2 Up Riders: A Question for You

[Mad German]

Hi guys. I have a line on a shock for my Gen II. It's set up for a rider & passenger that are nearly identical to me and my wife, within 5 lbs. for both of us. However...it doesn't have a hydraulic preload adjuster (HPA). When I've corresponded with the seller, he said that when he rides solo he really doesn't notice the extra stiffness and it's a non-issue. His riding style seems to mimic mine; a little bit of highway, but mostly country roads at a leisurely pace.
My question for the 2 up riders: Does this sound about right, that the extra stiffness won't really be that big of a deal for a leisurely solo ride? I know I can always have a HPA later if I feel I need it I suppose. I hate to miss out on this shock for "fear" that it'll be too stiff for solo riding.
My track days are behind me, I accept that. I ride my FJR at a slower pace than a lot of you guys, probably. I just cruise and take in the scenery and unwind.
Thanks in advance for your input.
MG

 

[RossKean]

Which shock is it? I assume it can be adjusted - just not instantly.
In any case, as long as it is a decent shock, I doubt that the extra stiffness will be a problem...
Full disclosure, I am not a 2-up rider, but I rarely change my settings when heavily loaded for an extended camping trip.

 

[roger dodger]

MG, Do yourself a favor and buy a Gen 3 /4 A shock. They are stiffer and last longer than the Gen 1/2 shocks. Also, it will fit, be adjustable and have the lever to 'quick adjust' the rear preload.

 

[Mad German]

MG, Do yourself a favor and buy a Gen 3 /4 A shock. They are stiffer and last longer than the Gen 1/2 shocks. Also, it will fit, be adjustable and have the lever to 'quick adjust' the rear preload.

I have a Gen 3 shock on it now, but when I ride 2 up, it feel undersprung.

 

[Mad German]

Which shock is it? I assume it can be adjusted - just not instantly.
In any case, as long as it is a decent shock, I doubt that the extra stiffness will be a problem...
Full disclosure, I am not a 2-up rider, but I rarely change my settings when heavily loaded for an extended camping trip.

It's a TFX 140. He bought it from Ted's Beemer Shop and only had it installed for a few months before he sold his bikes and quit riding.

 

[SkooterG]

Interesting. I've never heard of that brand of shock.