How to Take Apart Motorcycle Shocks?

Question

How to Take Apart Motorcycle Shocks?

Answer 1

It depends on the shock. A lot of stock shocks have caps that are swaged or crimped, so they cannot be easily rebuilt. A machine shop can re-work anything--machine internal threads, custom make threaded top and bottom caps, etc.--but it's cheaper to buy an aftermarket shock, like a Works shock, that is already threaded so that can it be rebuilt. Even then, it can take special tools to screw off the top and/or bottom caps, and you will need to order a rebuild kit with the correct bushings, seals, and o-rings, unless you rebuild enough shocks that you already have all of those parts on hand. If the shaft is scored or worn, your shock could be a goner. Also, many shocks need to be recharged with nitrogen. Do you have a gas cylinder full o' high pressure nitrogen with a regulator handy?



Assuming you have a rebuildable shock, the easy way is to Google [your state or city] motorcycle suspension and see if there is a dude into dirt bikes who has a little garage business with the correct tools, spare parts, and an N2 cylinder. Might cost something, but it will be cheaper than a new shock.



Or, it might be a good time to buy an aftermarket shock that can be rebuilt.

Answer 2

Depends on the actual motorcycle shock unit. Most have springs fitted around them. Some of the mono shock units on dirt bikes are meant to be easy spring changers- but that still means a spring compressor. And the main shock body may or may not be field servicable- meaning no simple screw on caps, seals, fluid damponing valves-- usually they aren't, hydrailic press needed at least. The older Harley friction shock was servicable in field, adjustable, some of the hydraulic units were screwed instead of pressed together. Gas charged shocks have some other issues- racing rebuilder of some specialty shocks for cars exist- maybe a motorcycle shock unit is made for that type of rebuilding also.

Answer 3

Some motorcycle shocks are not designed to be taken apart. Make sure to view the manufacturer's recommendations before proceeding. The greatest difficulty in taking apart any motorcycle shock lies in compressing the spring. This is usually done with a spring compressor tool, or with the assistance of a mechanical or hydraulic ram. However, it also possibly to compress the spring with the use of zip ties.

Remove the shock and pre-load adjuster from the motorcycle. Adjust the pre-load to its maximum setting. This will pre-load the spring. Thread 40 zip ties through the underside of the spring along the body of the shock. Leave the locking mechanism of the zip ties on the outside of the spring.

Tighten one of the zip ties as far it will go. Repeat this with one of the zip ties on the other side of the shock. Tighten the remaining zip ties, alternating sides.

Adjust the pre-load to its minimum setting. The spring should now be slightly loose. Loosen the set screw. Push the hydraulic housing in the direction of the spring. This will expose a circlip or snap ring. Pry out the circlip with a screwdriver.

Push the hydraulic housing and spring towards the base of the shock. This will expose a shock travel limiter. Remove the shock travel limiter. Unscrew the eyes from both ends of the shock. All of the pieces will now separate easily.

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Answer 4

There is no point as there are no serviceable parts in shock absorbers. New ones are what you need.

Answer 5

in the 60s or the 70s you could do it but I do not think you can do it on a new bike ...It might be cheaper to just buy new ones ...But the front forks are easy

Answer 6

That is very dangerous if you don't know exactly how to do. You can get killed.

Answer 7

U don't Simple.

U buy new ones

Answer 8

with tools

Answer 9

no

Answer 10

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