89-97 rear shock

[KatanaMan]

Does anyone have any ideas about the rear shock on a 600 90 kat or where I can get one and what fits? Anytime I hammer down on the gas I feel like my butt is dragging and the front of the bike is coming up.
My fork seal are garbage and they are being replaced this weekend, but I dont think they would be causing all of the problem.
Whats your thoughts

[Anonymous]

I'm putting a Bandit 1200 shock on mine soon, and I'll let you know how it feels as I do have 2 extra.

[KatanaMan]

Sounds good. If it works out and rides good, would you want to get rid of one of them?

[Anonymous]

Totally.

[meanstrk]

I use a Bandit shock on mine. It raises the tail up considerably (at least 2 inches if not more) so if you are having a tip toe problem it will not help at all. It has a heavier spring rate that the stock shock also, so if you are on the heavier side it may help you a bit. I am not heavy (170 lbs before gear) but I tend to like a stiffer set up for the rear and overlook the harsh ride. You can dial the pre load down which will help.

Basically, it is an inexpensive method of creating a faster turn in rate while also increase you rigitity of the ride. If you do two up riding it helps support the extra weight also.

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[ThAzKat]

try a RF900 shock or Gixxer shock

[SweetLou]

Will the bandit shock bolt into the 98+ Kats? And do you know if it will raise the rear at all on them as well?

[ThAzKat]

Yes it will raise it but it doesn't give you the full adjustment like the Gixxer or RF shock.