Ok, I've heard everywhere that stock 450r shocks are way better than the stockers on the 400ex. Is this true? If so, why? Because I would love to upgrade the shocks on my 400 for a little better feel. Thanks

 

The shocks on the 450 are valved better, I believe they are more adjustable...just better shocks!

 

lol, you're the one ive been talkin to.

 

Yeah, that's me!!! Below my post is everything I've done to my ride.

 

Looks nice... What I've done:
aluminum bumper
dg nerfs
K&N filter
motionpro twist throttle
fly grips
protaper bars
new tires(stockers from my local 4wheeler shop)
drilled airbox
5 in. wheel spacers
yoshi slip on
soon to come maier plastics (in the mail!)

 

400EX shocks are just preload adjustable, 450R shocks are preload, dampening and rebound adjustable.
The '04 & '05 shocks can be adjusted for a softer ride than the '05 and newer shocks. Definately an upgrade from the 400ex shocks.
I have a 450R rear shock on my 400ex. It has a better ride and the seat height is about two inches lower than my stock 400ex shock.