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  1. I changed from 340mm shocks to 360mm NJB trikshox and i like the feel of it. The springs are lighter than the old units so back end doesn't feel 'a bit dead' like it did before. You could also argue that the steering angle is now steeper giving sharper handling in the twisty stuff, can't say I,ve noticed though. I don't think the extra length should worry you as long as the springs are the right weight for you. Only my thoughts but hope it helps.
  2. I don't have much experience with the early beamish forks but am pretty sure you are right that they do not have the air valve on top. I find the beamish forks to be on the soft side and I usually run with 15psi air assistance in the later forks which have original springs. On one beamish I have replaced the springs with longer and stiffer items and that one feels good and does not need any air pressure added. I like the forks on the springy side and use 5W oil for damping. Hope this helps.
  3. Do you really have to get rid of one of them? Neither are losing money the longer you keep them, but if you do have to sell one I sympathise with you on the choice you must make. I suppose you should flog the one you don't use much.
  4. I ride both 250 and 325 late models in twinshock trials and I don't feel short changed when comparing my bikes with the Ty's, fantics, Hondas, etc. Yes they may be more able trials machines but the beamish bikes have their own qualities that should not be ignored. I find they excel in finding grip, they are very stable over rocks and up streams,have a fantastic strong sump guard!,the engines are very reliable and strong, they look good and you can still get them reasonably cheap. What more do you want.
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