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Second Generation Ascots => Tech Section => Topic started by: chuckleberry709 on February 16, 2017, 12:53:49 pm

Title: rear shock replacement
Post by: chuckleberry709 on February 16, 2017, 12:53:49 pm

I got a bent rear shock so I was looking to replace the both of them. A common gripe of the bike gurr-roos was that the factory rear shocks were inadequate on these bikes. I haven't ridden mine enough to form an opinion on that. Can anyone recommend a good aftermarket or maybe a shock from another bike that would fit? So far I found some from Emgo that will fit. Anything else? Thanks.

CB

Title: Re: rear shock replacement
Post by: J6G1Z on February 16, 2017, 02:04:01 pm

The SEARCH feature will provide plenty of information.

J.

Title: Re: rear shock replacement
Post by: broadchef on May 29, 2017, 09:41:21 pm

I'm not sure if you're still looking for shocks, but Progressive suspension still makes a few models that are designed for the vt500ft. I guess it shares the same suspension as a few other models as well. I believe a couple models that are good are 412-4220C and dimecity sells another model (412-4211C) that allegedly fits. amazon sells the former.