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Should I get new shocks (Elkas) for my 2009 GS SE5?

It all depends on what specific improvements you are looking for:

For improved cornering and sway performance start with a Bajaron anti-swaybar, this is one of the best improvements you can make for the money and that's all many people really require. If you're still not satisfied increase the spring preload on your stock shocks or get a set of RT shocks (which have even stiffer springs). You do not need to spend $$$ on performance shocks just to increase spring preload no matter what you may have heard. Increase the preload until you find the ride too harsh and then back off a bit. Don't sacrifice ride comfort for improved cornering too much, it's just not worth it. Some body roll is perfectly normal and contrary to what you might think it will not degrade your cornering performance much, it just feels uncomfortable so many people try to reduce it as much as possible, but again it's not worth ruining your ride comfort. You could also try a set of shock relocators, these are new and the real world results are still coming in, so far some people have reported better highway performance due to improved resistance to sway caused by wind.

For improved rough road performance considering investing in a set of performance shocks like Elkas or Fox. These shocks have much better valving and heat dissipation which translates into significantly better performance on rough roads. If you like to ride hard and fast and you encounter rough or bumpy riding a good set of performance shocks can make a world of difference.
 
Thank-you guys!

Got the anti-sway bar installed today, and rode back up the mountain. Nice, seemingly flat cornering in comparison - SWEET!!! I'll ride this for a bit and decide if I need anything further. Thank-you so much for your advice everyone!!!!!
 
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