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Bikes, Hints'n'Tips => FZ6 / Fazer => Topic started by: ddtwelve on 11 April 2012, 03:27:01 pm

Title: rear shock
Post by: ddtwelve on 11 April 2012, 03:27:01 pm

can the rear shock spring be replaced or do i have to have a new shock fitted as i dont like the 2-3 inch drop when are lass jumps on even thou its on full preload

Title: Re: rear shock
Post by: Fazerider on 11 April 2012, 07:24:23 pm

Providing the rear suspension isn't bottoming out when you hit bumps you might find some different dogbones (a.k.a a jack-up kit) would suit. Adjustable ones would let you set it up if you do a mix of solo/two-up riding.
Alternatively, suggest she loses some weight. :lol

Title: Re: rear shock
Post by: ddtwelve on 11 April 2012, 07:51:02 pm

MMMM which type will work with the fz6 bike ??

Title: Re: rear shock
Post by: Fazerider on 11 April 2012, 08:26:48 pm

Must admit I assumed they'd be as readily available as they are for the FZS600, a quick Google has shown that was a mistake. These guys might help though:
www.projection-components.co.uk/ (http://www.projection-components.co.uk/)

Title: Re: rear shock
Post by: mcyoungy on 11 April 2012, 08:33:29 pm

The FZ6 doesn't have dogbones. It uses a shock directly connected between the swingarm and frame, cantilever stylee.


You would need to get a new spring fitted. So to answer your question, yes it can be changed. It's a fairly easy DIY job but you need something to compress the spring - a motorcycle shock spring compressor is ideal although you can use ratchet straps.

Title: Re: rear shock
Post by: ddtwelve on 11 April 2012, 09:44:09 pm

cheers mcwobbly

Title: Re: rear shock
Post by: bwizz on 11 April 2012, 10:12:46 pm

You can also use big jubilee clips

Title: Re: rear shock
Post by: ddtwelve on 12 April 2012, 07:46:51 am

next question is what size is the spring as theres a place near york that sells springs for £56 is it 6 inch height with 2.5 inch diameter?