1978 CB550k Shock Mounting GAP

[TowelThief]

Hello.

I have a 78' CB550k. I bought aftermarket shocks from DCC (http://www.dimecitycycles.com/vintage-cafe-racer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-suspension-eye-to-clevis-365mm-14-5-inch-black-shock-absorbers-damper-32-0211.html)

When I put them on there is a gap between the eye and the frame. This does not happen with the stock shocks, those are flush with the frame. I needed these longer shocks for my tire to clear the rear hoop of the frame.

Whats the best way of dealing with this?

I will probably have someone fabricate a set of collars to fill the gap. Is this the only solution?

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[gk45011]

You could fabricate the spacer collars or go to your local hardware store and look for some good quality thick washers. Use a few on the inside to shim it to where it is needed. I have done this on two bikes with no ill effects, and depending on what seat you use you may never really see them as opposed to a spacer collar.

Gary

 

[carnivorous chicken]

You could fabricate the spacer collars or go to your local hardware store and look for some good quality thick washers. Use a few on the inside to shim it to where it is needed. I have done this on two bikes with no ill effects, and depending on what seat you use you may never really see them as opposed to a spacer collar.

Gary

I'll second that. And add that you could also use a chrome washer on the outside of the eye of the shock for a snazzy touch, if snazzy touches are what you're going for...