HAGON Road Shocks
The Roadshock Series from HAGON is the most well-known shock absorber on the European market.
Inside the HAGON Roadshock, there is a piston that moves through an oil-filled cylinder. When the wheel hits a bump, the shock absorber is compressed. The piston forces oil through small passages and valves. This process—hydraulic damping—ensures that the movement does not stop abruptly but is gradually slowed down.
Technical operation of the HAGON Roadshock:
- Emulsion system: oil and gas (nitrogen) are in one chamber. This means they contain fewer components, making them simple and reliable. The emulsion system has fewer wear points and is less susceptible to leaks and pressure loss. Ideal for street use where consistency is important.
- Progressive springs: the spring rate increases as the shock is further compressed. This ensures comfort over small bumps and firmness for large impacts.
- Adjustable preload: a adjusting ring allows you to adjust the initial compression of the spring, enabling you to tailor the response to weight and riding style.
HAGON has been manufacturing shock absorbers since 1958, which means we have extensive information on over 2200 different motorcycle models. Each shock absorber is different; length, weight, spring angle, and mounting bushes are just some of the things to consider. Below, we are happy to explain the variable factors:
Shock absorber length. We have the original length measurements of the shock absorbers that were originally fitted to your motorcycle. Our dimensions and corresponding travel are shown in the table below. If you want longer or shorter shock absorbers, it is possible with us, free of charge; please contact us for this.
|
Length eye - eye |
Compressed length |
Travel |
|---|---|---|
|
255 mm |
200 mm |
55 mm |
|
270 mm |
216 mm |
54 mm |
|
280 mm |
226 mm |
54 mm |
|
290 mm |
220 mm |
70 mm |
|
300 mm |
220 mm |
80 mm |
|
310 mm |
230 mm |
80 mm |
|
320 mm |
240 mm |
80 mm |
|
330 mm |
250 mm |
80 mm |
|
340 mm |
260 mm |
80 mm |
|
350 mm |
270 mm |
80 mm |
|
360 mm |
280 mm |
80 mm |
|
370 mm |
290 mm |
80 mm |
For each length, we have 5 types of dampers and 12 types of spring rates; this is always a combination of these two variables and must be coordinated. A universal damper with varying spring rates is something we believe is not possible.
Thanks to HAGON's many years of expertise in shock absorbers, we know what should be standard fitted to your model. If you are heavier/lighter or often ride with luggage and/or a pillion passenger, we will adjust your damper type and spring tension accordingly.
|
Damper type |
Suitable for spring rate |
|---|---|
|
Soft |
10, 12, 14, 16 kg/cm |
|
Medium |
18, 20 kg/cm |
|
Hard |
23, 26 kg/cm |
|
Extra Hard |
30, 35 kg/cm |
|
Super Hard |
40, 45 kg/cm |
All spring rates are available with black springs, chrome springs, a narrow spring (SS, approximately 53mm wide) and a wide spring (SA, approximately 61mm wide). Technically, these types of springs all do the same thing; they are all progressive.
Now that we have determined the length, damper type, and spring rate, all that remains is to mount the correct mounting bushes. We also have this data for your motorcycle. If you are custom building, we can often fit the correct type. The variants we know are as follows:
|
Bolt diameter |
Width |
|---|---|
|
3/8" (≈ 9.5 mm) |
24 mm |
|
8 mm |
19 mm |
|
10 mm |
19 mm |
|
10mm |
20mm Fork (Suzuki / Honda etc.) |
|
10 mm |
20 mm |
|
10 mm |
22 mm |
|
10 mm |
22 mm Fork (Suzuki / Honda etc.) |
|
10 mm |
24 mm |
|
12 mm |
19 mm |
|
12 mm |
24 mm |
|
12.7 mm (1/2") |
24 mm |
|
14 mm |
24 mm |
|
14 mm |
20 mm |
|
16 mm |
20 mm |
|
16 mm |
24 mm |
COVERS
Covers are an addition to the shock absorbers to create certain looks. The covers are a cosmetic addition, separate from the technical quality of the shock absorber.
We have different sizes of covers.
|
Type |
Variant |
Length (mm) |
Width (mm) |
Width lower cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Full covers |
Narrow |
130 |
63 |
54 |
|
Full covers |
Wide |
130 |
71 |
62 |
|
Top cover |
Wide long |
75 |
67 |
|
|
Top cover |
Wide short |
40 |
71 |
|
|
Top cover |
Narrow |
81 |
54 |
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