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Title: S4R SACHS Shock on S2R800 Post by: orangelion03 on January 16, 2011, 08:57:39 AM I bought a brand new SACHS 3-way adjustable shock back in early November and finally got around to start installing it this weekend. Thanks to S2RdaRk for the advice!
First step was to cut-off the coil mounting bracket, then grinding off the welds, smoothing out the tube, and priming and painting. Primer was MarHyde self-etching metal primer; for the color I used Krylon Banner Red...close enough match. I had been concerned that the gas port on the reservoir would interfere with the frame tube, but it clears by a good quarter inch. Next part of the project will be attaching the coil and PC module to the bike somewhere. The previous owner replaced the plastic fender bits with an aluminum plate (the rectifier mounts on it) and I'll probably fab up some brackets off that to hold the bits. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v48/orangelion03/rearshock1.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v48/orangelion03/rearshock2.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v48/orangelion03/rearshock3.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v48/orangelion03/fenderplate.jpg) Title: Re: S4R Showa Shock on S2R800 Post by: Jarvicious on January 17, 2011, 06:43:40 AM Nice, but I would worry about that rectifier getting enough air.
Let us know how it turns out (i.e.- ride quality). I'll probably end up doing this at some point Title: Re: S4R Showa Shock on S2R800 Post by: orangelion03 on January 17, 2011, 09:09:21 AM Nice, but I would worry about that rectifier getting enough air. It's been in that position for more than two years with no apparent problems. That being said, I have decided to mount the rectifier under the plate, and the PC module on top (using velcro). I might have just enough room at the fore end of the plate to make a cut-out for the coil. Speaking of the plate, as this original one was made from an abandoned STOP sign by the previous owner, I just ordered some material from McMaster to fab a new one. Title: Re: S4R Showa Shock on S2R800 Post by: S2daRk on January 17, 2011, 10:58:41 AM Great job! I think the rectifier is fine where it's at. Right now it's located pretty much in the original stock position (behind the factory breather box). I haven't had any problems with my regulator, but I haven't made much mods to the electrical system besides the turn signals.
If you plan on mounting the rectifier below the plate to expose it to more air, you might want to consider installing a rear hugger to help keep it clean, especially if you ride in the rain (Shift-Tech makes a nice one). Having your rectifier coated with dirt would reduce it's ability to dissipate heat. Title: Re: S4R Showa Shock on S2R800 Post by: orangelion03 on January 17, 2011, 11:33:05 AM Great job! If you plan on mounting the rectifier below the plate to expose it to more air, you might want to consider installing a rear hugger to help keep it clean, especially if you ride in the rain (Shift-Tech makes a nice one). Having your rectifier coated with dirt would reduce it's ability to dissipate heat. Thanks! Pretty much followed your suggestions. The bike came with a CF hugger, but it was un-mounted...it interfered with one of the exhausts and was cracked. I can make a simple splash guard for the rectifier if I decide it will move under the tray. |