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GENERAL MOTORCYCLE FORUMS => GENERAL MECHANICAL & TECHNICAL => Topic started by: kevinfromrex on January 30, 2007, 07:16:38 AM

Title: Need shock for 2G 600
Post by: kevinfromrex on January 30, 2007, 07:16:38 AM

I have searched and come up empty. I need to know if the busa shock is a direct bolt in for a 2nd generation bandit.

I realize it may raise seat height, but I am look forward to the change in geometry. I found the adjustment charts and it looks easy enough. There are tons of shocks on ebay.

Title: Need shock for 2G 600
Post by: Red01 on January 30, 2007, 10:35:51 AM

Not sure... you may run into the same problem as running a B12 Progressive in that the link arms may hit the spring.

Also, if you're running the stock airbox, you'll need to trim it a little, just like the B12, to clear the top of the shock.

Title: Need shock for 2G 600
Post by: kevinfromrex on January 30, 2007, 11:16:23 AM

red,
does the 2nd gen 1200 shock fit the 2nd gen 600? Is it a bolt in?

Title: Need shock for 2G 600
Post by: Red01 on January 30, 2007, 11:20:53 AM

Yes.

Title: Need shock for 2G 600
Post by: kevinfromrex on January 30, 2007, 11:32:47 AM

sweet! I really wanted a busa to go with the race tech springs up front, but the 2nd gen b12 will still be an improvement, thanks for your help.
With all the talk Ive read about shock changes I have never heard concise details concerning the 2nd gen b6.

Title: Re: Need shock for 2G 600
Post by: 00Bandit600sOC on November 05, 2009, 03:44:04 PM

I installed a 2005 GSXR 1000 Showa rear shock in mine....fits well, need to trim battery box