30/35 shock linkage differences
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30/35 shock linkage differences
Hi all,
A chap in work has an rvf with an 18" rear wheel
. I suggested changing the wheel back to the standard 17" but unsure if the dog bone is from a 30 or the standard 35 one. What is the best and easiest way to check?
Cheers
A chap in work has an rvf with an 18" rear wheel

Cheers
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Re: 30/35 shock linkage differences
According to advice I received from Rick Oliver, the stock NC35 component is 109mm between the centres of the front and rear mounting bolts and NC30 link is 113mm.
Ben.
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Re: 30/35 shock linkage differences
Why not let it be? Unless he really wants it lowered then he might arguably have the best(-looking) combination of standard parts available.
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Re: 30/35 shock linkage differences
Thanks Ben.
Will let him know.
@amotri - Yes you may well have a point. I was assuming that the difference in linkage may make the bike handle oddly? But if he cant notice any change in the handling when/if he goes to a 17" rear then i guess it's not worth changing.
Will let him know.
@amotri - Yes you may well have a point. I was assuming that the difference in linkage may make the bike handle oddly? But if he cant notice any change in the handling when/if he goes to a 17" rear then i guess it's not worth changing.
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