Progressive shocks are definitely not low budget. If all you want is cheap, the old low-rider car trick should work. They would heat the springs with a torch until they sagged and lowered the car. Can't be a worse ride than struts.
Steelheart- '03 Speedmaster Black/Yellow
The Hayabusa Killa
16" Shorties/140 mains/Airbox drilled
Procom CDI
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