The Cogent Dynamic Moab shock is the most cost-effective rear suspension performance upgrade for your Kawasaki KLR650 Gen1/Gen2.
 
If you think your KLR rides well right now, wait until you put "a real shock" in it! It will transform how the bike feels for a discerning amount of money.
 
This shock offers a high-quality, easy-to-install suspension upgrade for your bike, whether you are an overlanding/adventure traveller, a hardcore dual-sport rider, or a local back roads explorer.
 
You will benefit from a far better, smoother ride while getting increased comfort, traction, and load-carrying abilities for the long haul.
 
This is the leading performance rear shock for your KLR,  proven with thousands of them being used under the most demanding conditions and on the roughest terrain by riders worldwide.
 
The Moab shock is a high-quality suspension built with the following:
Damping rates are optimized for the best ride comfort, traction, and control.
Frequency and velocity valving work great over a wide range of conditions.
Low internal friction.
All CNC machined components for the highest performance and reliability.
Compact and rigid design with internal separator piston.
A fully serviceable shock designed for the long haul.
 
Spring recommendations:
If you regularly carry pannier boxes and/or a passenger and weigh over 250 pounds, you will probably benefit from the 500Lbs spring.
 
The 400Lbs spring will work very well if you are under 250 pounds (without your gear) and don't ride with luggage or passengers often.
 
Note:
Gen1 variant includes a necessary new lower shock bolt.
Gen2 is a straight swap reusing the stock shock bolts.