Respringing S4 shock

Started by Mr Earl, April 03, 2010, 03:28:41 PM

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Mr Earl

This topic has been discussed in various posts, but I can't seem to locate the info by searching.

I'm going to have a local suspension guy refurb my S4 shock and would like to swap out the spring.  I think it's too soft (180-185 w/o gear), and the paint is starting to crack in spots.  Can you guys/gals help me finding out what springs are available and where they can be bought?  BTW, I'm happy with the shock, so will not be buying an Ohlins or Pennske or _____ replacement, just want to get this one in good working condition.

Thanks!
Leo Vince CF slip-ons, '01 SS900 fully adjustable Showa forks w/ST2 springs, rebuilt S4 shock w/Ohlins spring, 748 dog bone, Swatt clip-ons above the triple, Sargent seat, Duplicolor-Dark seat cowl, Rizoma grips, Techlusion TFI, SBK front fender, Evoluzione slave, BMC sport air filter, 14-tooth sprocket, Desmotimes caseguard, S2R side panels, Pantah belt covers, fake CRG LS mirrors, extra black zip-ties, right grip control imprint on tank, de-cannistered, Ducati Meccanica Bologna key ring

gage

Your suspension guy isn't very good if he can't tell you what spring is going to be appropriate for you... ;)

I have an Ohlins Spring that I bought from Ducvet at Clubhouse motorsports for around $100 give or take...

Mr Earl

My suspension guy doesn't know yet that I'm going to ask him to do this work.  Thought I'd ask here about possibilities and FHE to see what people have been happy with in the world of Monsters.  I'll pass along your opinion of him.  I'm sure he'll be saddened.
Leo Vince CF slip-ons, '01 SS900 fully adjustable Showa forks w/ST2 springs, rebuilt S4 shock w/Ohlins spring, 748 dog bone, Swatt clip-ons above the triple, Sargent seat, Duplicolor-Dark seat cowl, Rizoma grips, Techlusion TFI, SBK front fender, Evoluzione slave, BMC sport air filter, 14-tooth sprocket, Desmotimes caseguard, S2R side panels, Pantah belt covers, fake CRG LS mirrors, extra black zip-ties, right grip control imprint on tank, de-cannistered, Ducati Meccanica Bologna key ring