HyperPro Shocks - Group Buy - Any Interest?

[deputy5211]

I was volunteered by my friend Gilles to scope out a group buy on HyperPro shocks. I am happy to do this, but would like to gauge interest before approaching any vendors on this.

Kindly respond to this thread and let me know if front and/or rear shocks desired, year and model of your bike. Your response is not a commitment to purchase.

I'll tabulate the responses and see what I can come up with for us . . .

By the way, Gilles, you know what they say about payback, right? :rolleyes:

[jameswnw]

I have Ohlins on my bike but sure would like a HyperPro steering damper!
If you have stock shocks with more than 7.5 K miles REPLACE THEM it is a JoY!

[cfell]

mmmmm it's possible..... Glad Giles beat me to it.. hehehe..

[Florian]

Why Hyperpro vs. Wilburs or Ohlins? More curious than anything else, I will be buying a set of one of these this summer...care to enlighten us?


F

[deputy5211]

Why Hyperpro vs. Wilburs or Ohlins? More curious than anything else, I will be buying a set of one of these this summer...care to enlighten us?


F

Very fair question.

Here's a current thread (http://www.bmwlt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21845) on Wilbers not being available in the USA any more.

Brother Gilles (Zippy_GG) volunteered me near the end of the thread to look for a deal on HyperPro shocks. Happy to help, and I'll get him back another time. :)

[Florian]

Very fair question.

Here's a current thread (http://www.bmwlt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21845) on Wilbers not being available in the USA any more.

Brother Gilles (Zippy_GG) volunteered me near the end of the thread to look for a deal on HyperPro shocks. Happy to help, and I'll get him back another time. :)

I saw that and you beat me to the punch, I should have said I will be buying Ohlins or Hyperpro in the near future (K1200LT f/r) I will NOT buy Wilburs due to their crappy policies.


F

[tbarstow]

I need to replace the shocks on the RT, preferably with something .5-.75" shorter than stock.

[Morley]

I'd be interested in a set (front & rear) for my 02 LT, especially if I could get them in like a +.5"-+.75".

[rando]

I may possibly be interested if the price is right. Are these built to rider wieght, adjustable, etc?

Randy

[deputy5211]

Kindly respond to this thread and let me know if front and/or rear shocks desired, year and model of your bike. Your response is not a commitment to purchase.

I may possibly be interested if the price is right. Are these built to rider wieght, adjustable, etc?

Randy

Sorry, I cannot answer that, Randy. Click here (http://www.hyperpro.com/cgi-bin/index.pl) for their web site.

[Bruce]

Tony,

Here's the link to the US catalog:

http://www.hyperprousa.com/news.php

I'm interested in both front and rear and a steering damper as well 2000 LT

[jrlakin]

I would be interested, but price would be a big factor. I really don't know if I want to spend a bunch more money on a 2000 LT. jrlakin

[deputy5211]

Thanks, Bruce!

[PMitchell]

Based on the HyperPro USA site the rears for a 1999> are $499 (ea.) and front is the same.
Sooo at list, to replace all 4 shocks it's $2K?

That's w/o the remote reservoir attachment for the rear which is an additional $250 each.

Hmmm, guess I'll go the route "If' it's not broke, don't even mess with it!"

[rando]

Uh where are the extra two shocks? On an LT, I've only found one front and one rear.....

Randy

[kellenbenz]

Here is the link for the LT shocks with prices and descriptions:

http://www.hyperprousa.com/catalog.php?cat=Shocks&make=BMW&model=K%201200%20LT%20Rear%2099%3E&model_name=K%201200%20LT%20Rear%2099%3E


Ron

[tomlando]

I want Front and rear -1" with the res as long as I can be reasonably assured I won't have a 'bottoming' problem. So, if the buy happens soon I'm in!

[rkirker]

I was volunteered by my friend Gilles to scope out a group buy on HyperPro shocks. I am happy to do this, but would like to gauge interest before approaching any vendors on this.

Kindly respond to this thread and let me know if front and/or rear shocks desired, year and model of your bike. Your response is not a commitment to purchase.

