New Rear Shock??

Hi everyone,

I'm the proud owner of a 1985 VF700F.

The beastie runs like a top, but I think I may need a new rear shock.

So, I have questions.

Is the stock shock rebuildable? If so, is this something easily accomplished at home? I do have mechanical skills, but not a lot of exotic tools.

Or

If I need to buy a replacement, what do you recommend? I can't spend a fortune, but I'd like something for everyday moderate commuting and pleasure riding. It's not a track bike, nor does my skill-set warrant banzai runs through the twisties.

Help and input are appreciated.

Thanks,

dv

 

Daugherty Motorsports - Motorcycle Suspension Performance and Modification

 

OOH!! Thanks, I hadn't found them before.

This looks WAAAY promising!!

dv

 

He does great work, he sent up the parts for my 00 front and rear, everything was really nice

 

+1 I had Jamie rebuild me an ABS shock for my '09 and it was well worth the investment.

 

Thanks to JamieDaugherty, I have a new remote reservoir shock to install on my bike.

I know I need to "hang" the reservoir somewhere.

Any suggestions on where and what to use to mount it?

THanks,

dv

 

most use a hose clamp

 

+1, that is the standard way to do it. I would mount it to the frame rail under the tank, just inside your left knee as sitting on the bike.

Enjoy!

 

Yeah, I figured a "big ol'" hose clamp would be the quick and easy, but was having trouble visualizing WHERE to put it.

Thanks,

dv

 

Fox Twin Clicker on my 83

 

Thanks man, I think I've got it now.