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Probably a dumb question about rear shock orientation

Started by salty1, Thu 06, Mar 2014, 14:03:38

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salty1

Just finished up servicing the rear end and driveline. I was wondering if the orientation of a rear shock is important. Obviously what shock goes to what side is important, but does it matter what way the shock faces to the outside?  :-\  ???
My rides:
1998 GL1500C, 2000 GL 1500CF,2006 GL 1800 3A


dr.danh

Dont think it matters. I turned mine to were can read the setting at arrow outside. One note may want to check your bushings. They are known to wear.

98valk

can't adjust the one way I believe.
they can only be swapped from side to side if the bottom bushings are switched
1998 Std/Tourer, 2007 DR200SE, 1981 CB900C  10speed
1973 Duster 340 4-speed rare A/C, 2001 F250 4x4 7.3L, 6sp

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old2soon

Every time I service the rear end the shocks just get laid on the shelf. I am reasonably certain sides have been swapped as well as orientation. P O had buffed them out nicely and when they are off the bike a little elbow grease keeps em thataway!  :cooldude: RIDE SAFE.
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