my 98 super hawk I am going to post for $400.00 + shipping if your interested along with helibar's which are chrome plated ( nice ) with matching ( chrome plated ) bar ends and screws for $150.00.
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sent pm on ohlins shock...also if available send pics
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1998 Superhawk, RT gold valves & springs, SS lines, 15/43 520 conv, pazzo's, HID, DB, Jardine high mnt, BMC, rejet, gilles rearsets....
2003 RC51, Ohlins forks, ohlins shock w/dk link, march frg alum, brembo floaters, HRC pads & SS lines, scotts damper, Jardine 2:1 w/custom map, gilles rearsets & chain adj, galfer rear rotor, 15/42 520 conv, dk clip ons, crg levers, T1 gen2 snorkel & C/F airbox, soft rev mod, batt relocated, HRC throttle, custom harness......
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12-29-2008, 02:51 PM
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PM replied to and here's a pic if anyones interested .
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01-05-2009, 11:29 PM
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PM sent
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01-14-2009, 03:10 PM
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Ohlins sold .
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