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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: gearman on April 10, 2015, 11:17:49 AM
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What kind of shorter rear shock is available? I did a search and saw where Mtberio mentioned a 12.5 in on his vintage but I could find nothing on a convert. I am thinking I would have to lower the front forks also so as not to affect handling.
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What's the issue with the stockers?
You might be able to move the upper shock mount point forward a little, which would have the effect of lowering the shock. Maybe make a post on a piece of flat bar, drill the flat bar once to go over the bike's existing post, and then another for a second fastening bolt?
Be careful with shock length. You can stress the ujoints and make the rear drive fluid migrate into the ujoint boot.
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It will affect handling what ever you do.
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What's the issue with the stockers?
You might be able to move the upper shock mount point forward a little, which would have the effect of lowering the shock. Maybe make a post on a piece of flat bar, drill the flat bar once to go over the bike's existing post, and then another for a second fastening bolt?
Be careful with shock length. You can stress the ujoints and make the rear drive fluid migrate into the ujoint boot.
Rk, Since I have NPH my legs are not as strong as they should be. Exercise does not seem to help much.I thought that if I could be more flat footed I would have more control.
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You might also try shorter rims and/or lower aspect tires . . .
What is the stock length?
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The bike is stock. After I posted I went out for a ride and decided I may as well just get used to it. thanks all :)