I'll tabulate the responses and see what I can come up with for us . . .

By the way, Gilles, you know what they say about payback, right? :rolleyes:

Tony:
If the price is right I may be able to swing it for front and rear O2 LTC

[bowlesj]

I'd be interested in a front and rear for a 2004 LT. Stock heights. Probably a steering damper also.


Thanks

[BillyOmaha]

I have sent an request to HyperPro's "contact us" system inquiring about the availability of different spring rates based on typical load for the application.

I have Ohlins on the LT, but am considering upgrading the 12GS.

Will report back with their reply.

I would be interested in a pair of HyperPro shocks if they;

- Offer springs installed that address the typical loads anticipated, a la Ohlins.
and
- Offer a discount of, say, 20% off web list.

.

[deputy5211]

Once I get "wishes" tabulated in a week or so, I will approach them to see what they can do for us.

Thanks to all who are contributing their research to this project!

[madmanmike]

I almost ordered Wilburs last week but now am glad I didn't.

Assuming Hyperpro has provision for springing a'la' Olins I would be in for front, rear and steering damper for an 03. I need to be able to get springs for max rated load.

Thanks for "volunteering" Tony.

[PMitchell]

Uh where are the extra two shocks? On an LT, I've only found one front and one rear.....

Randy

OK ya Gotme! :(
I'll still be a newbie for awhile :D

[PhantomK12LT]

I'm in for front and rear shock and steering damper.... 2000 LT

That Type 41 GP shock sure sounds nice.....

I'll tell ya this much, at those prices, I could buy front and rear shocks for the LT at close to the same price I paid for 1 (one) rear Ohlins drag shock.... :eek:

[zippy_gg]

I have one concern: I didn't see a remote pre-load adjuster option such as the one on the Wilbers and Ohlins to mimic the stock BMW rear shock.

[PhantomK12LT]

I have one concern: I didn't see a remote pre-load adjuster option such as the one on the Wilbers and Ohlins to mimic the stock BMW rear shock.


You talking about spring pre-load?

[cfell]

Yuup.. there is a model with a remote reservoir AND a buncha adjust-a-ments. Low speed, high speed, dampening.. etc.... not only "preload".

[PhantomK12LT]

I like the infinite spring preload ability of this shock. With the fully adjustable high and low speed compression and rebound dampening, you could really tune that shock in for a perfect ride.

[kflanigan]

Mark me down as a "definate maybe" for both front and rear, OK? I'm also interested in knowing about the "customizability" of these shocks for different loads (1-up vs 2-up).

Let me know if this moves forward.

[deputy5211]

I have one concern: I didn't see a remote pre-load adjuster option such as the one on the Wilbers and Ohlins to mimic the stock BMW rear shock.

Your other concern should be that when I order these I am going to have them drop-shipped to your home and you will get to repackage and send out the individual orders. :eek:

[PhantomK12LT]

Your other concern should be that when I order these I am going to have them drop-shipped to your home and you will get to repackage and send out the individual orders. :eek:


:rotf: :histerica :dance:

[zippy_gg]

Your other concern should be that when I order these I am going to have them drop-shipped to your home and you will get to repackage and send out the individual orders. :eek:Be sure to give them my correct address:
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20500
:histerica

[Jriverside]

I need front & rear for a 02 LT.
Jim

[emsweeney]

I don't need shocks, but I sure would like a steering damper if they would do this separate from the group buy on shocks!

Thanks,

[Seattle]

My 06' LT has almost 8K miles, are you saying I should change the shocks and will see some real improvments? I switch a lot between 1 and 2 up riding and need to be able to make quick and easy adjustments to change between riding styles.

Now that turbo looks sweet though!

[ez_rdr55]

Has it been determined if the rear shock has an easy to reach spring pre-load adjustment? If it does put me down for front/rear and steering dampner '04 K12LT.

