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Author Message   Gmaan03 Posted on Friday, April 15, 2011 - 07:12 pm:        I just had my rear shock rebuild for $130. they set it up for my weight.   Bassboy3313 Posted on Friday, April 15, 2011 - 10:41 pm:        Gmaan03, where did you get it rebuilt from? no one around me rebuilds our shocks anymore.   Gmaan03 Posted on Friday, April 15, 2011 - 11:07 pm:        Catalyst Reaction suspension 975 Industrial Rd. Suite c San Carlos, CA. 94070 650-591-2778 Call them to double check the address. They are good guys and do quick and good work. They are going to be at Infenion race track tomorrow. I am going to drop off my front forks for them to replace my seals. $250. for both...   Bassboy3313 Posted on Friday, April 15, 2011 - 11:48 pm:        thanks man! i am going to give them a call and see what they can do for me. I live in Wisconsin, which there arent too many shops like Catalyst Reaction around. I wish there was.   Gmaan03 Posted on Saturday, April 16, 2011 - 12:04 am:        no prob. hope it all works out.   Bassboy3313 Posted on Saturday, April 16, 2011 - 09:12 am:        thanks! I just dont wanna have my bike out of commission while the shock is sent out to them, but i guess i have no choice.   Easy_rider Posted on Saturday, April 16, 2011 - 02:01 pm:        It's not over yet! I took a look in the local Craigslist last eve just to see what may be around. A guy has some X1 parts that don't do me any good, but he does have the shock as well. I'm not sure if the X1 mount works for you. He's going to shoot me a pic and if it looks good I'll send you his phone number.   Bassboy3313 Posted on Sunday, April 17, 2011 - 01:23 am:        OMG! Thank you so much man! I need the middle shock that is in the picture above. The first recall shock. That would be awesome! I really really appreciate it.   Easy_rider Posted on Sunday, April 17, 2011 - 02:06 am:        I'm heading down another path. Maybe what I think you need isn't what you want. Since Buell moved to the smaller shock I believe that's your best bet - right or wrong. Others may want to pipe in. This shock would be the 14.5 version. The only addition you need is the correct mount. If this guy has the 14.5 and the correct mount, you're set... if that's what you want. There's simplicity in keeping the size you have and I can respect that. What's right, what's best, and what's financially feasible becomes a debate that will give a different answer for different folks. I didn't get a pic today. If I don't get one tomorrow I may send you the number and you can do with it what you wish.   Ebutch Posted on Sunday, April 17, 2011 - 05:08 am:        Roger I second that!   Bassboy3313 Posted on Sunday, April 17, 2011 - 08:50 am:        Ok. I know thats prolly the right way to do it. Right now, I would take anything just to keep riding. Thanks for all your help. Please let me know what happens. Thanks!!   Bassboy3313 Posted on Monday, April 18, 2011 - 05:47 pm:        I am most likely going to go the rebuild route. ive been talking to the company that gmaan03 posted before and sounds like the best option for me. (Message edited by bassboy3313 on April 18, 2011)   Gmaan03 Posted on Monday, April 18, 2011 - 07:57 pm:        Easy Rider, did that guy sell the shock yet? I am looking for a back up shock, leaking or not. I want a rebuildable newist version shock for the X1   Easy_rider Posted on Monday, April 18, 2011 - 09:31 pm:        I didn't hear back from him, but I doubt the shock is gone. He had to grab someone elses phone so that may have been a touch hurdle to overcome for a low probability sale. He's got a bunch of X1 parts, and may or may not have the correct mount for older tubers. I just don't know anything about that bike. Touch base at 317-372-0774. The number's in an Indy Craigslist ad so I don't think I'm giving out anything special, here.   Bassboy3313 Posted on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 - 09:47 pm:        Is there a special way to remove the shock mount bolts? I used a ratchet and a 10mm hex, but they are really tight. WHats the best way to remove them? Thanks.   Gmaan03 Posted on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 - 10:18 pm:        did you support the rear with a jack or something to relief the pressure on the shock? I had to tweak the jack up and down to relieve tension.   Gmaan03 Posted on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 - 10:21 pm:        Easy_rider thanks for the info I'll call him tomorrow. From what I have read about the shocks a back up is a good idea!   Bassboy3313 Posted on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 - 10:22 pm:        No I didnt. I just had it on its kickstand. So lifting the rear end relieves pressure? I would think that would put stress on it from tension.   Gmaan03 Posted on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 - 10:36 pm:        Yes and no, you have to lift just a little bit to support the rear end. I used a floor jack under the foot peg and tweaked it while turning the SHCS by hand. When they were loose to turn by hand they came right out.   Bassboy3313 Posted on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 - 10:39 pm:        how did you support the bike while jacking it up? Did you use the left or right foot peg? Also, what is the SHCS? Sorry for all the questions. (Message edited by bassboy3313 on April 20, 2011)   Bassboy3313 Posted on Sunday, April 24, 2011 - 10:58 pm:        Got it off Friday and sent it out to Catalyst Suspension right away. I hope it wont take too long to complete.   Bassboy3313 Posted on Thursday, April 28, 2011 - 07:13 pm:        Back to square one. They said it might be too bad to repair. So, anyone selling a rear shock for an s2?   Easy_rider Posted on Friday, April 29, 2011 - 11:11 am:        For starters, I saw a mount for a 16.5" on ebay for $35. Not a steal, not too bad of a price. Did you ever check out what the guy at the phone number above has?   Bassboy3313 Posted on Friday, April 29, 2011 - 03:22 pm:        i have the 16.5" mount on the bike already. I called and left a message. no response tho. Anyone know hotrats phone number? he has a shop cleaning post with parts for sale. He wont answer the thread or PMs.   Ebutch Posted on Friday, April 29, 2011 - 08:26 pm:        http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi ewItem&item=280667681685&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK %3AMEWAX%3AIT#ht_500wt_975 http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi ewItem&item=390309091243&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT# ht_717wt_907   Ebutch Posted on Friday, April 29, 2011 - 08:28 pm:        http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi ewItem&item=190527686192&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT   Ebutch Posted on Friday, April 29, 2011 - 08:29 pm:        http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi ewItem&item=270741722778&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT# ht_500wt_975   Ebutch Posted on Friday, April 29, 2011 - 08:37 pm:        http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BUELL-REAR-SHOCK-S- X-LIGHTNING-THUNDERBOLT-/110679513609?pt=Motorcycl es_Parts_Accessories&hash=item19c5035a09   Hotrats Posted on Friday, April 29, 2011 - 11:40 pm:        bassboy, sorry u can't find a shock. i posted on this thread earlier shock sold pending funds, and have answered your pms. didn't realize your were not receiving them.   Bassboy3313 Posted on Saturday, April 30, 2011 - 12:34 am:        Thanks ebutch. I've been watching and bidding on those shocks already. Hopefully I win one. I'm sorry hotrats. I havent gotten any of your PM's, thats why I asked. I would have paid this second so you didnt have to wait for funds. Looks like I was too late. Thanks anyways tho.