Look to me like they're off a Honda trail bike, XL series (XL185 / 250 I think), early - mid 80s. If they are then they are meant to be 'the wrong way up'.
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Look to me like they're off a Honda trail bike, XL series (XL185 / 250 I think), early - mid 80s. If they are then they are meant to be 'the wrong way up'.
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DannyMotor
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Most street shocks need the reservoir at the bottom... or bad-news.
Since they have narrow adjustment gap between the adjuster and the bolt, I believe Hampshiredog is correct. These are definitely a motor-cross style shock.
Ditch them.
Since they have narrow adjustment gap between the adjuster and the bolt, I believe Hampshiredog is correct. These are definitely a motor-cross style shock.
Ditch them.
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MAJikMARCer
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Well you guys are just full of awesome news. I've priced out some Progressive 12 series shocks. What is the consensus on them? I have to imagine they'll fit and ride better than my apparent motor-cross shocks (SMH).
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MAJikMARCer
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I've been trying to source some used shocks. Would shocks from an L bike work or are they shorter/softer?
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Guest
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They appear to be Fox Street Shocks.... I had a similar set on my bike. Vintage shocks of decent quality, provided the spring rate is right for you. I noticed you have yours on the lightest preload setting, so I'm assuming they aren't under sprung, like mine were. If they aren't leaking oil & you're happy with the ride, seems a shame to spring (sorry) for new ones. Not sure why your set interferes with the chain guard....there were no issues fitting them on the 1100. And, that is their orientation on every bike I've seen sporting them....they aren't upside down.
Speaking of upside down shocks, I suppose the Marzocchi piggy-backs on my bike now, would give you fits!
