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The OEM shock only comes with one spring rate so it either fits your body weight or it doesn't. Mostly it's way too stiff for many of us. The actual shock itself is built down to a price point and, if it is adjustable at all, only has limited adjustability. You will not get great dampening with the OEM shock due to cheap valves and overall cheap construction. The Progressive brand (not to be confused with progressive springs) offers better shock valving and overall better quality parts. You can rebuild the Progressive shock, not so the OEM. My Progressive shock from CSC came with a spring that was too stiff. I swapped out for a softer spring. Now CSC offers a range of springs. Personally, the Progressive shock was worth the investment. The ride is more compliant to the road surface, both dips in the road and potholes. When I do hit a bump the shock tends to absorb the bump less harshly than OEM thus the ride is more comfortable.
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