(02-02-2018 07:56 PM)Rboe Wrote: Updated question: anyone know the difference between the front forks of the 2013 Std and the 2017 EX?
The 2017 EX uses the "Showa Dual Bending Valve" forks. There are other Honda motorcycles as well as other manufacturers using the same technology. I can't speak from experience, but I believe the 2017 forks are considered to be a nice upgrade with better dampening.