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Luddite · 08-06-2019, 11:18 PM

Well, it seems like you've got a plan, Ryan, and having an engineer in the family sounds like a great addition to any toolbox!

Do you have any left-handed drill bits? They can help to free off the bolt during the drilling process.

Don't forget you'll need a spring compressor (or alternative) for spring swaps on the Sachs shock. You'll also need to adjust the preload to accommodate the new spring. For reference, the stock Sachs shock has 15mm preload with 148mm of rear wheel travel. So aim for something like 10-15mm of static sag with 30-45mm with you on board.

Hope you're back on the road again soon and enjoying your Evo.

08-06-2019, 11:18 PM	#28
Luddite Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Southampton Bike: M1100evo Posts: 2,465	Well, it seems like you've got a plan, Ryan, and having an engineer in the family sounds like a great addition to any toolbox! Do you have any left-handed drill bits? They can help to free off the bolt during the drilling process. Don't forget you'll need a spring compressor (or alternative) for spring swaps on the Sachs shock. You'll also need to adjust the preload to accommodate the new spring. For reference, the stock Sachs shock has 15mm preload with 148mm of rear wheel travel. So aim for something like 10-15mm of static sag with 30-45mm with you on board. Hope you're back on the road again soon and enjoying your Evo. Last edited by Luddite; 08-06-2019 at 11:24 PM..