Guest VF500FInterceptor Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 So I noticed the other day that I need a new rear shock, I sometimes bottom out with the one I have. Unfortunately I am broke. I have the opportunity to get a 99 Bandit 6 shock for a decent price I think. Can I make that work? Or does anyone have any better ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer YoshiHNS Posted May 2, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted May 2, 2013 Start by trying to find the shock lengths and strokes and see if they are close enough to work. Then make sure the mountings are the same type. Spring rate info would be good too. If the spring on the bandit is just as weak you won't be gaining much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Oh well if that is the case then there is no point. I need something that will help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beck Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Try to at least find a shock that came from a bike that is close to the VFR's weight, biased towards a little heavier bike would be better as most bikes are undersprung to start with..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Havagan Posted May 2, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted May 2, 2013 VF500F Shock Specs: http://vfrworld.com/forums/1st-2nd-generation-1983-1989/29954-vf500-shock-specifications.html 346mm Bandit 6, per the wisdom of the Interwebz, is only 306mm. Too short. Lots of info on the web for shock options including some Jamie Daugherty shock options, here: http://www.vfrdiscussion.com/forum/index.php/topic/65651-1983-vf750f-rear-shock/ (note that the page references Jamie's site: http://www.daughertymotorsports.com/Modifiedshock.html) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer YoshiHNS Posted May 2, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted May 2, 2013 Try finding a new spring. That would be the easiest way. Might be around $100 unless you can find one off of an old shock that would work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer YoshiHNS Posted May 3, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted May 3, 2013 http://weraclassifieds.com/ads/spring-sale-literally/#axzz2SFJlMdl2 check to see if any of these would work for you. The Ninja 250 one might actually work. They have really long shocks, I think around 13". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mobtown Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 You will need to modify anything not specific to the VF. IMO you should just buy a used factory shock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer 2thdr Posted May 3, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted May 3, 2013 Oh well if that is the case then there is no point. I need something that will help! Have you checked the JDM web site? Jamie is your best source for improving your V4 suspension. Unless of course you have the specialized tools needed to safely remove and reinstall a shock spring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grilldemon Posted May 4, 2013 Share Posted May 4, 2013 Oh well if that is the case then there is no point. I need something that will help! Have you checked the JDM web site? Jamie is your best source for improving your V4 suspension. Unless of course you have the specialized tools needed to safely remove and reinstall a shock spring. Like the man said, Mr. Daugherty is the man when it comes to Interceptor suspension. I am patiently waiting for one for my 1000F Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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