Texas X Riders
Tech Talk => The Garage => Topic started by: Gumbo on February 01, 2016, 09:35:13 AM
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Ok time to replace my rear shock bushings, going with McMaster-Carr Light Duty Dry-Running Sleeve Bearing
Sleeve, for 5/8" Shaft Diameter, 7/8" OD, 3/4" Length (Nylon bearings) pn = 6389K344
Just in case anyone ever needs this part number.
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how many miles on your bike? any symptoms? I was thinking of changing out mine as well..
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Take a look at the upper bushing on your rear shock, if not lined up you need to replace the bushings, usually shows up in the twistier roads. Just a little play in the corners, after replacing you will notice a big difference. :thumbup:
I replace on my 1300 and could not believe the difference.
Same bushings for both 1300 AND 1800
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(http://i63.tinypic.com/2yyplae.jpg)
This is what it looks like when you want to replace the bushings.
(http://i67.tinypic.com/14ihq4z.jpg)
Shows cracked Bushings.
This is what it should look like.
(http://i63.tinypic.com/34t4yud.jpg)
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Wasn't there a guy somewhere that was making these out of some kind of nylon so they would last longer? Honda should have known better that a heavy bike like the 1300's & 1800's would cut right thru those bushings. On a side note they aren't that big of a deal and definitely not expensive.
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Wasn't there a guy somewhere that was making these out of some kind of nylon so they would last longer? Honda should have known better that a heavy bike like the 1300's & 1800's would cut right thru those bushings. On a side note they aren't that big of a deal and definitely not expensive.
McMaster-Carr (Nylon bearings) pn = 6389K344
4 under 5 bucks. You never really notice you have a problem until you change them, then you notice how much better it is in the twistiest. Holds the road much better.
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Ok time to replace my rear shock bushings, going with McMaster-Carr Light Duty Dry-Running Sleeve Bearing
Sleeve, for 5/8" Shaft Diameter, 7/8" OD, 3/4" Length (Nylon bearings) pn = 6389K344
Just in case anyone ever needs this part number.
Have you changed them out already? The one and only time(so far) that I met any members was at a meet and greet. First thing everyone did was take a look at my bike then tell me I needed to change out the rear bushing.
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Yep got er done, it will make a difference!
Be glad to help you out if ya want. :thumbup:
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I was actually curious about the VTX RIDERS is that patch.
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I was actually curious about the VTX RIDERS is that patch.
You might want to start a new thread for this question assuming that it is a question.
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This may be a stupid question, but, hey, I'm a newbie. Are the bushings that need replacing only on the top shock mount?
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Top and bottom of each shock.
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From what I can make out from your signature pic, your bike has the stock Honda shocks and the McMaster Carr part number that Gumbo referred to would be what you want. BTW I don't think anyone here would ever consider any question as stupid. Lots of helpful folks.
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Thanks Capt for your support. The shocks are stock and probably don't need bushings yet but I ordered them and will install them anyway. You guys are great!!
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Thanks Capt for your support. The shocks are stock and probably don't need bushings yet but I ordered them and will install them anyway. You guys are great!!
My VTX only had 4200 miles on it and the bushings were egg shaped.
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Sounds like the originals may be made by the lowest bidder. I will check mine tonight. Have about 8,500 miles on it, so based on your situation, mine are probably history.
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Sounds like the originals may be made by the lowest bidder. I will check mine tonight. Have about 8,500 miles on it, so based on your situation, mine are probably history.
Look below I have the pn for the good stuff. ;D
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Gumbo, I ordered those using your part number. Thanks.
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Gumbo, I ordered those using your part number. Thanks.
You will not have to replace them again, and you will be very happy with the results. :thumbup:
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Just ordered me a set also. Originals dang sure don't last that long!!
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:ohwow: :notworthy: :thumbup: :ohwow:
Finally got a chance to install these things! WOW, what a difference in the ride quality!!!!!!!!!!!
My bushings were already worn out & I had replaced them less than 2 years ago!!