[Discussion] ~ Suspension Related Issue

[fierra]

Yah lah..unless u knw him personally...just don't say "Ah Mah" or "Ah Mmmh"..kenna giant carrot den u know..LOL!

 

lol... thanks2!

[yahiko839]

hi fellow s4 riders, wan to ask is it possible to change my suspension spring colour by spraying and anyone knows what brand is this suspension? Thanks

 

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb177/yahiko839/am696-007.jpg

[kyle1]

how much do a yss suspension cost?

[aRcHeR]

hello all super 4 brothers and sisters!

 

i have 1 BRAND NEW IN BOX pair of bitubo rear shock to let go! 2011 model, with preload, rebound and compression adjustments.

 

gunmetal colour for the body, black springs. this is a customised set for the springs colour.. letting it go at a real good deal.. much better than what you can get outside on the market.

 

PM to

 

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/hs023.snc6/165347_478743925953_644375953_5992887_3246628_n.jpg

[ducktale83]

Yss chong aik selling $300 or $320..

[yahiko839]

hey guys, i'm looking for trade of my cheapo rear shock with ur showa shock (prefer red color)plus i top-up.

 

Pm me if keen.

[Kaisan Tyga]

Current Ride PB1 Rebuilding In Progress

 

Previous Owner Installed->Gazi Rear Shock

 

Q's:

 

1) New Showa Shock/Used Reconditioned Showa Shock,Where can ii get it?? Whats e Damage $$??

 

2) To Ah Pek-> Does this fit on PB1,These were manufactured by Redwing for a Heavier Spring Rate. They have 5 preload adjustments and are completely rebuildable. These were manufactured in the 1970s. Stated compatible with CB750

 

Eye to Clevis Model.

Measure 13" from eye to clevis.

Spring O.D. Diameter 2-1/4"

Oil Capacity 2.9 oz

3/4" wide clevis 5/8" eyelet

Smaller stud mounting adapters included

Fits Hondas with eye to clevis mounting setup-stud mounting adapters included

Made in Japan in the Early 1970's

Edited March 27, 2011 by Kaisan Tyga

[wAnDeRiN_sPiRiTz]

I asked New Showa @ Unique - est $1010, New Ohlins (no canister) est $1k

Called Chong AIk, KYB standard $700+, Heavy Duty $900+ (asked him what the diff, n he replied "A lot of Diff" ppfffttt!!)

Forgot to ask chong aik abt showa...

Ask Bitubo shocks, abt 1k+

Considering to rebuilt as recommended by Ah Pek..(Any idea what time the shop open? -thnx)

[world of sin]

Hi,does anyone know hw much if I want to replace the spring on my Showa?n my shocks feel soft but no leakage,is it better to send for service or juz recharge the gas?best place n hw long does it takes?thanks in advance..

[wAnDeRiN_sPiRiTz]

That must ask Ah Pek, the Guru! ;p

[thrasher]

Well if the same showa shocks

Costs abt 1100, if it were me, i'd top

Up abit n get the bitubo with canisters. Much more worth it.

[aRcHeR]

I asked New Showa @ Unique - est $1010, New Ohlins (no canister) est $1k

Called Chong AIk, KYB standard $700+, Heavy Duty $900+ (asked him what the diff, n he replied "A lot of Diff" ppfffttt!!)

Forgot to ask chong aik abt showa...

Ask Bitubo shocks, abt 1k+

Considering to rebuilt as recommended by Ah Pek..(Any idea what time the shop open? -thnx)

 

you must think about resell value as well..

[scubasimon]

i did a search here but did not find a post relating to my question. so hopefully someone can help me with this to make my dilemma a heasier to handle

 

1. my current showa rear shock is very soft. i mounted boxes (h&b 3 box setup) and my bike would hit the road bumps when the bumps are high. i also hit the bumps when i have a pillion (even when boxes are off the bike).

 

2. i asked the question earlier and was advised to have my shocks serviced. the price was attractive. i haven't done this but am scheduling to do it in april 2011.

