I've noticed every time I get on the bike and sit down it makes this LOUD creaking noise like an old door opening. Its really irritating me, very annoying.
I was wondering if I should get a new shock?
Time for a new shock?
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GooS3
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Time for a new shock?
Hi guys
I've noticed every time I get on the bike and sit down it makes this LOUD creaking noise like an old door opening. Its really irritating me, very annoying.
I was wondering if I should get a new shock?
I've noticed every time I get on the bike and sit down it makes this LOUD creaking noise like an old door opening. Its really irritating me, very annoying.
I was wondering if I should get a new shock?
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Moore
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Re: Time for a new shock?
IF YOU GOT THE CASH,,, I WOULDNT HESITATE IT
Its down to you on which type tho.
I used HAGON..
Its down to you on which type tho.
I used HAGON..
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TonyB
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Re: Time for a new shock?
Remove the rear shock and grease up all the pivot points. You will more than likely find all is quiet again for very little outlay.
A new shock is always advisable if you have the spare cash as your old one will be tired by now, Nitron are ace too
A new shock is always advisable if you have the spare cash as your old one will be tired by now, Nitron are ace too
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Cammo
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Re: Time for a new shock?
^ What Tony said!
If I remember right, the creaking sound will most likely be the top shock mounting that needs some grease.
I had this once, I just put up with it. It's not the shock unit itself but lubing it up will make it work better.
If I remember right, the creaking sound will most likely be the top shock mounting that needs some grease.
I had this once, I just put up with it. It's not the shock unit itself but lubing it up will make it work better.
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