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Ikon Front Shocks - Who Uses 'Em & What Do You Think?

It doesn't seem to list Can Am Spyders under the selection of models.

But, if you go to the FAQ part of the site:

https://www.ikonsuspension.com.au/faq/

The select the "APPLICATIONS" menu option across the top, it will download a PDF file and in there is the list of all applications which includes Can Am Spyders.
 
Peter Aawen said:
While I haven't had an opportunity to try Bajaron's shocks, I have used a fair few of the other more expensive options that are available out there (and waaay too many of the OEM noodles!) and while my 2-up riding load might be a smidge heavier than yours, I've found Ikon shocks all round really suit my touring and my fairly aggressive 'non-touring' riding significantly better than anything else I've tried to date!! There's a reason that I recommend Ikon shocks to pretty much every Spyder Ryder I talk to about shocks at every opportunity, and I reckon you could do a lot worse AND spend more money on those others to boot!! ;)

Go On! DO IT! You know you want to! 😁
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Why doesn't anyone mention the the shock spring construction, light , medium, heavy or 555 spring to their weight or what they purchased for the weight class and how they perform on settings?
 
BobAnth1 said:
Why doesn't anyone mention the the shock spring construction, light , medium, heavy or 555 spring to their weight or what they purchased for the weight class and how they perform on settings?
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If you talk to IKON, they will ask you all sorts of questions about your weight, load, riding style, what road surfaces you generally ride on, your shock/spring needs, wants, preferences, et al, so that they can make a recommendation about which spring type/weight and shocks/settings you should use. They are the experts on that, so I'd rather leave it up to them. (y)
 
There are a few shock Mfg. to choose for the Can Am Spyder RT, Limited, S2S. It isn't just the cost factor to concern the purchaser, but what is the performance the shock made for. The IKON (KONI) shock is a no frills beat it to a pulp for 50-100k miles with common sense basic quick adjustments, no nitrogen gas to dissipate or leak out over time, no over the top adjustment options made for racing, and no need to tinker with it every time you ride, single, 2 up, or pull a trailer. You pay for those adjustment features, which you will probably use once at install and then never again.
I did order a set of 7613-1006 with HD 555 springs for my 2023 Can Am Spyder RT limited with 14,500 miles, which has Continental ProContact front tires that just stick to the road, loaded with rider, passenger and stuff in saddle bags: rider-220lb, passenger 150lb, plus bag storage, and trailer tow. On my last 2 up ride with the trailer, I noticed how it wallowed and sunk in the turns with the stock shocks. Now, as a single rider at 220 lbs, my ride is still mushy in the turns/twisties, and it gets worse with 2 up. The current wait time is 4 weeks for me (as of 8/15/26) to build and ship them to the customer. No discounts or sales available, a set costs $775. Call Ikon, discuss how you use/need them built.

PS: I received my new shocks 8/23/26 shocks and installed them a few days later. Dial a Ride adj. is at the lower control arm.
What a difference between the IKON progressive spring and controls and the POS stock shock!

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DOR55 said:
Am just climbing down the front shock rabbit hole for my 2023 RTL (Wilbers/BR-JRI/Elka/Etc), and have noticed just a few comments on these while perusing the multiple shock threads on this forum. (Note: I have the Baja Ron Ultra bar and end links.)

Ikon 7613-1006 Spyder RT - IKON Suspension USA https://share.google/QmQzneMg7AxQWAGox

$750.00/pair (including tariff fees), 3 different progressive spring options, 4 rebound settings, rebuildable & revalvable.

Not concerned with rear shock at this time (I know the rear Ikon would have to be imported).

Who has used Ikon and what do you think of them?

In real world touring use, are the other options actually worth the additional $200-$500?

Me: 240-250#'s with gear on, old guy solo rider, fully loaded luggage + 50# seat bag when traveling.

Thanks in advance for any and all info.

DOR55
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If you bought the IKON shocks for the Can Am Spyder you may have made the best choice, Ikon shocks are built strong, don't have nitrogen that eventually leaks out, don't have fancy settings that racers use, just down to earth settings that are important, you can set the spring (the factory sets it to your use and weight) with the adj. tool included for you to tinker and the 1- 4 easy to set shock ride control. On the Can Am, the shock is upside down for the "dial a ride" wheel to be accessible on the lower control arm.

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I really like them. Definitely the most "Bang-For-The-Buck" in the shock upgrade category. Highly Recommended.

Mounted mine conventionally with the Dial-a-Ride adjuster at the top. Adjuster is accessible enough for me, and a bit more protected from road grit/grime. Besides, I don't see myself playing with the adjustment all that often.

Preload was perfect right out of the box, kudos to Roger at Ikon US!
 
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