 

3. i was at motoworld yesterday and saw that they have a package for the hyperpro streetbox at S$980 which replaces the front and rear shocks. it is expensive but the folks there said it was a good upgrade if i was thinking of keeping my bike long term. they also mentioned it would help my bike with the bumps.

 

so my dilemma now is this. would servicing my current rear shocks be good enough for me to avoid hitting the bumps? obviously cost is an issue...but i would prefer to save my $ if servicing would do the trick.

 

can the gurus please advise?

 

thank you very much.

[Ah Pek]

i did a search here but did not find a post relating to my question. so hopefully someone can help me with this to make my dilemma a heasier to handle

 

1. my current showa rear shock is very soft. i mounted boxes (h&b 3 box setup) and my bike would hit the road bumps when the bumps are high. i also hit the bumps when i have a pillion (even when boxes are off the bike).

 

2. i asked the question earlier and was advised to have my shocks serviced. the price was attractive. i haven't done this but am scheduling to do it in april 2011.

 

3. i was at motoworld yesterday and saw that they have a package for the hyperpro streetbox at S$980 which replaces the front and rear shocks. it is expensive but the folks there said it was a good upgrade if i was thinking of keeping my bike long term. they also mentioned it would help my bike with the bumps.

 

so my dilemma now is this. would servicing my current rear shocks be good enough for me to avoid hitting the bumps? obviously cost is an issue...but i would prefer to save my $ if servicing would do the trick.

 

can the gurus please advise?

 

thank you very much.

 

Go to Teck Thye at No. 12 Bradell Road and have the pair rebuild and refurbish..no regrets.look for David and tell him I recommended you..cost $240 with extra rebound rate spacer installed.

[scubasimon]

thanks ah pek. this is EXACTLY the kind of answer i like. short...sweet...and bestest...save $$$

[thrasher]

Yeah good reply. Too bad sbf doesnt have a like button!

[wAnDeRiN_sPiRiTz]

thanks ah pek. this is EXACTLY the kind of answer i like. short...sweet...and bestest...save $$$

 

YES!! GO FOR IT! STRONGLY RECOMMENDED coz i just did it!! by the way, how much your h&b setup? thinking of doing it. got pic to share? (pm me, need to convince my wife!

 

Go to Teck Thye at No. 12 Bradell Road and have the pair rebuild and refurbish..no regrets.look for David and tell him I recommended you..cost $240 with extra rebound rate spacer installed.

 

THnx Ah Pek! Power!! Suspension RESTORED!

[scubasimon]

Just had my rear shocks done by David at Teck Thye based on Ah Pek's advice. They feel really good now. No bottoming and very stable. Best way to spend $240 in my opinion.

[world of sin]

Just had my rear shocks done by David at Teck Thye based on Ah Pek's advice. They feel really good now. No bottoming and very stable. Best way to spend $240 in my opinion.

 

Hi,hw long does it take?

[Ah Pek]

Hi,hw long does it take?

 

No crowd, no talk kork session while he works and being the first customer..less than an hour.

[scubasimon]

He works fast. Told me 3hrs on phone. But he finished in 1.5hrs even though had so many bikes to attend to here and there. Excellent work. Friendly. Fast.

[ReZaF]

ah pek:

how the job @ mezzo for suspension?..

[Ah Pek]

ah pek:

how the job @ mezzo for suspension?..

 

I won't know bro..bekuz never been there or done anything b4. If I'm not wrong, they are Bitubo specialist and alike all suspension when it comes to repair or refurbishing.its all about the same except for parts compatibility..they should be good as I expect as special equipment is needed.

[m3ng]

hi guys, my front right fork seems to be leaking oil already, just serviced it less than a year ago only..

 

Can any bros here recommend what I should service and estimated price of the servicing?

 

Another thing I'm riding a Spec 1 which is more than 10 years old already, isit advisable I recharge my rear shock canisters?

 

Thank you in advance!

[andrew0511454]

ah pek. How's the difference between rebuild and just add nitro gas while rebuild (est $240) and nitro ( $40)? Any advice?