This case study walks through a full rear shock rebuild: new shock, fresh linkage bushes, correct sag and rebound, set and tested before Riaan headed home.
CLIENT
RIAAN BOTHA
TECHNICIAN
THEMBA KHUMALO
CLIENT
RIAAN BOTHA
LOCATION
BENONI
PROJECT WITH DESCRIPTION EXAMPLE
Riaan’s shock had gone soft after years of loaded trips.
We stripped the rear end and checked the linkage while it was apart.
A new shock went in, matched to his weight and the loads he carries.
We set the sag and rebound, then checked the chain while everything was open.
What we fitted
New rear shock, fresh linkage bushes, correct sag and rebound, set and tested before the bike left.
FAQs
How this can be done for me?
Bring your bike in and tell us how it's loaded and ridden. We check the shock and linkage, quote the job and book you a slot to get it sorted.
What shock size do I need?
Tell us your weight, what you carry and the roads you ride. We match a shock to that, not just the make and model of your bike.
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We check the shock, bushes and linkage before we quote, so you know the full job and price before we start any suspension work.
Can you set my preload?
Yes. Once the new shock is fitted we set your preload and ride height to match your weight and riding style, then take the bike for a short test ride.
TACITIRS LOBORTIS
We measure your ride height and sag before touching a thing.
QUALITY SHOCKS
We stock shocks built for South African roads, from commuters to loaded tourers.
PRELOAD SET
We set your preload and rebound to match your weight and riding.
ROAD TESTED
Every bike gets a test ride before it goes back to you.