Went for a ride today and hit a few 'bumps' so I thought I'd check the
settings on the rear shocks and was 'shocked' to see that there are none. (WTF)
The front is suspension is a bit better than my old SH150i but the rear
is harsher.
Potholes
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Re: Potholes
The stock shocks on my 2017 don't have any adjustments. I guess the mindset is to replace them when they wear out.
I haven't looked into getting any replacements for mine yet. Those frost heaves, pot holes, and residual sand patches left over from Winter road treatment can be a real "hoot" though.
Somebody will chime in here that has some experience with YSS or some brand I'm sure. . ..

I haven't looked into getting any replacements for mine yet. Those frost heaves, pot holes, and residual sand patches left over from Winter road treatment can be a real "hoot" though.

Somebody will chime in here that has some experience with YSS or some brand I'm sure. . ..

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Re: Potholes
True. I think the YSS shocks have been considered the most popular so far on this forum. There are varying sub-categories within the brand for differing rider weights. You would have to get with those who have them to see which one is best for your bike.
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Red 2013 Honda PCX150
Givi tall windshield & tailbox - Lots of extra lights
Custom seat from Thailand - Bad Boy Airhorn
Takegawa Lowering Shocks - Michelin City Grip Tires
Headlight assy upgraded to LEDs w/HS5 main bulbs
NCY variator, drive face, and rollers
Red 2013 Honda PCX150
Givi tall windshield & tailbox - Lots of extra lights
Custom seat from Thailand - Bad Boy Airhorn
Takegawa Lowering Shocks - Michelin City Grip Tires
Headlight assy upgraded to LEDs w/HS5 main bulbs
NCY variator, drive face, and rollers
Re: Potholes
Turning the handlebars will steer the scooter around the bumps.
Sorted.
Sorted.
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Re: Potholes
Now he tells me!gn2 wrote:Turning the handlebars will steer the scooter around the bumps.
Sorted.

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Re: Potholes
https://globalnews.ca/news/3585036/clos ... llor-says/gn2 wrote:Turning the handlebars will steer the scooter around the bumps.
Sorted.
I kinda knew about the handlebar thing.
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Re: Potholes
gn2 wrote:Turning the handlebars will steer the scooter around the bumps.
Sorted.
I dont think Ive ever turned the handlebars on a bike other than pushing it. Again I am doing things so wrong.
Re: Potholes
If you've only ever ridden in straight lines you may not have.
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Re: Potholes
Think I understand.
Whenever he gets to a shore, he dismounts and turns it around.
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Whenever he gets to a shore, he dismounts and turns it around.
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Re: Potholes
So...he has a PCX turned dirt bike? Must be hell on curbs.
Currently own:
Red 2013 Honda PCX150
Givi tall windshield & tailbox - Lots of extra lights
Custom seat from Thailand - Bad Boy Airhorn
Takegawa Lowering Shocks - Michelin City Grip Tires
Headlight assy upgraded to LEDs w/HS5 main bulbs
NCY variator, drive face, and rollers
Red 2013 Honda PCX150
Givi tall windshield & tailbox - Lots of extra lights
Custom seat from Thailand - Bad Boy Airhorn
Takegawa Lowering Shocks - Michelin City Grip Tires
Headlight assy upgraded to LEDs w/HS5 main bulbs
NCY variator, drive face, and rollers