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Title: Replacements for 695 rear shock/suspension Post by: Totoduc on March 18, 2015, 07:51:35 AM Hey All,
Has anyone fitted an 848 rear shock on a 695 Monster...? Is it possible ..? Is it a straight forward swap..? Any input would be great ... Thanks in advance..! Title: Re: Replacements for 695 rear shock/suspension Post by: caperix on March 18, 2015, 08:26:05 AM I have an 848 shock on my 620ie. You will need to use a 999 ride height adjuster & remove the rear fender. Even then the shock resevour may rub the tire.
Title: Re: Replacements for 695 rear shock/suspension Post by: Totoduc on March 19, 2015, 02:59:40 AM I assuming there was an improvement in handling for you ?
I'm thinking I don't like the idea of the shock reservoir rubbing on the tire.... Did you consider any other shocks as a replacement ? Why did you go with the 848 unit ..? Thanks for replying... Title: Re: Replacements for 695 rear shock/suspension Post by: caperix on March 19, 2015, 08:15:50 AM It did make a noticeable difference in handling, but also made the front end feel worse. I have been running it for a few years now, it has only hit the tire a few times. I was originally going to put a 999 shock on it but a the time the showa shocks were hard to find & expensive. I found an 848 that had a lighter spring online & took the risk.
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