As far as shocks go, is the idea to just get the right spring rate and have the plush damping? At the first meeting, I'll ask around about shocks, for all I know mine are suitable. I'll be ordering some IRC tires eventually. Freshening all the fluids, replacing original cables and drum pads and some taller bars. Otherwise, my little blue bike is in pretty good shape. First two stroke I've ever had that started on first kick every time, all I can figure is it must be out of tune haha.