Jackpiner Shocks Recommendation

[Keith Meatyard]

Guys, I am finishing a very nice restoration on a 73 Jackpiner, and need a recommendation on a pair of new rear shocks that would be appropriate for the restoration.  Of course, I don't need expensive for racing, as I will be selling or trading this bike when completed.  I was thinking Hagon or Progressive?  Does anybody have some model numbers and supplier info?

Thanks,

Keith Meatyard

[Dwight Rudder]

If racing and you want cheap, go Progressive Series 12 Gas shock with the 70/100 spring. 13.5"
If you want the shock to look original and you are not racing go Progressive  Series 13 non gas. 13 or 13.5". 70/100 spring or next heavier. Non gas shocks need a slightly heavier spring than the gasser. If you want the best go with the Works Performance custom shock.

[KJDonovan]

Keith,

I run Hagon Type A on my Jackpiner and have zero complaints.  I am not racing the bike, just trails and back roads.  Price was right and the shocks have held up very well.  Got them from Dave Quinn  http://www.davequinnmotorcycles.com/cgi-bin/webc.cgi/HAGON_TWIN_SHOCKS.html



Kevin J. Donovan
Foster, Rhode Island
72 Jack Piner (My Ride)
72 Six Day (Wifes Ride)
71 Suzuki TS125
73 Yamaha AT3
72 Montesa Cota 123
88 KTM GS250

[Rob Thatcher]

I have a set of stock shocks off a 1972 Jackpiner that could be cleaned up and used if selling the bike.  Just a thought.

[Keith Meatyard]

Thanks guys for narrowing this down for me.  I believe I will go with a pair of Hagons.  I wanted to use new since all other aspects of this restore are either completely rebuilt or nicely re-finished.

Keith Meatyard