[ibbones]

Be sure to give them my correct address:
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20500
:histerica

Wow, I've seen your house! It's BIG. I guess since we are all friends, you should host a tech session and we can all ride in and not have to stop at the front gate.:D

[cfell]

Wow, I've seen your house! It's BIG. I guess since we are all friends, you should host a tech session and we can all ride in and not have to stop at the front gate.:D

Bones... my brother.. be careful, I think if you try that, you will be blown away by the experience.

[tobiwan]

be Before My planned X-country Four Corner trip this year, i will have need for front and rear For a 05 LT. will have 20-25K miles on bike before planned departure.

[tomlando]

Any word on this yet?

[Zeke]

Steering damper for my 2002, 75000

Zeke

[Seattle]

I am interested in at least seeing how much for:

07' 1200GS Front and Rear
06' 1200LT Front and Rear & Steering Dampener

:bmw:

[KMC1]

I'm looking to get front and rear tailored to my riding style, and weight etc. I'm not familar with this company though, so more research is needed before I could commit.
Also, just a note, I have spoken to Klaus a while back about changing the ride height (for me I wanted to add some height for more clearance) and was told that the LT is very sensitive to height adjustments and he recommeded against it. Just an FYI

[motorman587]

Will not be able to buy until the fall. I will sign up all possible off duty job I can find. :)

[murray]

Here is the link for the LT shocks with prices and descriptions:

http://www.hyperprousa.com/catalog.php?cat=Shocks&make=BMW&model=K%201200%20LT%20Rear%2099%3E&model_name=K%201200%20LT%20Rear%2099%3E


Ron
They look good , But why not go with Ohlins they are proven. Kyle Racing sells Ohlins for 20% off msrp.

[Reid]

Whatever happened to this potential group-buy?

[deputy5211]

I just got off the telephone with the USA Distributor for the HyperPro shocks. I've provided a link to this thread so he can gauge some of the interest and also look through the forums on other group buys.

He is checking with the home office in Holland to see what they can bring to the table. I expect an update from him in the next day or two.

He had some interesting ideas on how to make the group buy "fun," but it is yet too early to discuss these here. I think you all will be pleased if we can work this out.

IF YOU HAVE AN INTEREST in the group buy (Shocks and/or Dampers), and you have not yet posted to this thread, please post NOW so Steve can get a better feel for how many of us might be in if he can make the right deal for members here.

Thanks!

Tony

[D.Kinsey]

I was going to order Onlins today. I will wait a couple of days to see what happens here.

[kellenbenz]

Would this include just the springs that they offer for replacement on the OEM shocks?


Ron

[Reid]

I'd definitely be interested if the discount is good. Front/rear/steering damper.

[PMitchell]

Front & Rear
2000 K1200LT

[Bruce]

I would be interested as well. Front & rear shocks for sure - a maybe on steering damper. Would they be able to set up the shocks for each individual rider/passenger?

[cfell]

Oh, man.. my wallet seems to have a mind of it's own these days... eeekkkk!!!!

I wonder... will we start a "Rat Bike" thread for us po' folks?

Ok ok.. I'm interested.. BOHICA.....

[pkpr1998]

2003 LT, front, rear and possible damper (do I really need one???!!!)

I know that this question has been asked; can these shocks be customized with the riders weight, inseam and all of that?

Interested, yes!

[jrlakin]

I would be interested in front an rear, and I know another guy who would be too.

[jwd98056]

Very fair question.

Here's a current thread (http://www.bmwlt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21845) on Wilbers not being available in the USA any more.

Brother Gilles (Zippy_GG) volunteered me near the end of the thread to look for a deal on HyperPro shocks. Happy to help, and I'll get him back another time. :)

The Wilbers Germany site says that Max BMW, the Beemershop and Nick's BMW all service and can sell their shocks. Both Max BMW and the Beemershop advertise them on their home pages. On Nick's BMW site hit the Shop Nick's button and Wilbers are advertised there.

They are available in the US just not from Klaus. Of course they may not give as good a price as Klaus either.

