What are the differences between GD's shocks vs GE?

My GE feels very harsh on uneven roads.
I want to soften my ride but can't find aftermarket shocks here in Italy.
Only BILSTEIN PSS is available.

So, I think that I need shocks with soften compression and harder extension.

I thought that, as spring rate is higher on GDs, maybe the shocks could have that setup. I'm planning to buy some OEM shocks and adapt them to my GE.
Otherwise, I should try to revalve my stocks..

Hope someone can help me!

 

What is the year and model of your Fit. we may be able to offer a softer shock from our dartabank. cheers

 

The suspension tuning is likely to be different for different markets. NAFTA models are most likely softer due to local tastes and bad roads. The Japanese engineers might assume, falsely, that Western European roads are smooth as glass and the locals value handling over ride. OE shock valving for the US is generally very soft on jounce (compression) compared to rebound (extension). Ive found this to be the case even for light trucks without "off road" packages.

For the US market at least, the stiffer chassis of the GE allowed for softer spring rates. Usually the springs and shocks are matched as controlling the rebound energy of the spring is the primary function of a shock.

 

Thanks for your replies!

Additional informations: I drive a 2011 Honda Jazz CVT Hybrid and I live in Italy. Actually ride on 185/55r16 tyres and the car handles well. With the stock 175/65r15 the ride is only a little softer (still harsh) but handling is very poor..
These are the only tyre size allowed. I'm running 31 psi front 29 rear

 

Ok, really tyred of this situation. Just swapped from 185/55r16 Bridgestone/Mak 6,5x16 et40 to the stock 175/65r15 Michelin Energy/alloy 5,5x15 et45.
Ride is now a bit more comfortable, but I still feel dampers are too harsh. Look and handling.. a little poor.
Great improvements in acceleration and fuel consumption...