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Delhi.

I got a garage and a decent set of tools.

Anyone up for a complete rebuild

Yes please or help. Pm sent.

Thanks
Gary

I was strapped for cash and needed some shocks so I bought the emgos. Does anyone know how to adjust the preload?

Show us a pic or a link, please.

I was strapped for cash and needed some shocks so I bought the emgos. Does anyone know how to adjust the preload?

Hi,

How about these from Emgo?

http://www.newmotorcycleparts.com/ch...ar_shocks.html

Also, do I have to get specific springs for my extra weight?

I have a pair of those on my bike. They are sprung very stiffly. And they come with lousy bushings. But they will work better than 30 year old stock shocks. If you can spend about $200 you can get some pretty good shocks that will ride nicely. Here is one source: www.davequinnmotorcycles.com. Give them a call and tell them your vitals so they can whip up a batch of shocks for you. Refer to your "mega-welcome" for more suspension options.


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

How about these from Emgo?

http://www.newmotorcycleparts.com/ch...ar_shocks.html

Also, do I have to get specific springs for my extra weight?

Head to suspension forum ,bwringer had some tips for springs in someone's posting.

Please do this. Do it right, do it once. Do not get shocks that claim they can work for a Yamahamahaha VMAX and a GS500. No shock can do that. Those are eye candy that can kill you.

[tom203]

I am not sure if the shocks bottom out. I don't think they do but I am a big guy around 300lbs. when I go over a decent bump it hurts pretty good.

Head to suspension forum ,bwringer had some tips for springs in someone's posting.

I am not sure if the shocks bottom out. I don't think they do but I am a big guy around 300lbs. when I go over a decent bump it hurts pretty good.

[tom203]

I think you should transfer this to new post in suspension forum- to attract attention,as this is a good question. My "L" has 13.5 inch centerline spacing on its shocks, but I have no idea if they are stock.I'm 5- 7 and can touch the ground flat footed, but the "L" is lower to begin with. You might want something shorter- but I don't know if this will be a problem-, but you do not want the shocks to bottom out.

[tkent02]

Will these shocks work?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/13-5-340mm-Pair-Air-Shock-Absorbers-Yamaha-VMAX-Suzuki-GS500-Honda-CB-500-Black-/180767126106?pt=Motors_ATV_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2a168f725a&vxp=mtr

As it is now with the stock shocks, I cannot get my feet all the way on the ground. I can get about half down. I am wondering with new shocks if I will be in trouble...

Tiptoes is good enough, especially if you can do them both at once.

[BigD_83]

30 year old springs plus heavy guy- get new ones if you plan to keep it.
Good work getting it going- persistence and a little knowledge pays off!

You should have a preload adjuster on those shocks. Can you post a picture so we can see where you have them set?

Will these shocks work?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/13-5-340mm-Pair-Air-Shock-Absorbers-Yamaha-VMAX-Suzuki-GS500-Honda-CB-500-Black-/180767126106?pt=Motors_ATV_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2a168f725a&vxp=mtr

As it is now with the stock shocks, I cannot get my feet all the way on the ground. I can get about half down. I am wondering with new shocks if I will be in trouble...

[tom203]

I went for a nice 45 minutes ride today with a buddy. Great time, bike ran pretty good.

For some reason once she gets around 6k rpm she sounds pretty loud, not sure if I would take it to red line or not.

On another note I am a heavy guy and the springs seem to bottom out on bumps. Is there a way to tighten them up? I have progressive springs.

30 year old springs plus heavy guy- get new ones if you plan to keep it.
Good work getting it going- persistence and a little knowledge pays off!

I went for a nice 45 minutes ride today with a buddy. Great time, bike ran pretty good.

For some reason once she gets around 6k rpm she sounds pretty loud, not sure if I would take it to red line or not.

On another note I am a heavy guy and the springs seem to bottom out on bumps. Is there a way to tighten them up? I have progressive springs.

Awesome. Congrats on your success.
Yes, the grips are sort of pull off and replace. You may have to cut the old ones off. When installing the new ones you will probably have to spray something on the bars to make them stick. Hair spray is commonly used and is readily available. YMMV.