[bghubr]

I'm interested in Front and Rear. Depends upon if the price is right.
:dance:

[jackd]

I might be interested with a really good price and they seem to be one spring size fits all ...
they don't have the same type of spring setup to load as the Ohlins.. :confused:

and of course if are they re-buildable?

[jwd98056]

I might be interested with a really good price and they seem to be one spring size fits all ...
they don't have the same type of spring setup to load as the Ohlins.. :confused:

and of course if are they re-buildable?
Even from my limited knowledge of Klaus I would say it is highly unlikely he would market a performance shock that wasn't customizable or rebuildable. The Wilbers literature on his old site didn't say much about customizing them either. Send him an e-mail with your questions and he usually answers right back.

Edit:

Dang, I just had to go looking myself. Look here (http://www.wilbersusa.com/motorcycle-shock-quote.htm) to see the information he asks for when ordering shocks. It doesn't explicitly say they are rebuildable so ask him to be sure.

What is more curious is that there is no listing on his site that indicates they make Hyperpro shocks for the K1200LT :confused:. Does someone know for sure that they do?

This is not an issue for me because I already have Wilbers for my LT. But they do have them for the R1200GS :yeah:.

[mos]

I am also thinking about replacing them . I have a 2005 K12LT. As someone else said I would need to understand what I can get at what price .
Mike

[johnnyjo]

I'm Interested, Depends on $$ 2000 K1200LT

[Nebish]

'05 KLT -- Steering Damper for sure, but if the price is right, front and rear shocks would be desirable.

Thanks for taking the time to do this for the community.

[Lonewuff]

Hmmmm....could be if the price is right.

[brianf70]

I would be interested for replacing both the front and rear and maybe a steering damper for an 02LT
Thanks
Brian

[jwd98056]

What is more curious is that there is no listing on his site that indicates they make Hyperpro shocks for the K1200LT :confused:. Does someone know for sure that they do? .

Oops, I found the LT models on the main Hyperpro USA site. The listing on Klaus's site is a little behind the curve I guess.

[deputy5211]

Oops, I found the LT models on the main Hyperpro USA site. The listing on Klaus's site is a little behind the curve I guess.

Just to be clear, the group buy that I am working on is direct with HyperPro USA. I have received additional information today, including a target price. I cannot disclose it yet, still working out some details, but I think it is a HUGE bargain. We are also trying to work out an additional bonus to tie in to the group buy.

Stop! Don't touch that dial!! Stay tuned for more information as it becomes available. Same bat-channel. Pow! Biff! Bonk! :histerica

[99LTABQ]

In desperate need of front & rear shocks and damper for 99LT. Thanks for doing the leg work.

Bill
99 K1200LTI
Albuquerque, NM

[Lonewuff]

Man I have heard of "Shock Jocks" and I have heard of "Prick Teasers" but you must be the first "Shock Teaser" :D

[zippy_gg]

Just to be clear, the group buy that I am working on is direct with HyperPro USA. I have received additional information today, including a target price. I cannot disclose it yet, still working out some details, but I think it is a HUGE bargain. We are also trying to work out an additional bonus to tie in to the group buy.In that case I am interested in a front/rear set.;)
What I haven't seen on the web site is a rear shock with the remote pre-load adjuster similar to the LT's. I only saw the emulsion shock and the remote oil reservoir models.

[deputy5211]

In that case I am interested in a front/rear set.;)
What I haven't seen on the web site is a rear shock with the remote pre-load adjuster similar to the LT's. I only saw the emulsion shock and the remote oil reservoir models.

Fear not, young Zippy, your wishes may very well be granted.

[Reid]

I await with clammy hands and dry mouth in anticipation of this unveiling!!!!

[Texas42]

I have new/rebuilt shocks for the LT, but I would like them for the GS, and a Steering Damper for my LT.

[jackd]

Stop! Don't touch that dial!! Stay tuned for more information as it becomes available. Same bat-channel. Pow! Biff! Bonk! :histerica

Any word... or do we need to have lots more patience... you sounded close??

