Aftermarket shock quesiton

[dietDrThunder]

I haven't picked up my bike yet, but as a giant fatass, I already know I need to revamp the stock suspension. My question it this: if I get a shock that has a standard threaded preload adjuster (as opposed to a remote hydraulic one) will the adjuster be accessible? Or, is it necessary to get a remote adjuster?

 

[WJBertrand]

I think mounted "upside down" the adjusters should be accessible. Right side up will probably place the adjusters right inside the passage through the swing arm.

 

[escapefjrtist]

I'm running a Penske 8983 with a 7" X 900 spring. Preload adjuster is eazypeazy to reach with the standard Penske tool. If you're ordering a new shock, I'd recommend getting the Torrington bearing kit as it makes turning the preload collar a bit easier.

http://shop.penskeshocks.com/PRELOAD-TORRINGTON-BEARING-KIT/

--G

 

[dietDrThunder]

Thanks for the info, I appreciate it.

 

[greg the pole]

depends on the shock you get.
My yacugar has a hydraulic preload. Cat's ass.
I have the same set up on my FJ09, with a manual lock ring it would have been a pita on the FJ. Tenere is probably easier.