First of all, the new rear shock looks pretty cool. It has a whole different linkage setup than before.It did feel different than mine does. Will a '02 one fit a '01? Also, the axle didn't seem to be any different. The tires were the same as last year as well. The 2 I saw today were both blue ones. Have any of you guys seen them yet? Just curious.

 

Bart....did the rear axle seem any wider?

 

As far as I could tell. No. The only noticeable difference was the rear shock and linkage. The shock did feel much better, I have to admit. I might consider buying one as soon as I see one on e-bay.