[deputy5211]

We're close, very close. I can tell you that the engineers were scheduled to receive an LT today, Thursday, for doing all that engineer stuff that they do. :)

I have some information on what the group buy will likely look like and what the number s are expected to be, but I have been asked not to release any information until we get confirmation from back at their HQ.

From my conversations with the US importer, I think this is going to be a popular group buy, but until the final word comes in from overseas, nothing is cast in stone.

Hopefully I'll be able to burst out some good information in the next week or so.

I think I posted this before, but HQ and the US distributor are monitoring this thread, so if you have not posted regarding any possible interest, now would be a good time so they know that this group of folks gets pretty serious about group buys. :)

[Zotter]

:: pokes eyes up above the edge of things to see what's going on::

Interest level will be dictated by costs here. Sorry - single income, blah, blah, blah. Lucky to have the bike and winter's due this weekend.

[Moonshine]

I will be interested but cost will make the determining go-no go decision.

[ConspiracyofOne]

Count my in. Timing couldn't be better. I need new shocks and I am finally getting 6 weeks back unemployment so I will have the funds!!!!!!!!!!!

[kevincook]

I'm interested depending on the cost.

Thanks,
Kevin

[cws]

Hell, whats the shipping fee out to Oz likely to be Tony?
Don't even know if they're imports here, maybe have to have a look. Mine front/rear are still good, But I don't mind an "investment" if it makes good sense.
Lets look at the pricing...
cheers mate

[zippy_gg]

We're close, very close. I can tell you that the engineers were scheduled to receive an LT today, Thursday, for doing all that engineer stuff that they do. :)

Hopefully I'll be able to burst out some good information in the next week or so. Are they there yet... are they there yet???:dance:

[deputy5211]

Hell, whats the shipping fee out to Oz likely to be Tony?
Don't even know if they're imports here, maybe have to have a look. Mine front/rear are still good, But I don't mind an "investment" if it makes good sense.
Lets look at the pricing...
cheers mate

Chris,

I can always buy them and then ship them to you as before. No worries about the bitsy stuff, mate.

Tony

[deputy5211]

Are they there yet... are they there yet???:dance:

I got some more good news today. I saved 15% by switching my car insur. . . . never mind. I am expecting more confirmations next week. I hope to be able to release some, if not all, details next week. The pieces are falling into place. Hang in there, (not so) young Zippy, we're almost there. ;)

[midnitejaz]

...I think I posted this before, but HQ and the US distributor are monitoring this thread, so if you have not posted regarding any possible interest, now would be a good time so they know that this group of folks gets pretty serious about group buys. :)

INTERESTED

[LAF]

07 LT.

I would be interested if the cost is reasonable, which is a bit of a stretch when talking LT replacement parts.

[dznam]

Interested at acceptable price.

[cccpastorjack]

I think a LOT of LT owners would be interested if the price point were to come in right. Most avoid Ohlins and Wilbers for that reason only.

[Morley]

Also interested, at a good price.

[Florian]

was in earlier, but still interested.


F

[zippy_gg]

I think a LOT of LT owners would be interested if the price point were to come in right. Most avoid Ohlins and Wilbers for that reason only.Delay, Jack, delay... not avoid!:rolleyes:

[dmatson]

I have the HyperPro damper and like it. Nice to able to adjust it.
http://dmat.smugmug.com/photos/213692270-L.jpg

[ironbuttwannabe]

I will take 1 set for a 2000 if they will add height from stock
and possibly another for a 1999

[roadcrave]

2003 lt w/60,000 miles mostly two up, Im definatly in need, I was searching Hyperpro, let me know-- I have the funds saved, need to do it this winter prior to next ride season...matthew (((Front and rear)))

[roadcrave]

Does the group buy include any other bmw models???

[jackd]

We're close, very close. I can tell you that the engineers were scheduled to receive an LT today, Thursday, for doing all that engineer stuff that they do. :)

Does this statement say that they need to engineer the shocks? Or are they making some changes or are they looking at 2005+ model... I didn't look to see if they had product for the later model.
The website says they have product already for an LT.. :confused:

[rglassma]

Yep.. Interested but at what price??

