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Top Shock Mount

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ChrisW

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Hi,

Is the threaded top shock mount on a 79 GS750E a stud that can be removed from the frame?

I've got one that is really chewed up. I haven't tried to unscrew it yet.

I was looking at the parts fiche at Bike Bandit, and they don't show that stud as a separate part.

I'm worried that I'll need to have something welded to the frame.

Thanks.
 
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Please let us know what bike you are referring, please.
Quick answer, it is usually welded. Best option is to cut it off, drill and tap it in that case.
I saw the 750 in your intro, is that the bike? Best thing to do is put it in your signature (User CP, upper left menu item).
 
I edited the original post, and added the bike to my sig.

That's would be a drag if it needs to be cut off.
 
It's not tough really. Cut it off, grind it flush, drill a hole and bring a bolt through from the back. Run a bead of weld on the backside and it's done.
 
I had a busted post, and it was busted clean off where the nut tightens down on the shock.
That post is part of the frame, anyway I took the bike to a fabricator who welded and extension to it, so far so good. He charged me $10.
 
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