Anyone tried BT-003's or a12's (a10 replacements)?
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silentRVF
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Re: Anyone tried BT-003's or a12's (a10 replacements)?
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Re: Anyone tried BT-003's or a12's (a10 replacements)?
Sounds like you need an ABBA stand.
Putting no stress on the shock ie not having it compressed or stretched makes it easier to remove.
When using a rear paddock the weight of the bike is still on the rear shock. But if you're using an ABBA stand, put a brick under the rear tyre so that theres no stress on it.
You dont need any special tools to remove the shock. Just a socket set and allen keys to completely remove it. Its possible to do all the work with the exhaust on too.
Putting no stress on the shock ie not having it compressed or stretched makes it easier to remove.
When using a rear paddock the weight of the bike is still on the rear shock. But if you're using an ABBA stand, put a brick under the rear tyre so that theres no stress on it.
You dont need any special tools to remove the shock. Just a socket set and allen keys to completely remove it. Its possible to do all the work with the exhaust on too.
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silentRVF
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Re: Anyone tried BT-003's or a12's (a10 replacements)?
Can't get an abba stand here, and if I import it it will be very expensive so I'd rather make do with what I've got, mate.
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Re: Anyone tried BT-003's or a12's (a10 replacements)?
Yes.jonno92 wrote:Can't get an abba stand here, and if I import it it will be very expensive
I've made do in the past with a car jack under each footpeg. Not as stable but works well. Just wind each side up gradually, and use a piece of wood on top of the jack/under the peg. You could also lift the rear of the bike with a block and tackle or other device from a rafter if you have a suitable one.
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