a few questions about swapping shocks 94 rf 900 to 06 kat 600. where and how do you mount the canister ? will i have to change dogbones? and how high will i have to jack up the rear to bolt it in there ?
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I thought the swap was pretty much a one-to-the other deal, so probably don't need to mess with the dog bones. Cannister mounting... hmmm. Did you check the sticky on shock swaps? Search "shock interchange guide" - I think BP posted it.
I thought that mounted up nicely along the right side outer frame rail. You'll just need a decent bracket. But, I got a pre-600 with a 750 shock swapped in, so I don't have any personal experience. The sticky lists out members who did the particular swap, so you can PM the one's that did the RF swap and find out from them.
If I remember, the only thing you'll need to worry about is making sure your RF shock doesn't need a rebuild before you mount it.
Good luck. Post pics.Last edited by VifferJim; 07-17-2008, 06:10 AM."Men will get no more out of life than they put into it."
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The cannisters ususally end up zip tied to the grab bars. Other than that it's a direct swap.-Steve
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You don't need to jack up the back of the bike at all........ use my method.....
I just stuck a block of wood between the back tire and the frame under the seat. You could also use a brick, or a baby, or whatever else you can find to jam in there.Any and all statements by Loudnlow7484 are merely his own opinions, and not necessarily the opinion of Katriders.com. Anything suggested by him is to be followed at your own risk, and may result in serious injury or death. Responses from this member have previously been attributed to all of the following: depression, insomnia, nausea, suicidal tendencies, and panic. Please consult a mental health professional before reading any post by Loudnlow7484.
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Originally posted by jgmann67 View PostEric -
I thought the swap was pretty much a one-to-the other deal, so probably don't need to mess with the dog bones. Cannister mounting... hmmm. Did you check the sticky on shock swaps? Search "shock interchange guide" - I think BP posted it.
I thought that mounted up nicely along the right side outer frame rail. You'll just need a decent bracket. But, I got a pre-600 with a 750 shock swapped in, so I don't have any personal experience. The sticky lists out members who did the particular swap, so you can PM the one's that did the RF swap and find out from them.
If I remember, the only thing you'll need to worry about is making sure your RF shock doesn't need a rebuild before you mount it.
Good luck. Post pics.BLACK KATS R THE SHIZNIT!!!! :flipping:
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Originally posted by edub View Posthow would i know if it has to be rebuilt?"Men will get no more out of life than they put into it."
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If you have a wood block, and a friend strong enough to lift up the rear wheel... you shouldn't need to remove the rear wheel.
Put the bike on the center stand, and put a block under the wheel... then take the nuts off the shock bolt. You might need a punch and a hammer to get the shock loose.-Steve
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Originally posted by steves View PostIf you have a wood block, and a friend strong enough to lift up the rear wheel... you shouldn't need to remove the rear wheel.
Put the bike on the center stand, and put a block under the wheel... then take the nuts off the shock bolt. You might need a punch and a hammer to get the shock loose.Any and all statements by Loudnlow7484 are merely his own opinions, and not necessarily the opinion of Katriders.com. Anything suggested by him is to be followed at your own risk, and may result in serious injury or death. Responses from this member have previously been attributed to all of the following: depression, insomnia, nausea, suicidal tendencies, and panic. Please consult a mental health professional before reading any post by Loudnlow7484.
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