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Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by mooch, Nov 14, 2011.

  1. mooch

    mooch Member

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    I was wondering if anyone on here has ever put 11inch struts on their XJ? I have an 82 xj650 and put slammer shocks on it, but really like the look of struts. I guess my question is has anyone done it and if so did the frame hold up or not?
     
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    One of the members posted that struts were harder on him and the bike than hardtailing...

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    I don't mind the harder ride, I just want to make sure that it's not going to cause my frame to crack or anything.
     
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    Didn't figure you were talking about the ride. If not mistaken, I think that was what he was trying to say (hard on welds). No personal experience with struts myself. Maybe someone else will reply with more info :wink: ...

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    it maybe harder on the welds im not sure. but i have a 650 maxim and i took 1in square tubing for my rear suspension and its rough as shit but all my welds are fine.
     
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    Thanks for the info. I just went ahead and put slammer shocks on it.
     
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