Was thinking of upgrading my stock rears as I'm close to 100kg with all riding gear on and wouldn't mind better quality as I'm doing 100-140miles every week on it.
Has any of you got any opinion on experience with those two sets?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Honda-PCX-125 ... SwdIFXxxIa
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Honda-PCX-125 ... SwGvhT9vR4
I know these are for different year PCX but I can't see it not fitting my 2015 v3 model
many thanks
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Re: pcx125 2015 rear budged suspension
I wouldn't replace the stock shocks unless they were dead. Also, aftermarket doesn't always mean better quality.
Other members here could give pointers on the reliability of aftermarket shocks for the PCX.
Other members here could give pointers on the reliability of aftermarket shocks for the PCX.


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Re: pcx125 2015 rear budged suspension
I have fitted the second one on my PCX (Z-series offset, range 70-90kg) and I am very happy with these
shocks. Not one moment of regret and would advise them for all PCX's.
I bought them for €120,-.
My weight is a little less (85-90kg), but did have big problems with the original shocks and the large amount of speed bumps or unflat brick roads we have overhere in the Netherlands.
Now I can take the bumps almost without reducing speed and can stay sitting on the buddyseat. On normal roads the scooter is still comfortable.
Even with the YSS, the PCX will not be so comfortable as a normal motorcycle, because of the small wheels and the short wheelbase.
shocks. Not one moment of regret and would advise them for all PCX's.
I bought them for €120,-.
My weight is a little less (85-90kg), but did have big problems with the original shocks and the large amount of speed bumps or unflat brick roads we have overhere in the Netherlands.
Now I can take the bumps almost without reducing speed and can stay sitting on the buddyseat. On normal roads the scooter is still comfortable.
Even with the YSS, the PCX will not be so comfortable as a normal motorcycle, because of the small wheels and the short wheelbase.
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Re: pcx125 2015 rear budged suspension
A lot of the members bought YSS shocks. Powerbypcx.com has some really nice ones that are inexpensive enough that they would give those ones you pointed out a run for their money. If you are going to buy replacement shocks make sure that they are a good brand and are adjustable. YSS meets both requirements. No, I do not represent them. I have Takegawa Lowering Shocks on both of my bikes, but I bought them so that my wife could ride either bike without any difficulty. They also meet both requirements.
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Re: pcx125 2015 rear budged suspension
I recently purchased a 2013 PCX 150. We probably will need to buy some different shocks to lower it for me. I'm 5'0". Yep, I've got some platform boots. They help but not enough. Are the Takegawas the best way to go? Our local shop just stood there shaking his head when we went in this morning to see if he would do it for us.
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Re: pcx125 2015 rear budged suspension
As far as I know the Takegawa Lowering Shocks are the best Lowering, adjustable Shocks for the money. I have them On Both of our 2013 models. However, do not think that they will make ALL of the difference you need. They lower the rear. However, in order to lower the front equally you will have to have a mechanic do something to the front struts as well. I believe that there is a thread on this forum somewhere.
Here it is:
http://hondapcx.org/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=4877
...and here is the site for the Takegawa Shocks (hint: enter Honda PCX 125 in model finder)
https://japan.webike.net/bm/brd/Suspens ... /1080/704/
Here it is:
http://hondapcx.org/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=4877
...and here is the site for the Takegawa Shocks (hint: enter Honda PCX 125 in model finder)
https://japan.webike.net/bm/brd/Suspens ... /1080/704/
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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
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Re: pcx125 2015 rear budged suspension
I put the YSS Z series on my PCX literally weeks after I bought it. The stock shocks just didn't make it over speedbumps for me. I still am running them today, 3 years later, they still work perfect.
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Re: pcx125 2015 rear budged suspension
I'm no lightweight at 120KG, plus another 30+ KG when I'm taking my son to school. I upgraded to YSS Z series XXLs and couldn't be happier.
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Re: pcx125 2015 rear budged suspension
pappasmurf wrote:I'm no lightweight at 120KG, plus another 30+ KG when I'm taking my son to school. I upgraded to YSS Z series XXLs and couldn't be happier.
A 120kg smurf?

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Re: pcx125 2015 rear budged suspension
Hey, Smurfs can overeat too. Besides, have you seen Papa Smurf? He doesn't look like the exercising type. :-)
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