shocks

  1. F

    Swap Shocks on 1980 xs400

    Hello! I am new here to this forum, so please be patient if this is answered elsewhere. I am currently rebuilding a xs400 from the frame and engine up (I have a goal date of May 15th), for my fiance who is 5 foot 3. We have looked at the option of lowering her bike on the fork side and want to...
  2. seb_xs400seca83

    shock xs400 seca 1983

    Hello, I bought a 1983 XS400 seca I will wish to know the total length of the rear shock as the one I bought the guy welding a steel pipe ... I will wish to replace the tube by an equivalent damper the original ... you have references or dimensions of the original shock ... thank you very much...
  3. J

    Stock Rear Shock Length?

    I've installed a flat seat pan, now when I hit moderate dips my rear wheel hits my seat even with my adjustable shocks at max length. What is the stock shock length? Has anyone come across this issue on their own bike? What would be the best length to buy? Bike is a '79.
  4. D

    How can I tighten my shocks?

    I read on a couple threads that there is a way to tighten your shocks. I have a 81 xs400 and welded a "u" beam to the end of the frame for a custom seat. There will be no rear fender on it and i was wondering how can i adjust the rear shocks so that they will be as stiff as possible so I don't...
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