Adventure Bike Shock Service
Adventure bikes rack up hard miles. The shocks on these bikes are especially prone to wear and deterioration by how they are used and their construction. We stopped in at Cogent Dynamics and learned about shock service and improvement from owner and suspension specialist Rick Tannenbaum. Our guinea pig is the KYB shock on the
Shock Absorber Service
Most motorcycle technicians are far more familiar with servicing forks than shock absorbers. Shock absorbers are a bit mysterious with their pressurized nitrogen gas and minimum maintenance requirements. Before the shock absorber is removed from the vehicle, check the movement of the suspension. The shock absorber should move smoothly through its stroke. When released,
WME: True High-Performance Shocks for the H-D FXR
The WME also features stepless five-position rebound adjustment and fine threaded preload tuning.
Bitubo High Performance XZE Monoshock for H-D Softail Models
The XZE features a remote hydraulic preload adjuster option that lets you easily set up the spring for your weight and riding style.
Remote Piggyback Bagger Race Shocks
New from Bitubo Race Suspension, these shocks are for performance Baggers on the market.
FOX Shocks Dominate 2020 SCORE Baja 1000
Luke McMillin and co-driver Larry Roeseler piloted their No. 83 vehicle to first overall and first in the Trophy Truck class, with FOX athletes claiming 15 of the top 25 relevant classes.
Tech Tips: Shock Absorbers
Most motorcycle technicians are far more familiar with servicing forks than shock absorbers. Shock absorbers are a bit mysterious with their pressurized nitrogen gas, and often minimum maintenance requirements.
Offering Winter Storage Programs to Boost Service
We may have a few good days left to ride (if we’re lucky), but most riders park their bikes before the first snowfall.
Tucker Releases 2020 Tires, Shop, Service Digital Catalog
For 2020, Tucker has added even more helpful information focused on tires, shop supplies and service essentials; as well as the brands and products dealers need to help keep customers’ powersports machines in top condition.
Ohlins STX Adventure Shock Absorber
The absorber fits best where a TTX or a STX 46 shock absorber do not. It has a 36 mm piston that comes in a variety of versions with or without an external reservoir as well as a monotube, hose or piggyback
Ohlins TTX Flow MX Shock
Having started life as motocross suspension specialists, Öhlins Racing AB celebrates its 40th anniversary with a radical new rear shock, the TTX Flow. The TTX Flow offers unrivalled bike stability and traction within a full redesign.
K-Tech Suspension Adds EDR Performance As Authorized Service Center
The Oregon-based company will offer the full line of K-Tech Suspension components, from the race-winning 20DDS front fork cartridges to the 35DDS rear shocks. Having been in business since 1995, EDR Performance last year expanded into a 12,000-plus-square-foot facility to better serve its customers.
HOT SHOCKS — Suspension Product Focus
Burly Slammer Shocks Burly Brand Made famous by the Burly Slammer Kits, the stubby Burly shocks are now being sold separately. Slammer Shocks may be short, measuring in at only 10.5 inches eye to eye, but they are well thought out and are travel limited to prevent tire/fender contact. Five position preload adjusters allow for
Memorial Service Set For Tucker Rocky Creative Services Director Tom Taber
Tom Taber, longtime creative services director for Tucker Rocky, recently passed away while riding his motorcycle with a friend in Texas.
Race Tech Vacuum Master Shock Bleeding Tool
The Vacuum Master Shock Bleeding Tool is an innovative tool used to fill and bleed shocks, and increase efficiency, guaranteeing every job is completed with the same quality and precision.
At Your Service
Your sales department may get customers through your door, but your service department keeps them there. “In these economic times,” says Tim Buechele, parts and accessory manager of Hammond (La.) Harley Davidson, “customers are paying more attention to preventative maintenance. They are investing in what they have, which means taking care of their existing vehicle.