I bought a shock tool on eBay for about $6.  Just like item number
Item number: 310223404095.  Works really well and no scratches.

Sean

On Jun 2, 9:05 am, Javier Garcia <[email protected]> wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> recently I've been wondering if there is something wrong with the suspension
> of my '96 750. In short, it just feels like it balances too much up and down
> in the rear as I am driving it. Actually, I am not sure if it is because I
> am paying too much attention to this or not, but lately I've been feeling
> that my back hearts a bit after long rides (long being more than an hour or
> so). Allen drove my bike the other day for a bit I had the same impression
> (without me telling him before). Therefore, it start crossing my mind the
> idea of upgrading the rear suspension (and probably the front too, but that
> is a separate issue). Apparently, most people agree that progressive shocks
> is the way to go. However, those are not cheap, so I have few questions,
> such as:
>
> 1) How can I actually now if my rear shocks are damaged? Is there a more
> technical procedure to diagnostic this?
>
> 2) If I replace shocks, do I have to replace springs too? or it is just
> recommended?
>
> 3) Does anyone here uses or had used progressive shocks (and/or springs)?
>
> 4) Is there a particular model of progressive shocks and/or spring that need
> to be selected for a NH 750? There are few models, and although the
> differences in the specifications are confusing to me, the differences in
> price are quite substantial.
>
> I would appreciate any other comments on this matter.
> Cheers,
>
> Javier.

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