bandit rear shock option fail

[riversbikes]

Took a punt on a BMW S1000rr shock for the Bandit... it fits other oil boilers, so I thought I'd give it a try.  At 315mm eyelet to eyelet, I thought it would be close... but its a no-go.  The lower knuckle fouls on the frame as it pivots down to accept the length of the shock (not sure I'm making myself clear).  Too bad, as it does not require spacers for the dogbones due to the spring width, and its triple adjustable.  I might consider getting it shortened based on the price/cost for labour...

Just thought I'd let others know.

[fatblokeonbandit]

I have found the most cost effective shock for mark 1 bandits is a gsxr 1000K7/8 goes right in with minimal work, and I have used them on 7 or 8 of my 1200's, work a traet and can be had from Trumpland for $30 ish

 

 

 

 

Edited August 2, 2018 by fatblokeonbandit

[Magoo]

Early Busa shocks are a nice fit if it's a mk2 Bandit

[Cobby]

Cbr600rr 03-04 also fit nicely with a bit of modification to the battery box