[billd]

I would be interested in at least front and rear as well.. and maybe steering damper.. it we really need one.. BTW.. is this going to fit my 05' ???? of course Price, being rebuildable and adjustable is a factor.. It is difficult to determine if the shocks are custom built for the riding weight and style.. Is it?

[deputy5211]

Does this statement say that they need to engineer the shocks? Or are they making some changes or are they looking at 2005+ model... I didn't look to see if they had product for the later model.
The website says they have product already for an LT.. :confused:

They have some exciting things they are working on, and needed an LT for some testing I suppose. ;) More information soon.

[deputy5211]

Does the group buy include any other bmw models???

Good question. I will forward to my contact. I would imagine that they would not leave any sale sitting on the table, but I cannot commit for them.

[murray]

They have some exciting things they are working on, and needed an LT for some testing I suppose. ;) More information soon.
Tony, I believe George Barnes Told me at registration at the IBR he had them on his bike. If you do a search you may find comments from George regarding his setup.

[DanDiver]

I think I'm interested in a set of shocks and the steering dampener for my 2002 with 32,000 miles. My question is that I'm not sure if I really need to replace them!

I weigh, wet, about 150 and the bike "seems" to handle exactly as it did when new. How do I really know that they need to be replaced? With a car, you can push on a corner and generally tell if the shocks are still working. How can you tell on a bike?

[jackd]

I think I'm interested in a set of shocks and the steering dampener for my 2002 with 32,000 miles. My question is that I'm not sure if I really need to replace them!

I weigh, wet, about 150 and the bike "seems" to handle exactly as it did when new. How do I really know that they need to be replaced? With a car, you can push on a corner and generally tell if the shocks are still working. How can you tell on a bike?



I attended a riding class a few years ago (early 2006) and they talked about suspension and getting it set into the 'optimal' range.. I don't quite understand the travel part optimal adjustment but there is a measurement associated with the condition of the rear shock called 'stiction'... . This takes a few people to do because you need to 'lift' the bike.

So here it goes.. I'm sure this will generate some discussion.. :D

Rear Suspension measurement:
Measure the suspension fully extended.. from the bottom of the bag at a measurable place to a place on the rear end.. You can put it on the centerstand.. (Record the measurement in mm as L1)
Measure from the same point on the bag or the same measurable place you measured the full travel to the rear end.. With the rider on board push down on the back and let the suspension raise the bike to it's normal position. (Record the measurement in mm as L2)
Measure from the same point on the bag or the same measurable place you measured the full travel to the rear end.. With the rider on board Lift up and let the bike sag to it's normal position. (Record the measurement in mm as L3)
Static spring sag is half was between L2 and L3 minus L1. You can use this formula Static Spring Sag = L1 - [(L2+L3)/2]


This is the fuzzy optimal that I don't quite understand..

Knowing that measurement for a street bike you should have 30-35mm travel and your total travel should be 28 - 33 % of that to be considered optimal.. (i.e. adjust your preload setting to this window to get you on the sweet spot of the bikes suspension).

This seems pretty easy to understand..

Now stiction (or mechanical condition) = L3-L2

Rear suspension evaluation

Good Condition = 3mm
Poor Condition = 10mm

OK my bike a few years ago I measured.....

L1 = 22mm
L2 = 16.5mm
L3 = 16.5mm

My evaluation is that I had less than 3mm between sag and support so my rear shock is good.... at the time.. In fact when I measured this with the instructor he said that was really good for a bike with original shocks and, if I remember correctly, about 40K on the ODO.

There was nothing about front because this was about adjusting the preload on the rear shock(s). I have not measured in almost two years but I have noticed that I am starting to get a little sloppy in corners that have some bumps. Almost gives me an uneasy feeling in my butt. That was not there before. Sense I am at 65K on the originals I think that it might be time to invest. I hope to put a lot more miles on and this feeling isn't or hasn't gotten better so it probably won't be going away.

I may be interested in a steering damper also especially if we can get a good group buy price. Not sure how to tell if that part good but my guess is I probably have had good service out everything and I probably need to renew all these items.

