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Post by pukame2 on Sept 4, 2008 2:48:48 GMT -5
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Post by pukame2 on Sept 4, 2008 18:04:38 GMT -5
My first recommendation is to note the dimensions of your present shock, overall length of shock, barrel size, die spring length and cross section to start.
You need to remove your shock and measure the present/non-compressed/natural state. As I remember it, most shocks have a 3/3.5" plus/minus play, check your shock. It should be similiar.
I've used EMPI shocks before on dune buggy projects and they never failed me, so why not now use them on scooters.
I'm not trying to circumvent the performance line of super shocks but since I not doing high jumps and racing off road, a standard blend of shock absorber should handle street loads, providing they are derived from familiar and reliable manufacturers. (Bilstein, Monroe, Gabriel, EMPI, KYB, etc.)
For obvious reasons, one can stick to the oem products or use the familiar hi-perf products available today.
This is only intended for those individuals who need a little economic relief from the high cost of parts.
If one should need to work out some specific/tehnical data, 2 heads may be better than 1, pm me.
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Post by owenbrau on Sept 4, 2008 19:55:36 GMT -5
My scooter has only a sinlge shock in back, so besides length, what else do I need to know? How do I determine what shock to get?
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Post by pukame2 on Sept 4, 2008 21:43:22 GMT -5
A picture of scoot's suspension and make would help, and if you could follow the link Affordable Scooter Rear Shock AbsorbersYour situation is quite unique but not difficult to work on. Looking forward to your pic and measurements. |
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Post by pukame2 on Sept 5, 2008 14:58:46 GMT -5
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Post by pukame2 on Sept 5, 2008 20:44:56 GMT -5
See Similiar listing My total cost shipped to Maui by PARCEL POST is $69.99 Your shipping is less within continental USA. Hopefully, this will keep your scooter costs affordable. See Dan's Performance Parts for other possibilities. |
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Post by owenbrau on Sept 6, 2008 19:07:31 GMT -5
It's going to be a few days before I can post a pic and measurements; I screwed up my back again and getting down on my hands and knees to work on the scoot is contraindicated.
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Post by pukame2 on Sept 7, 2008 10:10:37 GMT -5
If one knew one's dimensions and needed to look for a place to search for bargains this would be a good place to start or Google. Shock absorber |
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Post by pukame2 on Sept 8, 2008 17:00:29 GMT -5
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Post by owenbrau on Sept 8, 2008 19:28:56 GMT -5
OK, here are the pics, left and right sides-   The shock is about 10 1/2" from eye to eye, as best as I c an measure without removing a lot of stuff to get closer to it. Sorry about the dirt, my back yard is plain dirt, and even covered the wheels get splashed when it rains (and we had a deluge Sat. night). |
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Post by pukame2 on Sept 9, 2008 7:20:46 GMT -5
What make and model is your scoot. What's the diameter of the outer coil spring. Thanks. 12" shock Check this out. It would be nice if we had the shock or part number to compare. 13" shock This has a maximun compression of 2" leaving 11 1/4", recheck your measurements carefully. |
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Post by owenbrau on Sept 9, 2008 17:19:14 GMT -5
It's an Argo 150-18. I'll measure the spring when it isn't so muddy out back (torrential rain again today, good thing I didn't ride to work!).
I see on the first ebay listing that he says he also has 10 1/2" shocks.
Now, when I've looked at online shops selling shocks, they don't mention anything about a shock being appropriate for single use, or only for applications where there are two. It's the spring that matters for that, right? Or would a single-shock scoot be designed so that the shock is place differently, so the same shock can be used for it? The only single-shock bike I ever had was a Silver Wing, and it had a purpose-built unit, not a standard shock.
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Post by meitianman on Sept 9, 2008 18:08:21 GMT -5
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Post by pukame2 on Sept 10, 2008 2:50:29 GMT -5
Note that you can adjust the height and stiffness of the shocks. For my scoot, the 16" shocks I ordered is fully adjustable; one can first adjust the height, shorten it and the shock becomes stiffer with less rebound. You'll need to know the play of your new shock. My has a 6" play, from 16" down to 10". Some are less, so before buying, ask the seller for specs. |
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Post by pukame2 on Sept 10, 2008 2:58:38 GMT -5
It's an Argo 150-18. I'll measure the spring when it isn't so muddy out back (torrential rain again today, good thing I didn't ride to work!). I see on the first ebay listing that he says he also has 10 1/2" shocks. Now, when I've looked at online shops selling shocks, they don't mention anything about a shock being appropriate for single use, or only for applications where there are two. It's the spring that matters for that, right? Or would a single-shock scoot be designed so that the shock is place differently, so the same shock can be used for it? The only single-shock bike I ever had was a Silver Wing, and it had a purpose-built unit, not a standard shock. One has to know the outer spring diameter before buying. It stands to reason since its a mono shock, the spring thickness and rebound rate is greater, doing the work for 2. When I wanted to carry more, I just replaced the die spring with a slight larger diameter or longer version. Die Springs |
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Post by pukame2 on Sept 10, 2008 3:39:12 GMT -5
In your case, 12" or 13" is acceptable, not the compressed 10 1/2" on your scoot. Since your's is a mono shock, exact measurements would be helpful, or getting specs from the manufacturer is better.
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Post by pukame2 on Sept 11, 2008 2:41:32 GMT -5
OK, here are the pics, left and right sides- The shock is about 10 1/2" from eye to eye, as best as I c an measure without removing a lot of stuff to get closer to it. Sorry about the dirt, my back yard is plain dirt, and even covered the wheels get splashed when it rains (and we had a deluge Sat. night). YSS has the shock to fit your scoot. Click Mono Shock at bottom of page Let us know what turns out. |
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Post by pukame2 on Sept 13, 2008 17:13:24 GMT -5
Though these maybe too small for most scoots, one might find one that might work. MINI SHOCKSWhile there, check out the other stuff, you might be pleasantly surprised. At least, my dog was. |
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Post by pukame2 on Sept 25, 2008 0:07:54 GMT -5
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Post by owenbrau on Sept 25, 2008 9:50:18 GMT -5
Nifty!
I've been laid up for the last couple of weeks, so dealing with the shock has been put on hold until after I move, probably a winter project.
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Post by pukame2 on Oct 2, 2008 17:14:18 GMT -5
Just a little bit of info on adjustable shock absorbers. Tuning link |
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Post by pukame2 on Oct 9, 2008 12:43:55 GMT -5
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