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So, for front and rear shocks plus springs it looks like I am looking at about $500 for parts (Max BMW and Vech are comparable).

That's more than I have to pour into an occasional rider at the moment, so I think I will wait a while. Thanks for the help.

I'm thinking that the 47 year old shocks on my R50 could use replacement. It has all the classic wallowing behavior.

Any suggestions on where the best place would be to buy replacement shocks (front and rear). Any recommendations on brand (if there is a choice)?

Thanks.

Success! I went after the offending slide with rubbing compound and a damp rag. 10 minutes later the slide was sliding and the bike was running like a champ!

After too long a layup (probably 3-6 months), my 1967 R50 has a sticking carb slide. I worked it with Berryman's B-12 cleaner and a soft plastic "wool" pad and it loosened up some, but still isn't moving freely. The other carb slideis moving nicely. This bike has been a good runner and thi...