Any takers on what is a service limit on the steering damper?

[deputy5211]

And the steering damper, last time I heard, is an optional part of the incubating group buy.

[deputy5211]

Getting close ladies and gentlemen, getting close. :dance:

[bowlesj]

I'm in also. Front, rear, and damper for a 2004 LT.

Thanks Tony.

[kevincook]

Tony, you're killing us with the suspense. :)

It was 15°F degrees this morning so I guess this might make a good winter project for us northerners.

Kevin

[km5bh]

I'll need all three pieces this winter as wll. If the price is right, I want a front, back, and the dampner.

Lewis

[pedavids]

'02 LT Front & Rear

[slugbug]

I'm interested in all three pieces as well. front, rear, and damper. '05 LT

Thanks,
Brian

[zippy_gg]

Tony, do you have an update for us? Maybe this will be my second early Christmas gift, the first being new seats from Rick Mayer, oh and another GPS... and another sat radio, and... stuff!:D

[deputy5211]

. . . well, actually, she's really on short final.

The details of the group buy have been worked out, and the pricing is in place, and it looks pretty good to me. I'm excited about it.

I am working on a draft of the "official" posting with my contact at HyperPro. It will take a little bit for us to edit it to make sure we get it right the first time.

Hang in there folks; we're cleared for landing and we're almost home! :dance:

[Florian]

watch out for microbursts....

Keep em centered.



F

[txsub]

Count me in for front and rear and maybe steering dampner.

[zippy_gg]

Enough foreplay... Can you give us the skinny on the HyperPro shocks?:D

[jimmer]

Thought I should give all of you the correct information on the Wilbers shock line!!

We, Nick's BMW in DePere Wisconsin, are a Wilbers Shock Distributor. So the whole line is available right here in the US. Additionally I should mention that we've been selling Wilbers Suspension products since shortly after the shakeup mentioned in one of the earlier emails.

Our service manager recently returned from a week of training at the Wilbers Factory in Germany. The Wilbers shock tools recently arrived so we are up and running with repairs as needed.

You can find us on the net at http://www.nicksbmw.com/ and the complete line of Wilbers shocks at http://www.motorcycle-suspension.com/index_products/index.html click on the model and price list to find your motorcycle. Please note that the prices are listed in Euros.

We can supply Wilbers shocks within 7 days from order placement with Nick's to delivery at your door for an additional fee--that is correct 7 days order to your door!

[LAF]

While I don't know you, I find this a bit tacky. Why not start your own thread? Why would you step all over a Group Buy like this?
Do you want to offer a group buy?

No disrespect intended, but it would turn me off from ever doing business with you.

Again I just think you should have started your own thread. You probably would have gotten more sales that way.



Thought I should give all of you the correct information on the Wilbers shock line!!

We, Nick's BMW in DePere Wisconsin, are a Wilbers Shock Distributor. So the whole line is available right here in the US. Additionally I should mention that we've been selling Wilbers Suspension products since shortly after the shakeup mentioned in one of the earlier emails.

Our service manager recently returned from a week of training at the Wilbers Factory in Germany. The Wilbers shock tools recently arrived so we are up and running with repairs as needed.

You can find us on the net at http://www.nicksbmw.com/ and the complete line of Wilbers shocks at http://www.motorcycle-suspension.com/index_products/index.html click on the model and price list to find your motorcycle. Please note that the prices are listed in Euros.

We can supply Wilbers shocks within 7 days from order placement with Nick's to delivery at your door for an additional fee--that is correct 7 days order to your door!

[bowlesj]

While I don't know you, I find this a bit tacky. Why not start your own thread? Why would you step all over a Group Buy like this?
Do you want to offer a group buy?

No disrespect intended, but it would turn me off from ever doing business with you.

Again I just think you should have started your own thread. You probably would have gotten more sales that way.

+1 on all you said.

Happy Thanksgiving

[jackd]

I agree also. The only thing I have decided is that I will be buying something. If they want to start another thread I will listen. We have been patient and I'm hoping that HyperPro has new technology they want to put into play.

