Rear Shock Length

Hi all,

I have a CB 500 which I think has been molested by a riding school. It has aftermarket rear shocks which i guess are shorter than standard.

I am asking if someone could possibly measure their standard shocks for me from center to center of the fixings so I can go to a breakers and find some of similar length?

The ones on my bike at the moment are roughly 300mm.

Thanks for any help

Adam

I would recommend that you consider fitting a new set of Hagon rear shocks. You can get these for £130 or less a set. They improve the ride, look great and can add value to the bike. Worth thinking about. Just google Hagon shocks or they have them on www.wemoto.com.

James,

Thanks for your reply. The shocks on the bike are hagon shocks, however, it has no pre-loading facility (usually adjusted with a c spanner) and the whole back of the bike seems to be riding very low.

Was hoping I could compare the length of others (possibly standard) shocks just to verify

We could've swapped! I just picked up my new short Hagon shocks today. I think I remember my originals being measured at 340mm, as my new ones are 310, hoping I can stop without falling over now:D

Set on ebay at present. Seller says centre to centre of mounting eyes 350mm.
Just measured mine on bike on centre stand with rear wheel clear of ground --- 345mm..