Need help understanding the different options and know which ones are right for you?  Well, here is are the answers to most frequently asked questions…

1. Shocks…what is the difference between the JNR Touring and the Gabriel style?

The Gabriel style shock has a covered air bag, collapsed is 9-7/8″ and while still better then stock it, has a stiffer less forgiving ride, it also requires higher air pressure to maintain the same height at a give weight then the JNR Touring shock.

The JNR Touring shock has an exposed bag, collapsed is 9-3/8″ long, and has more air storage. More air storage, and an exposed bag allow hits to be more easily absorbed which is why they offer the more forgiving ride.  95% of those who compare the two side by side pick the JNR Touring shock.  The JNR Touring shocks have a tig welded upper eyelet, and reinforced inner band.

Both styles come with push to connect air connections, polyurethane bushings, and a lifetime warranty

2. Compressors…

The Viar 95c is a great compressor for tank systems, and when space is an issue. With the same size motor as the 98/97c and a smaller piston, it will handle the high pressures required by a tank system, but is not the best choice for a tankless system as it airs up the shocks pretty slow, typically around 16 seconds.

The Viar 98c (functionally the 97c is the same) is a great compressor for a tankless system, but with a larger piston, it does not like the high pressures of a tank system or a very large payload.  It typically takes around 12 seconds to air up. A dual 98c setup is doable in most configurations, increases the power considerably while cutting the air up time close to half.

The Viar 100c is the best of both worlds, as it has a larger motor then the 95c and 89/97c, with a small piston like the 95c has.  It is capable of airing up a tankless system in around 10 seconds, as well can easily maintain the higher pressure required by a tank system. For $30 including the mount upgrade, this is a real value, and gives many options in the future…Typical air up time on a tankless setup is around 10 seconds, and dual 100c is possible on a lot of configurations.