Which alternative shock? Pointy. - SV650.org

05-07-13, 10:31 PM

Hi Guys,
I've read some things about replacing the rear shock on my 2012 pointy.

What is a good option? I don't want to spend too much, but I have heard it's a good upgrade. My front end is standard and probably will remain so.

Thanks
Dan

MJC-DEV · 06-07-13, 08:22 AM

Changing the front gives a better improvement than changing a new standard rear shock unless you weight significantly more than average or always take pillions.

PS Define 'good upgrade' what are you after?

Nutsinatin · 06-07-13, 10:22 AM

Get your front forks rebuilt first, it'll make much more difference and if you up the preload on the rear with improved forks it's not so bad, but if you're after a cheap rear shock upgrade the easiest (no cutting) is from a 2007 Kawasaki ZX10 which should cost £60/70 if you do it yourself, although if you put your weight and riding style up there will be much more knowledgeable guys on here to help you!

Bibio · 06-07-13, 01:11 PM

what do you weigh?

how do you ride?

how many miles are on your bike?

05-07-13, 10:31 PM	#1
Daniel Louis Guest Posts: n/a	Which alternative shock? Pointy. Hi Guys, I've read some things about replacing the rear shock on my 2012 pointy. What is a good option? I don't want to spend too much, but I have heard it's a good upgrade. My front end is standard and probably will remain so. Thanks Dan

06-07-13, 08:22 AM	#2
MJC-DEV Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Falmouth Posts: 621	Re: Rear Shock Changing the front gives a better improvement than changing a new standard rear shock unless you weight significantly more than average or always take pillions. PS Define 'good upgrade' what are you after? __________________ 2006 SK6, wavy discs, 8.5N K-Tech springs, Debrix Emulators, Nitron Shock, Silkolene RSF Pro 10W, Eastern Beaver H4 Dual Headlight Relay Kit, Avon Storm Ultra 2 tyres, Ebay billet brake/clutch levers Last edited by MJC-DEV; 06-07-13 at 08:23 AM. Reason: add

06-07-13, 10:22 AM	#3
Nutsinatin Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Lyne, Surrey Posts: 570	Re: Rear Shock Get your front forks rebuilt first, it'll make much more difference and if you up the preload on the rear with improved forks it's not so bad, but if you're after a cheap rear shock upgrade the easiest (no cutting) is from a 2007 Kawasaki ZX10 which should cost £60/70 if you do it yourself, although if you put your weight and riding style up there will be much more knowledgeable guys on here to help you! __________________ Blue K9 Pointy - Squished by a car/kerb/wall Blue K9 Pointy #2 - Nearly at 120,000 miles!

06-07-13, 01:11 PM	#4
Bibio Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: here as devil's advocate Posts: 11,569	Re: Rear Shock what do you weigh? how do you ride? how many miles are on your bike?

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