NEED SERIOUS HELP PLEASE
NEED SERIOUS HELP PLEASE
Hello everyone need help. I have a XR250R. My rear suspension blew a seal.
I would like to know if I really need to change it out, or leave it alone.
I have been told it is ok to leave alone,since I do not ride the tracks just trails. Would like input from others,and how to get rid of fluid spewing all over. I'm just getting back ridding and going to West Texas in a month to ride.
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I would like to know if I really need to change it out, or leave it alone.
I have been told it is ok to leave alone,since I do not ride the tracks just trails. Would like input from others,and how to get rid of fluid spewing all over. I'm just getting back ridding and going to West Texas in a month to ride.
Thanks guy's
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The longer you ride the bike with a blown shock seal, the sooner that shock stops any damping chores and becomes nothing more than a spring holder.
If you don't mind riding a bike with a wildly bouncing rear wheel, that's no problem. If you like having the back tire on the ground and giving traction, a properly damping shock is a necessity.
If you don't mind riding a bike with a wildly bouncing rear wheel, that's no problem. If you like having the back tire on the ground and giving traction, a properly damping shock is a necessity.
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BuzZz is exactly right. Buy a new shock or rebuild the old (if possible.) It's a must!BuzZz wrote:The longer you ride the bike with a blown shock seal, the sooner that shock stops any damping chores and becomes nothing more than a spring holder.
If you don't mind riding a bike with a wildly bouncing rear wheel, that's no problem. If you like having the back tire on the ground and giving traction, a properly damping shock is a necessity.
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The easiest way is to just replace the shock. Or remove the unit and send it to someone that specializes in rebuilding.wes wrote:Thanks guy's. Ya'll want to come over and help. Do I need any special tools? Would like to do this myself.
When things wear out or break on my bikes, I always consider it a chance to upgrade. If, for example, I was in your place, I'd be shopping for a Fox, Ohlins or other shock for my bike. I rationalize it by saying: "I'm gonna have to spend money anyway, so why not spend a little more and make it better than it was?"
That's just me though...
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Absolutely, especially on my dirtbikes. When the stock part fails, I always upgrade to better aftermarket stuff if at all possible.AlphaZed wrote:
When things wear out or break on my bikes, I always consider it a chance to upgrade. If, for example, I was in your place, I'd be shopping for a Fox, Ohlins or other shock for my bike. I rationalize it by saying: "I'm gonna have to spend money anyway, so why not spend a little more and make it better than it was?"
That's just me though...
First off..... it is better, works better, made better, and lasts longer in almost every case. And as a bonus, it is often cheaper than stock parts, but even if it isn't, the money is worth it.
Changing a shock is not too difficult for anyone with basic wrenching skills, so as much as I would like to come help, your on your own, lol. I'm not allowed into the States anymore, being the threat to the public, freedom and all that's wholesome that I seem to be......
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Hey Wes,BuzZz wrote:Absolutely, especially on my dirtbikes. When the stock part fails, I always upgrade to better aftermarket stuff if at all possible.AlphaZed wrote:
When things wear out or break on my bikes, I always consider it a chance to upgrade. If, for example, I was in your place, I'd be shopping for a Fox, Ohlins or other shock for my bike. I rationalize it by saying: "I'm gonna have to spend money anyway, so why not spend a little more and make it better than it was?"
That's just me though...
First off..... it is better, works better, made better, and lasts longer in almost every case. And as a bonus, it is often cheaper than stock parts, but even if it isn't, the money is worth it.
Changing a shock is not too difficult for anyone with basic wrenching skills, so as much as I would like to come help, your on your own, lol. I'm not allowed into the States anymore, being the threat to the public, freedom and all that's wholesome that I seem to be......
Watch out if BuZzz does decide to help! He's one of those gun-toting, "Canadian World Domination" wackos!