Shock Horror

[YSS]

Thank you Graeme for sharing your non biast opinion on our shocks . Your help and patience is appreciated.
We hope that encourages other people too, to give us a feedback . We dont bite , you know. I always say , If you are happy tell others and if not, tell me. Its only when we know about a problem ,that we can fix it . VMX is a harsh testing ground and thats the knowledge we need ,to stay ahead with quality and performance for the roadmarket.

[Graeme M]

You're welcome Walter. I've been using YSS suspension products for a few months now, but given I get to ride infrequently it's taken a while to get it all sorted. I won't say that I think YSS are the greatest bar none - I haven't tried many many others. But in the 8 years I've been racing vintage, the best shocks I've used are Technoflex. Very expensive though. In my price bracket (well under $1000), the choices so far have been fairly pedestrian. The YSS products on the other hand have proven superb for the money, and I've been really happy with the support, including every effort to make sure my setup was right.

The Shock Horror title of this post relates to an evaluation I've posted on OzVMX:

http://www.ozvmx.com/market/yss.htm.

I like em!

[YSS]

I am glad you hade a Techno Flex "experience". Most peoples comments that used them, say the same.( They didnt win 5 Sidecar world titles and numerous European titles for nothing)
My partner in YSS, Harrie Essens was the former owner and designer of Techno Flex and the 366 series is an improved flow on from the famous Techno Flex 630 series. Rob Phillis proved the 366 superiority with a set of G366TRW on his Suzuki straight out box , winning Phillip Island and set a new lap record.
This may also be a good opportunity to pre announce the new 362 series ,(the official launch will be at the intermot in october) thats a new model shock combining our 302 series with the 366 series . This shock will have a 12mm shaft with 36mm bore. Because we found the 16 mm shaft on light bikes with a short stroke, sometimes can feel a bit harsh for VMX use. The 362 will also feature a sealblock that is specially designed with a patented whiperseal for offroad use , where the standard 302 shock comes with a road seal and can not always cope in extrem muddy conditions. There will also be an update 12-30 offroad seal kit available soon to update the existing shocks in the VMX market.

[Graeme M]

There ya go! I might be slow but I can pick a good shock...

[firko]

My old Maicos handling improved noticably when I replaced the Works Performance shocks that had been on it for the last 10 years 18 months ago. It's not as if the Works were worn out either as I'd rebuilt them six months earlier. Everybody who's recently ridden the Maico has actually commented on it's superb ride and just how well the old girl soaks up the bumps. Very Happy Walter, they're good stuff.