They already have shocks that are made for the LT so I expect I will patiently wait to hear what they say.. I have tested other products before with a healthy discount to get over the learning curve of any new product and I expect that HyperPro would stand solidly behind by anything they sold to us.

[jwd98056]

Ain't thread drift and forum posting ignorance a biotch. LAF didn't start the Wilbers discussion in this thread. If you go back to this post (http://www.bmwlt.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=171862#poststop), which is higher up in the same branch of this thread, you will see it was stated that Wilbers shocks were no longer available in the USA. This was in response to the question Why not Wilbers or Ohlins or ...?

That is apparently the information that LAF said he was trying to correct. Actually I already did that but he may not have read my post because it in a different branch below the "Wilbers no longer available in the USA" post. So if correcting misinformation makes him part of the evil empire then continue swinging away.

[jayjacobson]

Ain't thread drift and forum posting ignorance a biotch. LAF didn't start the Wilbers discussion in this thread. If you go back to this post (http://www.bmwlt.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=171862#poststop), which is higher up in the same branch of this thread, you will see it was stated that Wilbers shocks were no longer available in the USA. This was in response to the question Why not Wilbers or Ohlins or ...?

That is apparently the information that LAF said he was trying to correct. Actually I already did that but he may not have read my post because it in a different branch below the "Wilbers no longer available in the USA" post. So if correcting misinformation makes him part of the evil empire then continue swinging away.
Some people's panties start wadding if you give them accurate or additional info!

[SteveLarson]

Information is coming... :)

Steve Larson

Annitori Distributing
Hyperpro USA
1-888-963-1212

[deputy5211]

OK folks, we've danced and we have danced, but the deal is now a reality.

I have the text for the release, and I have the order forms in both PDF and XLS formats for attachments. I have a few notes that I have to preface the "official" text with, but I have to run to the doctor now. [EVIL LAUGHTER]

I will start a brand new thread for the group buy as soon as I return. That way, the info will be at the top and folks won't have to look for it. GT riders, your ole Uncle Tony didn't forget about you, we have good things for you in the group buy as well.

Well, I really have to go, I'm running late already. I will post a link to the new thread here as soon as I get back. Believe me, I'd rather be typing the info here than going to the pain doctor, so quitcha bitchin. ;)

Hey, you've waited this long, what's a few more hours?

OK, now I'm REALLY leaving. . . TTFN

[deputy5211]

Ain't thread drift and forum posting ignorance a biotch. LAF didn't start the Wilbers discussion in this thread. If you go back to this post (http://www.bmwlt.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=171862#poststop), which is higher up in the same branch of this thread, you will see it was stated that Wilbers shocks were no longer available in the USA. This was in response to the question Why not Wilbers or Ohlins or ...?

That is apparently the information that LAF said he was trying to correct. Actually I already did that but he may not have read my post because it in a different branch below the "Wilbers no longer available in the USA" post. So if correcting misinformation makes him part of the evil empire then continue swinging away.

JD is right on target. While I think the post on Wilburs seemed inappropriate to me at the time, it was pointed out to me that he was merely correcting an error at the beginning of the thread, which seems so far back.

I feel that advertising another source/brand/vendor in this particular thread may have approached the limits of propriety and went beyond correcting the error, but let's remember, we ALL make mistakes in posting from time to time (and by "we" I of course do not mean myself! :histerica )

We take care of our own, folks.

OK, now I am really, really, really off to the doctor... :D

[deputy5211]

As promised, the new thread with the Group Buy information and forms has been posted. You can find it right here (http://www.bmwlt.com/forums/showthread.php?p=244703#post244703).

Please post questions regarding the group buy in that thread so that all can benefit from the answers.

Thank you.

[RobertNolan]

Cant find a K on that site But would like all three toys for 03 how much?
Im just under 300 @6'6' wifes140@ 5'3"
Need help on what to buy!

[deputy5211]

You can find the information in the thread announcing the group buy. You will find a link in post #123, just above yours.