Whyte e 160 2023 coil shock recommendations

[deertrackdoctor]

Just purchased a 2023 Whyte e 160
Just wanted to ask if anyone has upgraded there rear shock?
If so what did you fit and would you recommend it for a 17 stone rider ?
Thanks Tam

 

[Doomanic]

Anything except a coil, the suspension isn't progressive enough and the design risks shaft failure from side loadings. If you want coil-like try a Rockshox Vivid.

 

[deertrackdoctor]

Thanks for the reply I've decided to run the stock shock and when it's due a service upgrade