[Pete W]

Hi folks.
I'm going to replace the rear shock on my 2015 Icon. At present this seems a choice between either the Nitron NTR R1 or the Shock Factory M-Shock. Has anyone ever used either of these or compared the two?

Pete W
New Zealand

 

[philgoodscrambler]

Hyperpro worth a look.
M Shock à bit longer I hear. OK if you're not a shorty.

 

[meagain]

Hyperpro worth a look.
M Shock à bit longer I hear. OK if you're not a shorty.

I don't think the M-Shock is longer Phil, I have one on mine and feel no discernible difference in height. It does, however, work well, is solidly built and is a very good price. The company owner is a Brit living in France. I've spoken with him a couple of times and he is very knowledgeable and helpful. There's a choice of colour too.

 

[philgoodscrambler]

I don't think the M-Shock is longer Phil, I have one on mine and feel no discernible difference in height. It does, however, work well, is solidly built and is a very good price. The company owner is a Brit living in France. I've spoken with him a couple of times and he is very knowledgeable and helpful. There's a choice of colour too.

Sorry. Maybe it's the Maxton.

 

[meagain]

Sorry. Maybe it's the Maxton.

You're right, I'm pretty sure the Maxton is longer. Another very good bit of kit though.
I just noticed the op is in New Zealand, not sure what's available there. although I would definitely deliver for the right price... :angel4:

 

[philgoodscrambler]

You're right, I'm pretty sure the Maxton is longer. Another very good bit of kit though.
I just noticed the op is in New Zealand, not sure what's available there. although I would definitely deliver for the right price... :angel4:

If you need a helper.

 

[Pete W]

Thanks, Phil and Meagain - I think you’ve helped me choose the M-Shock. And if you’re ever down under, I live near Nelson!

Pete

 

[meagain]

Thanks, Phil and Meagain - I think you’ve helped me choose the M-Shock. And if you’re ever down under, I live near Nelson!

Pete

You wont regret it, I have one on my FT, worth every penny :icon_thumbright:

 

[philgoodscrambler]

Thanks, Phil and Meagain - I think you’ve helped me choose the M-Shock. And if you’re ever down under, I live near Nelson!

Pete

We're delivering it.

 

[Pete W]

If you need a helper.

 

[Pete W]

Hi
I fitted the M-shock, black finish, and am well pleased with it. Mike Capon (the manufacturer) was very helpful. The damping adjustment is very welcome, after the non-adjustable original strut.
As an aside, I got a rear wheel puncture around 200km from home, a little while ago. I carry a "Thumbs Up" puncture repair kit (the type with 3 small gas canisters and plugs). Plugging was successful, but the canisters only good for 1.1 bar - I now carry the same kit, but with 6 canisters and a two way, compact, bicycle pump!

Cheers
Pete