OHLINS SUSPENSION UPGRADE ANYONE?

[ftrsuspension]

UKGSer group buy - Ohlins

Hi everyone!

Since processing the order to Ohlins last Friday, we have still had a fair few calls regarding Ohlins upgrades for BMW's! Citing this post for the group buy, people are interested in getting another one going!

I have told those customers interested to get on here and try to arrange this so they can take advantage of the prices!

This is just a quick note to say that if you know anyone who missed out the first time, please let them know that there may well be another chance soon! Please register your interest here and if we have the numbers we will open up another order.

Cheers!

 

[uncle dick]

New deal now up and running with deadline of 2nd July. Two deposits already paid

Dick

 

[GunZenBomZ]

http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2380311#post2380311


As discussed above!

 

[SKON]

Yeee Har!!Informed today my hot nu 8 at Ocean,waiting for yours truly to take `er home
Seems like I will have something for the ftr fettling crew to bolt my bits onto after all!

Cmon you ditherers,you know it makes sense,get yer deposits down for the next group buy! You gotta be in it to bling it!

 

[David Lee]

Getting Tempted !

 

[David Lee]

OK, I am in

Front & rear shock ordered and deposit paid today.....

I am number 4 apparently !

Happy Days

 

[steveh]

Anyone heard back yet?

I placed a call today to get an update but Will's out until tomorrow. Anyone received theirs yet/had them fitted......if so any good?

 

[BBB61]

Will said he would be placing the order on Friday and it will take 7-10 days for them to be shipped out.

 

[steveh]

yea

I placed an order in the first lot which was on the 6th June, just wondered if anyone in the first group buy had theirs yet?

 

[Nemo]

Friday 9th

I'm booked in on Fri 9th Jul to get mine changed so I assume that they will have arrived by then (if they aren't there already).

 

[SKON]

Im in the first group,and havent heard anything back yet.Was going to give them a call to see how things stood after the weekend.If Will or anyone from FTR are reading this thread,praps you could post a wee update on here for all us tossers waiting with baited breath
Nemo,I presume you in the first group?

 

[Nemo]

First Group

Hi SKON, yes I'm in the first group but I booked my session before the suspension had arrived on the promise that it would be there on time. I still don't know if the parts are there or not.

I'm getting desperate to have it done as the front damping on my bike has disappeared and it gets "interesting" on bumpy corners. I cancelled a trip to Scotland already and I have a trip to France planned in a couple of weeks. If this can't be done in time I will have spent the main part of the Summer without a properly usable bike.

Every time I've spoken with FTR they have been very pleasant and sounded professional so I'm sure they'll come through.

Nemo

 

[Nemo]

Yipee

I sent an email to Will this morning and he responded very quickly with the news that my suspension was there and that they were expecting me next week. Fantastic

So I am now a happy bunny and will be even happier next Friday.

Thanks to FTR!

Nemo

 

[SKON]

Yee Har!

Thats great news Nemo
As you said they are always very helpful and professional when contacted. Im sure the process will run like a Swiss watch once everyones parts are in.Looks like you`re in for a nicely sprung summer after all!Good on ya mate

 

[steveh]

yep

Got a call back and all booked in on the 14th....can't wait

 

[SKON]

yessireebob!

Got the call from Will yesterday,my bits in tomorrow. Just have to work out a mutually convenient fitting date,once my beefed up mounting block arrives from the states. Happy days

 

[Nemo]

Very Very Happy

I went to FTR on Friday to get front and rear Ohlins on my 1200GS. They were there early, answered my dumb questions and made sure that I was happy with what was happening. The owner, Kevin, has a background in WP Shocks and has been involved in the racing scene for years. Just chatting generally to him about his business gave me a good feeling about the whole process.

I was dropped off in Bury St Edmonds for a stroll and they arranged that I could phone back for a lift or they would let me know when it was done and then pick me up. (As it was a nice day I choose to walk back, approx 2 miles).

They started on the bike at 0900 and were done at 1215. I had a quick test ride, asked more dumb questions which were answered fully, and then I was on my way. I took a route home that stayed off the M-Way as much as possible and covered about 150 miles back to Reading.

Ok that's the story of what happened. What about the result? A very definite improvement over standard shocks. I'm not a track or road star but even I could tell that the bike felt "better". By this I mean more confidence inspiring, the damping was a huge improvement.

To sum up I was very happy to give my money to FTR in return for 2 Ohlins shocks & springs, a set-up and advice. This was a positive purchasing experience. I have no connection with them other than being a happy customer and if you are considering replacing/altering/tuning your suspension you should give them a call at least. (They do other shocks than Ohlins as well).

I've done another 100 miles this morning and I am convinced I've spent my money well.

 

[GunZenBomZ]

Booked my bike in with them for 15th]

 

[steveh]

just got back

had mine fitted today and I have to say I'm amazed at the difference.

My shocks were at 33k and I thought that although my tyres are shagged the suspension was in need of replacing. Even without swapping out the tyres the bike feels better then new. It no longer dives on braking or squats on the way out which was making the bike understeer. Its really inspires confidence and just holds a line while providing an improved ride.

FTR were great as mentioned above, those that have booked in won't regret it

steve (on my "as new" bike)

 

[GunZenBomZ]

It's raining outside, my bikes covered in mud..but I don't want to let the side down for footage from tomorrow.. Someones going to get wet. Oow thunder]